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Should We Stop Calling Bike Lanes ‘Bike Lanes’?
"Bike lanes" and "bike-friendly policies" can slow dangerous car traffic, give walkers more space to move, and save lives across all modes by getting would-be drivers into the saddle instead. Is it time for a rebrand?
October 1, 2024
When Tuesday’s Headlines’ Levee Breaks
Climate change contributed to the destruction wrought by Hurricane Helene, perhaps the worst since Katrina 20 years ago.
October 1, 2024
Opinion: Design EV Charging Around City Streets, Not the Other Way Around
As the CEO of an electric vehicle charging post maker, I admit that Streetsblog has a point about streetscape issues. But we're committed to getting it right.
September 30, 2024
Monday’s Headlines Keep Rising Forever
...but the number of miles people drive might not, despite predictions to the contrary — unless planners make those predictions come true by building more lanes.
September 30, 2024
Calif. Governor Newsom Signs Complete Streets Bill
Finally! State law will require Caltrans to plan and build a transportation system for everyone who uses California roads.
September 27, 2024
DENIED: N.Y. Gov. Hochul’s Fails in Bid to Toss Pro-Congestion Pricing Suits Out of Court
A State Supreme Court judge will give congestion pricing supporters a real day in court!
September 27, 2024
Honey, Friday’s Headlines Shrunk the Monster Truck
What exactly is in the proposed rule to limit "car bloat" on American roads? We've got a refresher for you in headlines.
September 27, 2024
Talking Headways Podcast: How MPOs Can Help Design Safe Streets
Can federal Metropolitan Planning Organizations help localities build complete streets and create safe bike infrastructure? Yes, but it's hard!
September 26, 2024
Thursday’s High-Tech Headlines
Three ways technology is changing transportation, plus more bad financial news from local transit agencies in today's headlines.
September 26, 2024
Wednesday’s Mega-Headlines Don’t Come Around Here Anymore
If you don't have access to a car or a train, it just got a lot harder to get from one city to another.
September 25, 2024
