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The Dawn of the ‘Non-Driver’ Movement: A Conversation with Anna Zivarts

"At the end of the day, there are going to be folks who still can't drive and can't afford to drive — and there are still going to be a lot of us."

May 9, 2024

California Leaders Celebrate Ten Years of Climate Action

Air Resources Board report highlights progress funded by the California Cap-and-Trade Program.

Talking Headways Podcast: Highway Fighting in Texas

Jeff Wood talks to Megan Kimble about an amazing footnote to the creation of the Interstate Highway system.

This week's headlines

Thursday’s Headlines Fight a Suburban War

The way Politico lays out the battle lines, it's not just drivers versus transit users, but urban transit users versus suburban ones.

Wednesday’s Headlines Build Green

A new bill dubbed "Build Green" would replace many of the climate-friendly elements Sen. Joe Manchin insisted on stripping from the Inflation Reduction Act.

Tuesday’s Headlines Pick the Low-Hanging Fruit

Greg Shill argues that if a transformative road redesign isn't possible, it's time to talk about second-best strategies.

You Wouldn’t Like Monday’s Headlines When They’re Angry

Which state has the worst road rage? Consumer Affairs magazine looked at a variety of factors to come up with an answer.

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S.F. Fire Apologies for Tweeting About Imaginary Bike Rule

There is no rule in California that says cyclists have to ride single file — but the San Francisco Fire Department tweeted about it anyway.

When it Comes to Federal Infrastructure Grants, Size Does Matter

Cities and municipalities with larger budgets and staff are more likely to win competitive federal infrastructure grants, the Urban Institute has found.

Sudden State Funding Freeze Leaves Calif. Transit Agencies Hanging

Transit agencies were caught off guard by a 60-day funding freeze announced on the day they were expecting the allocations.

Oil Industry Shuts Down Interstate 95 In Connecticut

The driver of an gasoline tanker truck severed the busiest interstate highway in New England yesterday by turning their cargo into a firebomb that melted an overpass in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Are Friday’s Headlines the New Normal?

Transit ridership hasn't come all the way back from the pandemic, and they're going to need more federal help, along with other changes, says Governing magazine.

Friday Video: How to Make Places Safe For Non-Drivers After Dark

A top Paris pedestrian planner, a leading GIS professional, and Streetsblog's own Kea Wilson weigh in on the roots of America's nighttime road safety crisis, and the strategies that can help end it.

OPINION: Congestion Pricing Will Help My Family Get Around As We Navigate Cancer Treatment

My partner was recently diagnosed with cancer. Congestion pricing will make getting her to treatment faster and easier.

If Thursday’s Headlines Build It, They Will Come

Why can the U.S. quickly rebuild a bridge for cars, but not do the same for transit? It comes down to political will and a reliance on consultants.

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