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State Grant Will Pay for Better Diesel Trains, Not Zero-Emission Trains, for Metrolink

I made a mistake covering the CTC grants last week that impacts a story Streetsblog has been covering. Let's set the record straight.

December 15, 2025

Monday’s Headlines

CA gets first win in fight over CAHSR funding. More wins needed.

December 15, 2025

CalMatters Ponders State Inaction During Ongoing Traffic Safety Crisis

Yes, it's still a crisis even if the government doesn't do much about it.

December 12, 2025

The Week in Short Video

Have you watched 'em all? Bikes on buses, massive freeway harms, not-quite-a-peace-prize, and a year-end appeal

December 12, 2025

Friday’s Headlines

Amidst the sad news of the failures of Vision Zero, there's hope in some innovative and progressive local efforts.

December 12, 2025

CA Approves $1.1 Billion in Transportation Grants, Including Zero-Emission Transit

“We are pleased to partner with Caltrans to enhance the economic competitiveness of our state and make commuting more affordable, while protecting our environment,” said California Transportation Commission Chair Darnell Grisby.

December 11, 2025

Thursday’s Headlines

State invests in zero-emission transit, CAHSRA fights for federal funds, LA sinks into unintentional self-parody, and more...

December 11, 2025

Wednesday’s Headlines

YIMBYs, and Widenings, and Bike Cops, oh my!

December 10, 2025

Report: Speed Camera Programs Working in San Francisco, Floundering in Bureaucracy in L.A.

Great progress and success in the Bay Area, while So Cal lags

December 9, 2025