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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2013

Trains run as BART, union talks continue

Negotiations between the agency’s management and transit system’s union continued past the 11:59 p.m. strike deadline. At about 5:30 a.m., a federal mediator announced that both sides were taking a break and will be returning to the bargaining table this afternoon.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2013

With cooling-off period nearing end, BART may strike

In the final day, the unions representing BART employees and the transit agency have not reached a deal. However, the unions declined to give the customary 72 hours' notice this week that they would strike once the cooling-off period expires.

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Newsby StaffAugust 27, 2013

BART awarded transit security funds for Transbay Tube

The money also helps fund BART’s patrol teams made up of eight highly trained personnel who specialize in anti-terrorism prevention and detection.

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Videosby StaffAugust 13, 2013

BART Strike 2013: Behind the Scenes

View exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of BART logistics center and transbay shuttle service for customers affected by the strike.

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Newsby StaffAugust 1, 2013

Court: Ex-BART worker who killed Oscar Grant not immune from lawsuit

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected Johannes Mehserle's claim of immunity, which stated that the facts in the case showed he “was acting consistently within the legitimate law enforcement objective of arresting Grant." The ruling allows Grant's father to sue over the killing.

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Newsby StaffJuly 24, 2013

BART worker costs rise as pay stays flat

While operating revenues climbed 11.5% in the last three years, its health care and pension costs rose nearly 35%. Meanwhile, worker salaries have remained roughly flat for more than three years. These expenses are also eating into money budgeted for upgrades to expand service.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

Progress made in BART strike talks

The transit system and union workers made progress in talks that began Tuesday evening and are expected to resume Wednesday afternoon. However, workers are on strike for a third consecutive day. The unions want a 5% raise each year over the next three years.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

AC Transit carries thousands of extra riders during BART strike

Operators made 99% of their schedule runs without a hitch despite uncommonly long lines of riders at bus stops and having to maneuver packed coaches through heavily congested roadways. Meanwhile, the talks between ATU Local 192 and AC Transit management continue.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2013

BART workers strike, AC Transit in talks

Negotiators for BART's two largest employee unions left a bargaining session in Oakland late Sunday. Meanwhile, talks between AC Transit and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 192 are continuing. The agency is still running service, even though no new labor agreement was reached.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2013

BART, AC Transit workers may strike at same time

Union leaders said that they may call for one if no contract agreement is reached with BART and AC Transit. If a strike is called, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission plans to help increase other transportation options such as buses and ferries.

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