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The latest streets and transportation news from Streetsblog USA.

This morning’s news keeps the hope of Vision Zero alive, takes a look back at Pete Buttigieg’s USDOT, and more.

  • Why BUILD America 250 Would Be Uniquely Bad For Passenger Rail
    by Kea Wilson
    May 27, 2026
    Congress’ first draft of the new infrastructure law would be a massive step backwards for passenger rail, one advocacy group says — and not just because the last one raised the bar.
  • Wednesday’s Headlines Missed an Opportunity
    by Blake Aued
    May 27, 2026
    The BUILD America 250 Act is headed for a House vote, and it looks like more of the status quo for federal transportation funding.
  • California Climate Funding Fight Pits Transit and Housing Advocates Against Oil Industry Giveaways
    by The Editorial Team
    May 26, 2026
    In a time when global events are sceaming, “WE NEED TO MOVE AWAY FROM FOSSIL FUELS,” California considers a measure to cut transit (and affordable housing) funding to reduce oil prices.
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