San Francisco Sues Oakland Over Airport Name Dispute

Oakland International Airport proposed changing its name to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to attract more traffic heading to San Francisco, but San Francisco threatened to sue over the switch, claiming trademark infringement. The proposed name change aims to improve recognition among travelers looking to come to San Francisco, but San Francisco International Airport argues that it could cause confusion in the marketplace. The legal battle over the name change is pending, with the Alameda County Board of Supervisors approving the change and an official sign-off expected on May 9.