New Stockton crosswalk aims to slow Pershing Avenue traffic after years of speeding complaints

A new High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) is now in operation along a Stockton residential street where neighbors have called it an "expressway" for years, with drivers speeding daily there.

A HAWK uses a unique three-light signal — two red lights and one yellow light — and high-visibility markings to alert drivers when a pedestrian is crossing. Once activated, the beacon turns red to stop traffic and create a safe crossing window. Signs, lane markings, and its distinctive light pattern all work together to warn drivers of people in the crosswalk.

The new crosswalk at Pershing Avenue and Rose Street gives people crossing the street to Victory Park around 30 seconds to pass through.

"This could save lives," said Katya Evanhoe, who lives near Pershing Avenue and raised her kids in t