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Sacramento City Council May Declare Emergency Over Traffic Safety
The city faces high and rising injury rates on its roads. The proposal to declare an emergency is appropriate, say advocates, but it needs to be much stronger.
September 18, 2024
The Future of Alameda’s Slow Streets Barricades: What’s Next?
Alameda advocates want the city's 'slow streets' to remain slow
September 16, 2024
Antioch Amtrak Station May Go Away
A "whistle-stop tour" and protest this Saturday will call attention to the decision (with a fun day out), and the SJJPA will hold a board meeting on September 20 to hear public comment. Maybe for the first time.
September 10, 2024
West Oaklanders Celebrate Concrete Results on 8th
West 8th was a speedway on which drivers regularly crashed into one another, into trees, and even into houses. But things are safer now and looking better than ever
September 6, 2024
In October, Santa Monica Will Lower Speed Limits on 29 Streets – and Raise it on One
Based on Council procedures, the changes require a second vote that should occur at the September 10 meeting, with changes going into effect 30 days later.
August 30, 2024
Talking Headways Podcast: The Real Work of Safe Streets
Oakland City Council candidate Warren Logan on how people perceive government works, and the need for more flexible housing and streets policies.
August 30, 2024
Commentary: Let’s Talk About Woodstock the Water Shuttle V2.0
We have the funding to build on success and make a permanent water shuttle to really connect Western Alameda and downtown Oakland.
August 29, 2024
Construction Starts on 20th Street in Oakand
Plus a Richmond-San Rafael Bridge update
August 28, 2024
San Diego’s Transit Ridership Is on the Road to a Strong Recovery
Other regions - and the state - should take note
August 26, 2024
Some Suggestions for Santa Monica as it Plans for its Car-Free Olympics
Santa Monica is well ahead of Los Angeles when it comes to providing multi-modal options. The key will be expanding what is there and just making it easier and faster to get to and ride on the existing bus and rail systems.
August 22, 2024
