The Churchill Avenue railroad crossing in Palo Alto has long been a known spot for people looking to harm themselves. It's a reputation the city is taking steps to change.
Work is scheduled to begin this week on the installation of an integrated video system at four Caltrain rail crossings. The plan is response to the high number of teen suicides in Palo Alto in recent years.
Petaluma plans to implement a quiet zone for SMART trains beginning on Wednesday.
The Sonoma-Marin area Rail Transit District unanimously voted to approve an agreement with North Coast Rail Authority on safety concerns.