Stories Related to Golden Gate Bridge Goes To Digital Toll System

By JASON DEAREN, Associated Press
Wed, 03/27/2013 - 9:56am

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Drivers approaching the majestic Golden Gate Bridge experienced something new on Wednesday- no human toll collectors....

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