Today’s Headlines
More California headlines at Streetsblog LA and Streetsblog SF
9:07 AM PDT on October 2, 2017
- The “hidden” costs of climate change are considerable (National Geographic)
- Global carbon emissions stayed flat in 2016—with caveats (Grist)
- Bakersfield residents want a crossing signal for pedestrians (Bakersfield.com)
- Taxes are sexy, and we need more, not less of them (SF Examiner)
- So it begins: Highland finds a way to use S.B. 1 funds to free up money for street widening projects (Highland News)
- Mobility 21 Summit looks for transportation solutions for SoCal (Business Wire)
- Unions, environmentalists tell CPUC: Go electric, now (CityWatchLA)
- Radio: Would congestion pricing work for L.A.? (SCPR)
- An idea from South Africa: Give bad drivers a time out (IOL)
- Singapore ride-hail company invests in California self-driving car startup (GovTech)
More California headlines at Streetsblog LA and Streetsblog SF
Streetsblog has migrated to a new comment system. New commenters can register directly in the comments section of any article. Returning commenters: your previous comments and display name have been preserved, but you'll need to reclaim your account by clicking "Forgot your password?" on the sign-in form, entering your email, and following the verification link to set a new password — this is required because passwords could not be carried over during the migration. For questions, contact tips@streetsblog.org.
More from Streetsblog California
Thursday’s Headlines
Central Valley, Bay area taxes, and lots of local and national news on robotaxis.
September 24, 2026
Talking Headways Podcast: People Based Accessibility
Maps aren't just about Point A and Point B, but how you get there.
September 24, 2026
Is It Time for the Era of the ‘Bike-Car’?
A quirky "velomobile" company is plotting a comeback. Will Americans buy it?
September 23, 2026
L.A. Plans to Add Bus Lane/Stop Enforcement Cameras on DASH Buses
A 60-day DASH bus camera pilot found 3,400 potential violations, averaging about four violations per hour. Camera installation expected to start this November.
September 23, 2026
SGV Connect 150: Montclair’s A Line Lawsuit Against San Bernardino County Transportation Authority
Meet Inland Empire reporter Beau Yarbrough, who outlines the city of Montclair’s lawsuit over SBCTA canceling its planned Metro A Line extension
September 23, 2026
