Keith Barnes Death Highlights Safety Delays | Oakland News

A tragic intersection in East Oakland claims another life — Keith Barnes, struck by a truck while crossing Coliseum Way and High Street. Safety advocates have long warned about this dangerous spot, pushing for decades for redesigns including protected pedestrian crossings and bike lanes. Despite city plans from 2019 and repeated appeals, critical upgrades — like separating pedestrian and turning traffic — remain years away, with construction not expected until summer 2029. Even more alarming, the latest design reportedly omits a high-visibility crosswalk, a key safety feature advocates had specifically requested. This delay underscores the urgent need for action before more lives are lost. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b3220c550f7f872e