As part of a new fare policy adopted earlier this year, AC Transit, the Oakland-based regional bus agency, will raise the price of fares and passes on Aug. 1.

For one night they were the rock stars of Oakland.

As part of the Freedom Bus Project, local student artists were honored Friday by a host of Alameda County and Oakland dignitaries at the Oakland School of the Arts for their work showcasing Rosa Parks and the national Civil Rights Movement.

As part of a Black History Month celebration, more than 240 people gathered at the Oakland African American Museum and Library Friday to support Mayor Jean Quan's initiative to recruit 2,000 mentors for the city's most at-risk youth.

AC Transit wants to hear from you! The bus district is developing a comprehensive fare policy and is seeking input from the public before a formal proposal is made to the Board of Directors. Topics under discussion include goals, principles, pass pricing, transfer rules, timing and level of fare changes, and more. Among the significant questions for consideration: