Damien Newton
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.
SGV Connect 146: What’s Next for the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority
CEO Habib Balian joins SGV Connect to discuss the A Line’s steady ridership, transit-oriented development along the corridor, and the shift to a new delivery model for the long-anticipated Claremont extension.
Tuesday’s Headlines
I feel like last week I was struggling to get 8 good, solid, non jokey headlines and this week so far the headlines are stacked!
The Week in Short Video
Fresno ballot measures, wild armadillos, gas tax holidays, and four miles of mid-city Los Angeles subway opening in May









