Zain Alexander Iqbal
News ProducerI’m joining KALW News as a Beat Reporter Fellow, and this year I’ll be focusing on transportation issues in and around the Bay Area. I have a passion for work that is public service-oriented—a fascination that first developed while I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Central Asia. I’ve been a NPR Next Generation fellow with Colorado Public Radio, and I collaborated on an investigative story into the long term effects of wildfires with KUNC Northern Colorado. In my free time, you might find me seeking adventure in the Sierra Nevadas or the Mojave, or hanging out at home with my partner and our two cats.
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CrosscurrentsWe take a tour of one of the new trains and see what life was like before Caltrain electrified its rails. It’s a small part of a larger ambition: California High Speed Rail. -
CrosscurrentsBike messengers were once a common sight in San Francisco. But recently technology has made some of their work obsolete. But, you don’t have to look too far to see those who still keep the industry—and the culture—alive. -
New legislation headed to the governor’s desk will increase daily fines for water rights holders who defy state orders. -
Officials in Santa Clara County want to expand tenant protections in unincorporated areas. They aim to strengthen a law that requires landlords to pay to relocate evicted tenants. -
One of the brightest meteor showers of the year is expected to peak in the Bay Area this weekend. Those who want to stay up late, or get up early, could be in for a show. -
An affordable transportation service in the South Bay just got cheaper. Residents can now use the Silicon Valley Hopper to get to a handful of locations for free throughout the month of August. -
The Oakland Police Department is ending its contract with a technology company that promised to end high-speed chases by instead using GPS trackers. -
San Jose received more than $1 million after a major settlement held drugmakers and distributors accountable for the opioid epidemic. However, advocates are not happy with the proposed use of the funds. -
In the week leading up to our nation’s birthday, it feels like we’ve been pummeled with a lot of jarring political drama. Are people feeling any different about celebrating America this year? -
The autonomous driving company, Waymo, announced that anyone can now hail one of its driverless taxis in San Francisco.
