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Thursday’s Headlines Aren’t Terrified by Trains

Fear-mongering about trains and crime has a long history, intertwined with racism, and persists to this day. But is the fear justified? Probably not.

August 10, 2023

New Ohio Law Promises to Tear Down Neighborhoods for Highways

An Ohio law would require state transportation officials to build highway interchanges every 4.5 miles — even if they have to tear down homes and businesses to do it.

August 10, 2023

Wednesday’s Headlines Get Schooled

Teach the children well by giving them free transit passes in college, encouraging them to keep riding for the rest of their lives.

August 9, 2023

How Communities Can Fight Back Against Ever-Larger Cars and Trucks

What can cities do to stem the megacar crisis while the feds drag their feet?

August 9, 2023

Four Ways To Spot a Bad E-Bike Article

A recent New York Times series shone a light on the potential "dangers" of e-bikes — and perpetuated dangerous tropes that need to be debunked.

August 9, 2023

California’s State Transportation Officials Say We ‘Need to Drive Less’

The draft Carbon Reduction Strategy is being circulated for public comment by August 18.

August 8, 2023

Tuesday’s Headlines Want None of That Smoke

Automakers are complaining about the Biden administration's new emissions standards, but they don't go far enough, according to some environmentalists and scientists.

August 8, 2023

Houston Transit Makes Historic $26M Investment Into Real-Time Arrival Screens

Good signage can have a huge impact on the experience of transit riders. But will it lure new ones?

August 8, 2023

Bicyclists Take Over the Oakland Bay Bridge

The headlines shouldn't read "why are cyclists on the bridge?" They should read "why are cyclists banned in the first place?" especially considering how long Caltrans and MTC have promised to change this sorry situation.

August 7, 2023