Caltrain won't say how many people died on the tracks last yearCaltrain's lack of transparency on train fatalities raises concerns about public safety and accountability.
OPINION: Slow Down on Our Bike Paths! - Streetsblog New York CityHigh-speed electric vehicles in bike lanes are degrading public safety for pedestrians and cyclists, prompting calls for regulatory action.
City of London seizes over 100 dockless bikes in clampdown on blocked pavementsLondon's crackdown on abandoned dockless bikes aims to reduce pavement obstructions and improve safety for pedestrians.
Thursday's Headlines: Streetsblog Stew Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe State Liquor Authority's revision allows outdoor dining setups to serve alcohol, enhancing outdoor experiences in NYC.
Caltrain won't say how many people died on the tracks last yearCaltrain's lack of transparency on train fatalities raises concerns about public safety and accountability.
OPINION: Slow Down on Our Bike Paths! - Streetsblog New York CityHigh-speed electric vehicles in bike lanes are degrading public safety for pedestrians and cyclists, prompting calls for regulatory action.
City of London seizes over 100 dockless bikes in clampdown on blocked pavementsLondon's crackdown on abandoned dockless bikes aims to reduce pavement obstructions and improve safety for pedestrians.
Thursday's Headlines: Streetsblog Stew Edition - Streetsblog New York CityThe State Liquor Authority's revision allows outdoor dining setups to serve alcohol, enhancing outdoor experiences in NYC.
BREAKING: Trump Withdraws Federal Approval for Congestion Pricing; Blows Hole in Transit Repair Budget - Streetsblog New York CityThe Trump administration has withdrawn approval for congestion pricing, impacting funding for essential transit system repairs and contradicting the needs of public transit users.
Trump administration orders an end to NYC's congestion pricing tollTrump administration halts NYC's congestion pricing system aimed at reducing traffic and funding mass transit.
Bike NY is Seeking to Build the Perfect E-Bike Subsidy Program for NYC - Streetsblog New York CityAn innovative e-bike subsidy program aims to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable transportation in outer-borough neighborhoods.
NYC traffic is improving with the congestion pricing feeThe implementation of congestion pricing in Manhattan is successfully reducing traffic and improving travel efficiency.
Muni Forever Campaign Provides Action Plan For Voicing Feedback On Service Cuts By April 1Public involvement at the Muni rally has influenced decision-making to reduce proposed service cuts.
Trump is all-in on cars. It's up to cities to stop himThe Trump administration's transportation policy contrasts sharply with Biden's focus on sustainable transit options.
BREAKING: Trump Withdraws Federal Approval for Congestion Pricing; Blows Hole in Transit Repair Budget - Streetsblog New York CityThe Trump administration has withdrawn approval for congestion pricing, impacting funding for essential transit system repairs and contradicting the needs of public transit users.
Trump administration orders an end to NYC's congestion pricing tollTrump administration halts NYC's congestion pricing system aimed at reducing traffic and funding mass transit.
Bike NY is Seeking to Build the Perfect E-Bike Subsidy Program for NYC - Streetsblog New York CityAn innovative e-bike subsidy program aims to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable transportation in outer-borough neighborhoods.
NYC traffic is improving with the congestion pricing feeThe implementation of congestion pricing in Manhattan is successfully reducing traffic and improving travel efficiency.
Muni Forever Campaign Provides Action Plan For Voicing Feedback On Service Cuts By April 1Public involvement at the Muni rally has influenced decision-making to reduce proposed service cuts.
Trump is all-in on cars. It's up to cities to stop himThe Trump administration's transportation policy contrasts sharply with Biden's focus on sustainable transit options.
Amtrak CEO's Ouster Makes the Grassroots Fight For Rail More Urgent - Streetsblog USAAmtrak's CEO Stephen Gardner was abruptly dismissed as part of a broader political purge orchestrated by the White House.
Exclusive | Jaywalking in NYC is set to be legal - but there was hardly any enforcement when it was a crimeJaywalking will soon be legal in NYC, despite historic concerns about pedestrian safety.
'Progressives' Turn Council's Transportation Policy Over to Republicans - Streetsblog New York CityThe current City Council, despite its progressive reputation, is failing to prioritize street safety and is increasingly influenced by car-centric policies.
Austin just made it illegal to park in bike lanes - Austin MonitorAustin City Council's new rule makes parking in bike lanes illegal, with fines from $50 to $300 for violations.
Exclusive | Jaywalking in NYC is set to be legal - but there was hardly any enforcement when it was a crimeJaywalking will soon be legal in NYC, despite historic concerns about pedestrian safety.
