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New Study Looks at How to Make Transit Feel Safe for Everyone

Transit is much safer than driving. That’s just a fact. Nevertheless, if people don’t feel safe, statistics still won’t get them on the train or bus if given a choice.

October 23, 2023

Kids Need a Head Start Just to Get to Head Start: Report

Just getting to a proven pre-school program can be impossible for hundreds of thousands of kids, a new report shows.

October 23, 2023

El Monte Refines Complete Streets Designs to Address Shopkeeper Concerns

Business owners differ on how to improve Main Street. The project team is searching for a middle ground.

October 18, 2023

Foothill Transit to Adjust Numerous Bus Routes this Month

Changes are across the East SGV, particularly in Pomona and La Puente

October 11, 2023

Equity-Focused Projects America Needs Right Now

Advocates are handing their DOTs a list of transformative transit projects that could heal the harms of the past — and a list of boondoggles that deserve to be scrapped.

October 10, 2023

How Transit Saved Lives — And Became a Lifeline — During and After the Maui Fires

A Hawaii bus agency helped transport 42,000 people off the island in the wake of the most devastating fires in the state's history — and highlighted the critical role that shared modes can play not just in preventing climate-related disasters, but saving lives when they happen.

September 27, 2023

Pols: Congress Must Bolster Sustainable Commutes to Reduce Carbon and Congestion

The feds should bolster sustainable commuting modes and transportation demand management strategies.

September 26, 2023

Opinion: Fights Over Fare Evasion Are Missing the Point

"To be clear, I'm not advocating for gate jumping. But I am advocating that we direct our attention to what truly matters."

September 12, 2023

Philly Gives City Workers Free Transit. Can Other Cities Follow?

It's sure to be a boon for SEPTA, the environment, and city employees’ quality of life, but can it be a model for other cities?

September 7, 2023