Today’s Headlines
Basics
Thursday’s Headlines Are Making Progress
By Yonah Freemark's count, 19 North American transit projects opened last year, with another 19 coming in 2026.
January 8, 2026
Wednesday’s Headlines Have Seen the Light
One year later, data shows congestion pricing in New York City has been an unqualified success.
January 7, 2026
Tuesday’s Headlines Get Ready for the World Cup
Cities across the country are prepping their transit systems for soccer fans arriving from around the globe.
January 6, 2026
Monday’s Salty Headlines
Salt poured on icy roads and sidewalks eventually winds up in a river, stream or even your drinking water.
January 5, 2026
Wednesday’s Headlines Want to Age in Place
American cities aren't particularly friendly to seniors who can no longer drive, fueling isolation and loneliness.
December 31, 2025
Tuesday’s Headlines Pay Your Own Way
The Trump administration pulled $4 billion in grants for high-speed rail, and now California doesn't want it back.
December 30, 2025
Monday’s Headlines Go to Infinity and Beyond!
A new NASA administrator lets Sean Duffy get back to the his main job, pulling funding for anything not involving cars.
December 29, 2025
Wednesday’s Headlines Have a Clean Background
Uber isn't doing everything it can to keep violent felons out of the driver's seat, according to the New York Times.
December 24, 2025
Friday’s Headlines Walk the Line
If you're a capitalist, the market says there's a premium for living in a walkable neighborhood. So why not supply more to meet demand?
December 19, 2025
