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State-Specific Data Shows High Risk for California Pedestrians
A report from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration recently offered sobering statistics about the risks to people walking and biking on U.S. streets. While fatalities among drivers and passengers fell slightly, more cyclists and people walking on U.S. roads died last year than the year before.
June 19, 2019
Legislative Update: GHGs in Transportation Plans, Bike Lane Guidance, More
A few bills passed today's Senate Transportation Committee
June 11, 2019
Mark Your Calendars, Buy Your Tickets: The California Bike Summit Is Coming in October
Three days of talks, biking and walking tours, workshops, discussions, and many opportunities to meet and talk about and promote the importance, beauty, and benefits of biking
June 10, 2019
Op-Ed: Breaking Down Barriers to Disabled Cyclists
Because disabled people are often left out of the conversation, few abled cyclists seem to consider how non-traditional bikes can add to mobility for disabled people and provide many with a healthy mode of exercise and transportation.
June 4, 2019
Caltrans Director’s Ride Caps Bike Month in Sacramento
Every year there is a little more to celebrate.
May 31, 2019
May Revise Budget to Be Released Tomorrow: What’s in it for Sustainability?
The Sustainability Communities for All Coalition suggests using cap-and-trade revenue for energy efficiency and solar energy for low-income residents, expanding access to electric bikes, and community forestry.
May 8, 2019
Study: Electric Pedal-Assist Bikes Can Get People Out of Their Cars
While research is still scant, indications are good: e-bike riders replace car trips with e-bike trips
April 17, 2019
Bill to Clarify Bike Riders’ Right to Full Lane Withdrawn
The California Bicycle Coalition, faced with opposition from AAA and others, has decided to hold off on its efforts to clear up California Vehicle Code language about when bicycle riders are allowed to "take the lane."
April 2, 2019
Silicon Valley Bike Coalition Shiloh Ballard Named One of Six “Women of the Year”
Shiloh Ballard, executive director of the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, will be recognized by Senator Jim Beall as a "Trailblazer" and one of six "Women of the Year" in his Silicon Valley District.
February 26, 2019
Cyclists of Color in Chicago: “We Want More Black Folks on Bikes”
The forum, held Saturday at Blackstone Bicycle Works, featured representatives of 2wheelgods, the Major Taylor Cycling Club of Chicago, Red Bike and Green Chicago, and SRAM.
February 26, 2019
