Calif. university signs deal for year-round transit access

LONG BEACH, Calif. — California State University, Long Beach signed a new three-year agreement with Long Beach Transit that will allow the entire campus year-round access to the city’s U-Pass program, starting May 26.

The program offered 365-day access only during one other period in its four-year history. Prior to the new agreement, the program faced an uncertain future due to tight budgets and limited funds, according to the Daily 49er. For the full story, click here.