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Will the State DOT Support St. Louis’s Sustainable Transportation Surge?

In America cities, state roads are often among the most dangerous. In St. Louis, though, some say the state DOT is becoming a stronger safety partner than ever — and even more could be done to build on the momentum.

September 19, 2024

Another Reason We Have a Housing Crisis? Highways!

In urban neighborhoods — especially Black ones — land once set aside for homes was decimated for car drivers.

Is St. Louis’ Transportation Structure Set Up to Sustain its Multimodal Boom?

St. Louis could soon become the latest U.S. city to radically restructure how it plans its transportation future. Not everyone thinks that's a good idea.

This week's headlines

Wednesday’s Headlines Are for the Children

Climate change is forcing schools to give up their playgrounds when we could be giving up our cars, or at least diesel-powered school buses. Learn more in headlines.

Tuesday’s Headlines Came Down With Congestion

People are driving more in 90 out of the 100 largest metro areas in the U.S., according to a new report. Is it time to borrow strategies from Europe to cut those miles? Learn more in headlines.

Monday’s Headlines Got a Little Ol’ Convoy

Using big diesel trucks to make deliveries in cities isn't great for the environment or the streets, but there are alternatives, as outlined by Transportation for America.

Friday’s Headlines Debate the Debate

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump got one measly question related to climate change during the debate, and Slate wasn't impressed by either's answer. Learn more in today's headlines.

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A Chat with USDOT’s Mariia Zimmerman

Last week, the mobility justice nonprofit Equiticity held its annual meeting, titled “Racial Equity in Motion: Exploring the Intersection of Transportation, Environmental Justice, and Public Health,” at Impact House, 200 W. Madison. Streetsblog Chicago has the highlights.

Carmageddon: Shift to Remote Work Led to Increase in Driving and Congestion Nationally…

Driving miles are higher today than they were before the pandemic, even though more Americans than ever still work from home.

…And in NYC, VMTs Had a Double-Digit Increase, Counter to Regional Goal

The Big Apple is driving itself mad, according to new stats from Streetlight Data.

Friday Video: Welcome to the ‘War on Cars’

Here's a pithy, witty, concise synopsis of why cars suck from the makers of America's best-loved podcast.

The Car Stole Our ‘Bliss’ 125 Years Ago Today

The automobile got its first taste of blood 125 years ago tomorrow — and it's never been able to kick the habit.

What Happens to E-Bikes and E-Scooters In NYC? They’re Fish Food

A green group has pulled 410 scooters and e-bikes out of the Bronx River since July 2023. What the hell?!

Transit App Now Provides Safety-First Bike Directions

A commuter train, subway and bus app is launching an update to allow users to prioritize safe bike routes.

Talking Headways Podcast: Expanding Amtrak Across America

Mike Christensen on Amtrak’s expansion plans, the impact of the infrastructure bill and why things take so long to implement.

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