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San Diego’s Transit Ridership Is on the Road to a Strong Recovery
Other regions - and the state - should take note
August 26, 2024
Alliance for Community Transit Activates Koreatown Bus Stop, Gathers Rider Input for Vermont Bus Lanes
Shade, refreshments and engagement were welcomed by bus riders, looking to get out of the hot August sun
August 23, 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
This Single Photo of a Packed Trolley Illustrates the Ups and Downs of US Public Transit
The last national transit boom can explain the challenges that confront modern transit agencies, says the author of "The Great American Transit Disaster."
August 20, 2024
Sustainable Transit Advocates Unite for Harris-Walz — And Against Trump’s Embrace of Fossil Fuel
"Train Lovers for Harris/Walz," the latest group to formed to boost Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
August 13, 2024
Incomplete Streets Part 2: District 12 Ignores Caltrans Policy on Bike and Pedestrian Needs
Caltrans has a policy requiring Complete Streets in its projects, but Caltrans Districts routinely ignore it
July 23, 2024
Encouraging Older Adults to Use Active and Public Transportation
Using - and encouraging the use of - active and multimodal transport can greatly enhance people's lives, especially seniors
July 17, 2024
Newsom Administration Releases Previously Frozen Transit Funding
Long-promised transit recovery funds, for capital projects including zero emission improvements and for operations, begins to be released.
July 8, 2024
The Racist Legacy of San Diego’s Trolley Limits its Future
Ridership along this corridor was always packed whenever I rode it for school, which was why I was surprised to learn during my internship that there’s a local stereotype that nobody uses the trolley.
July 1, 2024
Riders Give Muni Good Marks
The latest SFMTA survey shows current riders are responding to improvements. However, it doesn't seem to account for the dissatisfaction of lost riders
June 26, 2024
