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Talking Headways Podcast: Transit Wins and Co-Benefits from Climate Work
Julie Eaton Ernst and Cris Liban on the co-benefits of transportation, the evolution of the definition of transportation and making change in small steps.
October 31, 2024
Commentary: Vote ‘Yes’ on L and Fund the Bus
According to data from Muni, the main reason people take public transit is for dining out, socializing, or entertainment. In other words, the main reason people ride Muni is to support San Francisco’s small businesses.
Cyn Wang
October 31, 2024
Report: Confronting Car Dependence Won’t Just Help With Climate Change; It’s a $6.2 Trillion Opportunity
Making driving truly optional can save the planet — and save American households trillions of dollars.
October 30, 2024
More Money for Rail in California: US DOT Awards $279 Million
Department of Transportation grants are for improving safety, efficiency, and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail.
The post More Money for Rail in California: US DOT Awards $279 Million appeared first on Streetsblog California.
October 29, 2024
Opinion: Who Does Passenger Rail Serve?
"In short, passenger rail serves everyone – even the people who don’t meet the profit margins of airlines and car manufacturers."
Lenny Zaleski
October 24, 2024
CA Election: Local Transportation Tax Measures
A look at local transportation tax measures, including a couple of dueling parcel tax measures in Berkeley
The post CA Election: Local Transportation Tax Measures appeared first on Streetsblog California.
October 24, 2024
Why America Has So Much Road Safety Research, But So Little Actual Safety
Why does all this research not translating into solid guidance that actually saves lives?
October 23, 2024
Bringing Planning to the People: Social Media as a Tool
Urban planning is now a trend on social media. But can it help us build better cities?
Brittany Simmons
October 23, 2024
CalSTA Announces Funding for Rail and Transit Projects
27 projects will receive $1.3 billion from the Transit and Intercity Capital Rail program, funded by the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (cap-and-trade).
The post CalSTA Announces Funding for Rail and Transit Projects appeared first on Streetsblog California.
October 23, 2024
Want to Make Vehicles Safer? Start With These Two Changes to Government and Commercial Fleets
Advocates want the government and private sector to make their vehicle fleets safer — to nudge regulators to make changes for everyone.
October 22, 2024
