- In addition to the short-term drop in ridership, the pandemic poses a long-term threat to public transit by accelerating the trend of working from home and a migration away from dense cities. In response, agencies’ focus is shifting away from white-collar commutes. (Politico)
- West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin wants to spend $4 trillion on infrastructure, which sounds like a staggering amount of money but might not be enough. If it included $250 billion for transit, that would only pay for high-speed rail in California and the Northeast corridor, for example. (Vice)
- Mayors are urging future Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to send more money directly to cities, rather than routing it through states that might not share the same policy goals. (Route Fifty)
- Something is wrong with this picture: Demand for gasoline is up, but that hasn't led to an increase in supply or higher prices. (AAA)
- A coalition of 74 traffic safety organizations are calling on President Biden to commit to zero traffic deaths by 2050. (Streetsblog)
- Uber and Lyft spent nearly $5 million combined lobbying Washington for favorable labor rules. (Marketwatch)
- Federal regulators are trying to figure out how to enforce Biden's mask mandate for interstate travelers. (CNN)
- New York’s Metropolitan Transit Authority received a federal grant to study how coronavirus moves through the air on mass transit, potentially restoring riders’ confidence in its safety. (WAMC)
- Charlotte’s ambitious mobility plan could transform the city — if it can find billions of dollars to pay for it. (Agenda)
- Fighting words? The Philadelphia Inquirer’s architecture critic calls New York City’s Moynihan Train Hall a “romanticized stage-set version” of a train station and says Philadelphia can do better.
- Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is halting highway projects to free up money to remove barriers to salmon habitats. (Everett Herald)
- The Gainesville Sun wants the Florida city to stop simply paying lip service to bike and pedestrian safety.
- Bus rapid transit is losing support among metro Atlanta mayors. (Reporter)
- Treehugger tested and ranked the best shared e-scooters, with Lime topping the list.
Streetsblog
Tuesday’s Headlines Because You’re on a Roll
By Blake Aued
Stay in touch
Sign up for our free newsletter
More from Streetsblog USA
Year in Review: What Gave Us Hope in a Dark 2025
Yes, this year was tough. Yes: we're still ending it with hope for the future.
December 27, 2025
Streetsblog Joins Campaign for Public Financing of Non-Profit Media
New York provides tax credits to for-profit newsrooms. Now, non-profit digital outlets, public broadcasters and public access channels are seeking equal treatment. Doing so would strengthen our democracy.
Opinion: Why Urbanists Should Support Plant-Forward Policies
Your plate is political, just like your choice to pedal instead of drive. And often, transportation and food politics have powerful intersections.
December 26, 2025
Thursday’s Headlines: Merry Christmas Edition
We're off today, and we wish you a very Merry Christmas!
December 25, 2025
Don’t Believe the Hype: NJ Turnpike Widening Still Happening
Gov. Murphy's late revision will just move the problem around, advocates say.
Opinion: Can AI Help Stop Car Crashes Before They Happen?
Proactive safety planning can save more lives than waiting until after crashes kill. But what's the proper role of technology in identifying future hot spots?
December 24, 2025
