On November 13th, a contentious proposal in the East Bay aims to lift Caltrans long-standing ban on semi-trucks on Interstate five eighty. The debate revolves around public health and environmental justice, as residents along Interstate eight eighty have endured higher pollution and asthma rates due to diverted truck traffic. Critics argue the original decision was discriminatory, burdening less affluent communities. While some residents support lifting the ban, others worry about worsening traffic congestion. Caltrans is conducting a study to assess the implications, with advocates pushing for a statewide transition to zero-emission trucks.

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