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Editorial: Rail Should Come First on a New Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
Assemblymember Marc Levine floats idea of a replacement bridge--this time, rail should come first
December 6, 2019
Skirmish Over High-Speed Rail Funds
At Assembly Transportation Committee hearing, parochial discussions continue about transferring money to Southern California commuter rail
December 4, 2019
L.A. Metro Considers Shifting Measure R Monies
Metro is considering shifting some unused highway contingency funding to transit - but the board could amend highway spending more broadly, perhaps to align with equity, complete streets, and climate goals
November 26, 2019
L.A.’s Refurbished A Line Off to Rough Start; Delays All Too Common
The former Blue Line is supposed to have been faster and more reliable, but early operations have instead been plagued by numerous breakdowns and delays.
November 21, 2019
Advocates Yee-Haw Over New SFMTA Leader
Advocates happy to see one of their own taking over at SFMTA
November 20, 2019
Commentary: BART Police Need to Figure out Where They Stand on Rules
Police union feels it is owed an apology?
November 13, 2019
Amtrak Wants to Compete With Planes and Roads
Whaddya know? Amtrak is getting better and better — and may soon be profitable (you read that right!).
November 12, 2019
North San Fernando Valley Bus Rapid Transit Showdown this Thursday at Metro
Sparks are likely to fly at Thursday's 10 a.m. Meeting board meeting, though it is unlikely to be the final say on the North San Fernando Valley BRT's alignment and features
October 23, 2019
Amtrak’s Late-Running Trains Cost System Millions
The rail system's slow-to-arrive trains are costing tens of millions of dollars in excess worker overtime and tickets it could be selling, according to a new audit.
October 23, 2019
New Foothill Gold Line Extension Explainer Video
Foothill Gold Line light rail design-build work is underway, with major construction happening starting 2020
October 22, 2019
