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The latest streets and transportation news from Streetsblog USA.

Happy Wednesday! We have an on-the-ground report from Kea Wilson in the aftermath of the worst tornado to hit St. Louis since 1950. Plus, check out this piece from McSweeney’s for a little bit of lightness for your day.

  • What Would It Take to Get ‘Fast, Free Buses’ Nationwide?
    by Kea Wilson
    September 21, 2026
    It might sound crazy — but is it crazy enough to work, even as governments take aim at steep transit cuts?
  • Monday’s Headlines Are Overall Country, Overall Clean
    by Blake Aued
    September 21, 2026
    Rural communities can hardly support transit as it is, and they’ll be hurt worst by Republicans’ transportation bill.
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