Restaurants, retailers and other businesses are eligible to temporarily operate on the state highway right of way (ROW) under permits available today from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).
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The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is looking for 150 volunteers to help it research an alternative to the state gas tax. Californians can sign up at CARoadCharge.com
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In this News Flash, learn how new safety protocols have allowed Caltrans to resume its litter abatement efforts along the State Highway System during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Caltrans News Flash #226 – Caltrans Informs Motorists How to Respond When Traffic Signals Lose Power
In this News Flash, we will show you the safest way to navigate an intersection during times with no power and also highlight Caltrans’ use of retroreflective bordered backplates—yellow reflective strips placed around the perimete ...
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As the U.S. Department of Transportation establishes October as the first-ever National Pedestrian Safety Month, Caltrans is refining its data-driven programs to enhance pedestrian safety and reduce injury and death on California ...
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Broader Representation, Transparency Also Planned for California Advisory Committee on Geographic Names
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New Project Builds on Previous Prevention Efforts that Reduced Wrong Way Driving Incidents by 44 Percent
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Caltrans today announced it is receiving a $20 million federal grant to improve the busiest, most congested rail junction in California.
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Exemptions Required for Temporary Signs Visible from Highway
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Caltrans announced today that the state will receive more than $493 million in additional transportation funding from the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) annual August redistribution.
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