Damien Newton
Legislative Update: Our First Comprehensive Look of 2026
Our first comprehensive look as the legislature starts advancing bills.
Monday’s Post-Marathon Headlines
Maybe the LA Marathon wouldn't have had to put out that heat advisory and warn everyone about the last eight miles if the city prioritized the pedestrian experience...
Friday’s Headlines
A stack of mostly good news heading into the weekend or. Alternate headline: let's hope I don't get sunstroke.
StreetSmart 14.2 – The Governor’s Race and High Speed Rail
Yesterday was the legislature. Today is the Governor's Race and High-Speed Rail.
Thursday’s Headlines
While it's certainly good news that a dangerous intersection is being fixed, how did it take so long for something called "Friante Roulette" to be prioritized?
StreetSmart 14.1 – What to look for from the 2026 Legislature
Our first nearly-comprehensive look at what is, and isn't, moving.
Wednesday’s Headlines
Is there more news happening these days, or am I getting better at finding it?
New Draft CA High-Speed Rail Business Plan is LESS Costly than the 2022 Plan
Want a chance to really weigh-in on CAHSRA planning? Here's your once-every-four-years-chance.









