Streetsblog California Archives — Page 16 of 17

How to Fix Pro-Car Bias in Journalism

Small word choices can make a big difference. Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. hear authors Tara Goddard and Kelcie Ralph discuss their research on media framing of traffic violence and how it distorts public perception.

Melanie Curry

March 9, 2020

Streetsblog California |GJEL3

CA Congressman Introduces Bill to Fund High-Speed Rail

No guarantees, but it could provide funding for CA's program, if it passes

Melanie Curry

February 21, 2020

Streetsblog California |Promoted

California’s Rebate Blind Spot: Electric Bikes

It would be smart, and efficient, for California to provide incentives for people to purchase e-bikes

Melanie Curry

February 10, 2020

Streetsblog California |Bicycling

Zero Fatalities Task Force Report: Change the Way Speed Limits Are Set

The "85th Percentile Rule" relies on outdated assumptions and needs to be fixed

Melanie Curry

February 6, 2020

Streetsblog California |Legislation

Legislators Announce a California Green New Deal

The authors called it a "new California compact for a better, greener life for all."

Melanie Curry

January 6, 2020

Streetsblog California |Autonomous cars

DMV to Allow Testing of Driverless Light-Duty Trucks

Sponsored post: The Transportation Research Board’s 99th Annual Meeting will be held in Washington, D.C. from Jan. 12-16, 2020. Click logo above for more information.

Melanie Curry

December 18, 2019

Streetsblog California |Bicycling

Sacramento Adopts a Complete Streets Policy

Sacramento's Complete Streets policy aims to be a model for other California cities to emulate - especially since Caltrans keeps opposing one for itself.

Melanie Curry

December 13, 2019

Streetsblog California |Promoted

Bad News on Equity in Taxis, Parking, Transit

The new issue of Transfers Magazine contains research that can be depressing.

Melanie Curry

November 26, 2019

Streetsblog California |emissions

Report: Air Quality in U.S. Is Getting Worse

Researchers found evidence that increased use of natural gas and vehicle fuels are contributing to worsening air quality. Wildfires are a factor, but don't explain the increase.

Melanie Curry

October 22, 2019

Streetsblog California |Climate Change

Time’s Up: Californians Must Drive Less

Even with all the policies on cleaner fuels, increases in driving are increasing emissions

Melanie Curry

October 8, 2019

Streetsblog California

Basics