'Progressives' Turn Council's Transportation Policy Over to Republicans - Streetsblog New York CityThe current City Council, despite its progressive reputation, is failing to prioritize street safety and is increasingly influenced by car-centric policies.
Austin just made it illegal to park in bike lanes - Austin MonitorAustin City Council's new rule makes parking in bike lanes illegal, with fines from $50 to $300 for violations.
NYC officials face a March 21 deadline to end congestion pricingThe Federal Highway Administration demands the MTA end its congestion pricing plan by March 21, despite ongoing legal challenges.
Trump administration gives deadline to end congestion pricing in NYCCongestion pricing in New York faces uncertainty as federal authorities order its cessation by March 21, 2025, amid legal disputes.Gov. Kathy Hochul is determined to continue the congestion pricing program despite federal opposition.
Congestion Pricing Reduced Traffic. Now It's Hitting Revenue Goals.New York's congestion pricing plan raised $48.6 million in its first month, exceeding expectations and supporting mass transit system funding.
Trump rescinds DOT approval for NYC congestion toll, condemns city to pollutionNew York's congestion charge aimed at reducing traffic was terminated, raising concerns about fairness and access for drivers.
Trump admin sets deadline to shut down congestion pricing - but Hochul says NY won't comply: 'Trying to overrule New Yorkers'The Trump administration is mandating the shutdown of Manhattan's congestion pricing program by March 21, 2025, amid ongoing disputes with New York officials.
Gov. Kathy Hochul attends MTA board meeting to discuss future of congestion pricingGov. Hochul is committed to preserving congestion pricing despite federal opposition, emphasizing its benefits for NYC's transportation future.
NYC officials face a March 21 deadline to end congestion pricingThe Federal Highway Administration demands the MTA end its congestion pricing plan by March 21, despite ongoing legal challenges.
Trump administration gives deadline to end congestion pricing in NYCCongestion pricing in New York faces uncertainty as federal authorities order its cessation by March 21, 2025, amid legal disputes.Gov. Kathy Hochul is determined to continue the congestion pricing program despite federal opposition.
Congestion Pricing Reduced Traffic. Now It's Hitting Revenue Goals.New York's congestion pricing plan raised $48.6 million in its first month, exceeding expectations and supporting mass transit system funding.
Trump rescinds DOT approval for NYC congestion toll, condemns city to pollutionNew York's congestion charge aimed at reducing traffic was terminated, raising concerns about fairness and access for drivers.
Trump admin sets deadline to shut down congestion pricing - but Hochul says NY won't comply: 'Trying to overrule New Yorkers'The Trump administration is mandating the shutdown of Manhattan's congestion pricing program by March 21, 2025, amid ongoing disputes with New York officials.
Gov. Kathy Hochul attends MTA board meeting to discuss future of congestion pricingGov. Hochul is committed to preserving congestion pricing despite federal opposition, emphasizing its benefits for NYC's transportation future.
Exclusive | Trump admin demands MTA fork over NYC subway crime data - or risk billons in federal fundingThe MTA faces potential funding cuts unless it addresses subway safety concerns raised by the federal government.
Protestors Disrupt USDOT Secretary's Attack on California High-Speed Rail - Streetsblog CaliforniaThe Trump Administration continues to challenge California's high-speed rail project, describing it as a costly misallocation of funds.
Op-Ed: Amtrak Isn't Profitable - And That's Okay - Streetsblog USARep. Webster's belief in reducing Amtrak support contradicts the heavy federal subsidies for highways, impacting passenger rail viability.
Feds putting the kibosh on national EV charging programFederal funds for infrastructure projects cannot be 'decertified' based on policy changes.Existing contracts may still be reimbursed despite a review process imposed by the DOT.
Exclusive | Trump admin demands MTA fork over NYC subway crime data - or risk billons in federal fundingThe MTA faces potential funding cuts unless it addresses subway safety concerns raised by the federal government.
Protestors Disrupt USDOT Secretary's Attack on California High-Speed Rail - Streetsblog CaliforniaThe Trump Administration continues to challenge California's high-speed rail project, describing it as a costly misallocation of funds.
Op-Ed: Amtrak Isn't Profitable - And That's Okay - Streetsblog USARep. Webster's belief in reducing Amtrak support contradicts the heavy federal subsidies for highways, impacting passenger rail viability.
