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Melanie Curry

Streetsblog California editor Melanie Curry has been thinking about transportation, and how to improve conditions for bicyclists, ever since commuting to school by bike long before bike lanes were a thing. She was Managing Editor at the East Bay Express, editor of Access Magazine for the University of California Transportation Center, and earned her Masters in City Planning from UC Berkeley.

Thursday’s Headlines

Earth is unhealthy for humans, and it's our fault; SF formally files request to revisit robotaxi decision; Berkeley landlords hold a party to celebrate the end of eviction moratorium and renters call them out; More

September 14, 2023

CA Legislature Passes Speed Camera Bill

Now it's up to Governor Newsom to sign it

September 13, 2023

Wednesday’s Headlines

Corporate climate accountability bill; Housing streamlining bill; Bill to end pretextual stops faces vote; More than just bills today

September 13, 2023

Carbon Emissions Disclosure Bill Is Headed to the Governor

The California legislature passed a bill today that would require all large corporations that do business in California to measure and publicly report their carbon emissions.

September 12, 2023

Tuesday’s Headlines

How to actually reduce excess vehicle travel; A car-sized hole in e-bike safety coverage; Bills are moving forward; More

September 12, 2023

Monday’s Headlines

Every city needs a Bike Bus; Replace wide roads with housing; Weight-based fees are needed; More

September 11, 2023

Here We Go Again: Pedestrian Safety Month Means Watch Out, People!

California Highway Patrol supports Pedestrian Safety Month with yet another tone deaf Public Safety Announcement putting the onus for safety on the most vulnerable people using roads

September 8, 2023

Friday’s Headlines

Vigil for another child killed by bad street design; BART adjusts its schedule to much consternation; More

September 8, 2023

Senator Portantino’s Bike Conversion Is Paying Off for All

The legislation Portantino has written and championed since his recent conversion reflect what he's learned about safety and priorities on the streets.

September 7, 2023

Thursday’s Headlines

New cars are collecting - and selling - all kinds of personal data; Clock is ticking to find a replacement for gas taxes; EV rebates will go to low-income buyers; More

September 7, 2023