Today's Headlines
Basics
Tuesday’s Headlines’ Goal Is Better Transit
The World Cup could lead to improved transit in U.S. host cities well beyond the end of the tournament.
June 9, 2026
Monday’s Good, Bad and Ugly Headlines
For the most part, the BUILD America 250 Act runs contrary to what the American public wants.
June 8, 2026
Friday’s Headlines Are Getting Dim
Brightline looked like it might be the future of intercity rail. It hasn't quite worked out that way.
June 5, 2026
Thursday’s Headlines Are Tired of Tires
Yale has found more evidence that tires cause air pollution as they wear.
June 4, 2026
Wednesday’s Dense and Walkable Headlines
The more people live within a 15-minute walk of services, the lower the transportation emissions. And cities have room to grow without sprawl.
June 3, 2026
Tuesday’s Headlines Don’t Drink and Drive
Car-centric cities encourage people to get behind the wheel after going to a bar.
June 2, 2026
Monday’s Headlines Are in the Zone
Zoning has a big impact on transportation, and vice versa.
June 1, 2026
Friday’s Headlines Have It Made in the Shade
Parking lots make cities hotter, and many are taking steps to cool them down.
May 29, 2026
Thursday’s Headlines Have a License to Chill
Many young people aren't all that interested in driving, or can't afford to own a car. Will transit advocates let Uber win them over?
May 28, 2026
Wednesday’s Headlines Missed an Opportunity
The BUILD America 250 Act is headed for a House vote, and it looks like more of the status quo for federal transportation funding.
May 27, 2026
