Blake Aued
Blake Aued has been doing Streetsblog’s daily national news digest for years. He’s also an Atlanta Braves fan, which enrages his editor in New York.
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Friday’s Headlines Want the Freedom of Options
It's true that Americans love their cars, but it's also true that they don't want to have to drive everyplace, The Guardian reports.
Thursday’s Headlines Start the New Year With a Tragedy
The attack on Bourbon Street early Wednesday morning was the latest and deadliest example of a killer using a vehicle as a weapon.
Monday’s Headlines Ring In the New Year
Some year-end roundups, a list of free transit rides on New Year's Eve and more headlines as we wrap up 2024.
Friday’s Headlines Are Crazy About Wildlife
The red wolf is among several species — including humans — that will be protected by U.S. DOT grants for wildlife crossings on highways.
Tuesday’s Headlines Are the Reason for the Season
An MTA worker's delightful after-work hobby, a viral sidewalk meme revisited and a few wonkier deep dives to get you through the holidays.
Monday’s Headlines Are Knocked Out by Greenways
Greenways are helping to revitalize cities, but how well are they integrated into the overall transportation system?
Friday’s Headlines Share and Share Alike
It's pretty clear that bike- and scooter-shares reduce car trips, but it may be time to consider a subsidized or nonprofit model for car-shares as well.
Thursday’s Headlines Have No Direction Home
A homelessness crisis is keeping some riders away from trains and buses. Transit Center has some ideas for what to do about it.
Wednesday’s Headlines Smell a Bit Musky
It certainly looks like Tesla CEO Elon Musk will get his money's worth after spending more than a quarter-billion dollars on Donald Trump's campaign.
Tuesday’s Headlines Are Tops
Washington is the No. 1 most bicycle-friendly state in the country, according to the League of American Bicyclists.