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Local Transportation Heroes Honored

Aug 17, 2026 06:09PM ● By Yolo Transportation District News Release

Yolo Commute, the transportation demand management agency for Yolo County, has selected three local trailblazers as recipients of its second annual Commuter of the Year Awards.

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California Fuel Prices Continue to Fall

Aug 13, 2026 03:02PM ● By AAA Mountain West News Release

AAA Weekly Fuel Report

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In July SacDot launched a unique Chip Seal Program
SacDOT Unveils Roadway Chip Seal Program

Aug 11, 2026 10:53AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SacDOT) has begun a new preventative maintenance aimed at extending the lifespan of pavement along the unincorporated roadways.

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South River Road Lane Closures Scheduled July 27–Aug. 1 for Bridge Maintenance

Jul 23, 2026 10:27AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Sacramento County crews will perform deck maintenance on the Sutter Slough Bridge on South River Road, approximately eight miles south of Clarksburg.

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Lane Reductions Scheduled for Major Construction Projects in Sacramento and Yolo Counties

Jul 20, 2026 10:51AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Nighttime Work on Yolo I-80 Rehabilitation, Yolo Express Lanes and FIX50

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Yolo County to Rehabilitate County Road 28H

Jul 07, 2026 10:48AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Lane Closures Scheduled July 13–17

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Caltrans Receives $1.4 Million Grant to Improve Highway Safety

Jul 06, 2026 04:12PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans announced June 29, that it received approximately $1.4 million in grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to help expand and improve traffic data collection that will improve safety on the state highway system.

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Yolo County Begins Pavement Preservation Project

Jun 23, 2026 09:20AM ● By Yolo County News Release

This summer, Yolo County Public Works will use a portion of state gas tax funding to resurface approximately 26 miles of roadway throughout Yolo County as part of the County’s 2026 Pavement Preservation Project.

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72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel over July 4th Week Despite Higher Fuel Prices

Jun 22, 2026 12:17PM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home for Independence Day between Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, July 5.

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Helix Electric Joins $390 Million Sacramento Airport Project

May 19, 2026 09:54AM ● By Helix Electric News Release

Helix Electric brings construction partnership expertise to airport infrastructure project opening in 2026

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Rumsey Bridge Replacement Project Breaks Ground

May 04, 2026 05:32PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Friday, May 1, Yolo County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Angel Barajas hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the replacement of the County Road (CR) 41 bridge over Cache Creek, commonly known as the “Rumsey Bridge.”

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Stevenson Bridge Rehabilitation Project to Begin in May

Apr 13, 2026 04:35PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Solano County, in partnership with Yolo County, is moving forward with the rehabilitation of the historic Stevenson Bridge, a 298-foot, multi-span arch bridge spanning Putah Creek between the two counties.

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Caltrans Begins Construction on State Route 16 Left-Turn Lane Project at County Road 95

Mar 24, 2026 11:01AM ● By Caltrans News Release

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has started construction of a new left-turn pocket project on State Route 16 (Hwy 16) at the County Road 95 intersection, approximately three miles west of the City of Woodland.

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Waymo Begins Autonomous Vehicle Testing

Mar 23, 2026 03:11PM ● By Khushi Salgia

Self-Driving Rideshare Services Coming to Sacramento

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$500,000 to Support Car Seat, Bicycle Safety Programs

Mar 17, 2026 10:40AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) has received two grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) totaling $500,000 to support community safety programs across the county.

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Shamrock Marathon Scheduled this Weekend; Closures in Downtown Sacramento

Mar 13, 2026 03:44PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Tower Bridge and Ramps Set to be Closed

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Closure on County Road 94B Due to Pipeline Replacement

Mar 13, 2026 11:18AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, and its contractor, Next Level General Engineering, will replace a deteriorating canal pipeline crossing on County Road 94B, approximately five miles west of the City of Woodland.

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55-Hour Lane Reduction Scheduled for Eastbound US 50/I-5 Interchange in Downtown Sacramento

Feb 25, 2026 04:05PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Lanes #3 and #4 Closed at US 50/I-5 Interchange

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California Visitor’s Guide Unveiled

Jan 27, 2026 02:28PM ● By Visit California News Release

The 2026 edition of the California Visitor’s Guide featuring cover star Mandy Moore is now available.

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New Laws Aim to Improve Road Safety Across State

Dec 31, 2025 10:37AM ● By MPG Staff

New public safety laws approved during the 2025 legislative session will take effect Jan. 1, the California Highway Patrol announced in a Dec. 26 news release.

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SacRT Announces January Service Adjustments to Improve On-Time Performance

Dec 30, 2025 12:44PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) will implement adjustments on nine bus routes effective Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, to enhance on-time performance and maintain reliable connections across the system.

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Extended On-Ramp Closure Scheduled for Eastbound Highway 50 in Sacramento

Dec 02, 2025 01:25PM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

56-hour Closure Set for Repairs to Stockton Boulevard On-Ramp

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Holiday Travel Ramps Up at SMF

Nov 24, 2025 01:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is preparing for another busy holiday travel season, with passenger volumes expected to exceed last year’s totals.

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CLICK IT. DON'T RISK IT. CHP THANKSGIVING SAFETY REMINDER

Nov 24, 2025 01:10PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Officers focus on seat belt use, impaired driving and safe travel during one of the year’s busiest weekends

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Pedestrian Safety Promoted During National Pedestrian Safety Month

Oct 28, 2025 03:37PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and the Traffic Safety Team at Yolo County’s Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is urging everyone to stay alert and look out for one another on the road.

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12 Mexican Caribbean Getaways for Every Type of Traveler

Oct 23, 2025 04:02PM ● By Brandpoint Content

Whether planning for an idyllic romantic escape, a lively group getaway or an adventurous family vacation, the Mexican Caribbean offers a variety of signature experiences, all enhanced by the region's stunning backdrop of crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches and lush jungles.

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SacRT Offers Free Rides Systemwide on Oct. 21 to Celebrate Customer Appreciation Month

Oct 17, 2025 04:24PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is saying a heartfelt “thank you” to its riders by offering free rides systemwide on Tuesday, Oct. 21, as part of its month-long Customer Appreciation Month celebration.

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SacRT Launches Transit Connect

Oct 07, 2025 11:28AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) recently launched the Transit Connect app, a new regional fare payment system that gives riders a faster, easier and more flexible way to pay for transit.

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Grants Available to Protect Waterways

Sep 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering grants of up to $2,500 to support school and community projects that help protect or improve creeks and rivers in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County.

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How to Combat Road Rage

Sep 30, 2025 11:19AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

If you feel like aggressive drivers are everywhere, there might be some truth to it.

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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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Bridge Repair on South River Road Underway

Sep 23, 2025 01:58PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Bridge Repair on South River Road Underway

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County Road 28H Work Taking Place

Aug 18, 2025 06:35PM ● By County of Yolo News Release

The Yolo County Public Works Division will be patching several sections of failed pavement areas on County Road 28H between County Roads 102 and 105, approximately two miles northeast of the city of Davis.

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Sacramento International Airport (SMF) achieved the busiest month
Airport Sets All-Time Passenger Record

Aug 11, 2025 05:01PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) achieved the busiest month in airport history with 1,296,818 passengers traveling through the airport in June.

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I Street Bridge Replacement Project
I Street Bridge Replacement has 2026 Construction Start

Aug 05, 2025 01:24PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The City of Sacramento is moving one step closer to breaking ground on the long-anticipated I Street Bridge Replacement Project, a transformative effort that will replace the existing 113-year-old bridge with a new multimodal crossing linking Sacramento and West Sacramento.

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