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Opinion: Walz’s Transportation Polices Were ‘A Step Forward’ that ‘Still Left Gaps’ In Minnesota’s Priorities

The next vice president will significantly influence federal transportation policy, making Walz's track record an important indicator of where U.S. policy could go.

August 7, 2024

Five Facts on Tim Walz’s Sustainable Transportation Track Record

Tim Walz signed some massive transportation legislation as governor of Minnesota. What do advocates think of his track record, and his chances of shaking up the status quo in Washington?

August 7, 2024

People Walking, Biking, Busing Count — And We Should Count Them, Literally

Crash death statistics alone are not enough for planning safer streets. In cities like St. Louis, though, that's sometimes all we have.

August 7, 2024

Two-Item Tuesday: RSR Bridge Bike Lane Lies, Quiet Trains in Emeryville

Local newspaper story challenges Bay Area Council’s phony baloney take on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge path

August 7, 2024

Op-ed: What Do the Embarcadero Teardown and Ocean Beach Park Have in Common?

Lots. This November’s vote on whether to transform Upper Great Highway into a full-time oceanfront park gives us a unique opportunity to reflect on another highway transformation in San Francisco

August 7, 2024

Wednesday’s Headlines

Study challenges Supreme Court ruling on climate emissions; Land use policies that reduce transportation emissions; Coastal Commish postpones hearing on bus road proposal; Hydrogen powered e-bikes??! More

August 7, 2024

What If We Treated Car Crash Sites Like Disaster Zones?

What if our number one concern after a car crash wasn't getting traffic moving again, but making the road safer so no one else gets hurt?

August 6, 2024

Tuesday’s Headlines

What causes Richmond's pollution? (not bike lanes); LA Metro to begin automatic ticketing of bus lane blockers; Dedicated bus lanes improve safety; More

August 6, 2024

Opinion: Asphalt Roads Are Making our Heatwaves Worse, and High-Speed Rail Is the Answer

We know about human-caused climate change, but we often overlook the role played by our car-centric transportation system. Better rail service can help.

August 5, 2024

Memorial Ride for Teen Cycling Phenom Killed by Driver Hopes to Inspire National Change

In what could be the largest advocacy ride in U.S. history, advocates from around the world will celebrate the legacy of rising cycling Magnus White — and demand policy and culture changes that his family believe could have saved his life.

August 5, 2024