Feds putting the kibosh on national EV charging programFederal funds for infrastructure projects cannot be 'decertified' based on policy changes.Existing contracts may still be reimbursed despite a review process imposed by the DOT.
Chinatown Pols Renew Push for Cars on Park Row, But Residents Say No - Streetsblog New York CityMany in Chinatown favor keeping Park Row car-free despite pressure from politicians and business groups to reopen it to traffic.
Ontario bike lane removal work could start this month. Cyclists seek injunction to block it | CBC NewsCycle Toronto is legally challenging Ontario's plan to remove bike lanes, claiming it will worsen road safety and reduce cycling.
Not Another Mayor Adams? Adrienne Adams Has Little To Show On Street Safety - Streetsblog New York CityAdrienne Adams' record on transportation and livable streets is lacking compared to her predecessors, raising concerns in her mayoral campaign.
Minister told more funding needed for 'struggling' bus and rail servicesPublic transport services face critical funding issues, affecting expansion and sustainability initiatives.
Aircoach axes Bray and Greystones stops in major shake-up to Dublin Airport routesProposed cuts to bus routes serving Bray and Greystones signal concerns about transportation access for residents relying on these links.Aircoach is reevaluating and changing bus routes based on demand, impacting several areas previously serviced.
Minister told more funding needed for 'struggling' bus and rail servicesPublic transport services face critical funding issues, affecting expansion and sustainability initiatives.
Aircoach axes Bray and Greystones stops in major shake-up to Dublin Airport routesProposed cuts to bus routes serving Bray and Greystones signal concerns about transportation access for residents relying on these links.Aircoach is reevaluating and changing bus routes based on demand, impacting several areas previously serviced.
$1 Trillion Later, U.S. Roads Are Still Crumbling, Unsafe, and Congested. Does Congress Care? - Streetsblog USAU.S. road safety has worsened significantly compared to other developed countries, demanding urgent reforms for future transportation policies.
Trump Has Already Turned The EV Industry Upside Down. Here's HowThe Trump administration is actively dismantling electric vehicle initiatives despite prior support for them during the campaign.
Friday Video: A Very Cogent Argument Against E-Bike Registration - Streetsblog New York CityA Canadian critic highlights flaws in a New York bill for e-bike registration, arguing it doesn't address core safety issues.
How do you build a runway over a motorway?Heathrow's third runway may incorporate a ramp over the M25 for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
'Transportation Cannot Do It Alone': US DOT Dep. Sec. Polly Trottenberg Signs Off - Streetsblog USAU.S. transportation has undergone transformational changes due to major infrastructure investments and a focus on inclusive community benefits.
Trump's DOT pick wants EV owners to pay to use roads | TechCrunchElectric vehicle owners may need to pay for road use, as they contribute less to fund repairs through gasoline taxes.
$1 Trillion Later, U.S. Roads Are Still Crumbling, Unsafe, and Congested. Does Congress Care? - Streetsblog USAU.S. road safety has worsened significantly compared to other developed countries, demanding urgent reforms for future transportation policies.
Trump Has Already Turned The EV Industry Upside Down. Here's HowThe Trump administration is actively dismantling electric vehicle initiatives despite prior support for them during the campaign.
Friday Video: A Very Cogent Argument Against E-Bike Registration - Streetsblog New York CityA Canadian critic highlights flaws in a New York bill for e-bike registration, arguing it doesn't address core safety issues.
How do you build a runway over a motorway?Heathrow's third runway may incorporate a ramp over the M25 for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
'Transportation Cannot Do It Alone': US DOT Dep. Sec. Polly Trottenberg Signs Off - Streetsblog USAU.S. transportation has undergone transformational changes due to major infrastructure investments and a focus on inclusive community benefits.
Trump's DOT pick wants EV owners to pay to use roads | TechCrunchElectric vehicle owners may need to pay for road use, as they contribute less to fund repairs through gasoline taxes.
Businesses push government to extend HS2 lineHS2 needs to be fully funded to reach Crewe to maximize its economic benefits.
Oakland Advocates Holding Forums for Special Election - Streetsblog San FranciscoThe upcoming forums aim to inform Oakland voters about mayoral candidates' transportation policies and visions.
London's black cab fares are massively increasing in AprilTransport for London is raising black cab fares by 7.5% to address rising costs and declining driver numbers.
Does 'Vision Zero' Need a Reset - Or Just More Political Will to Achieve It? - Streetsblog USACities struggling with Vision Zero may need to adopt a more realistic goal of reducing road deaths by 30% by 2030.
The really depressing news about Muni - 48 hillsMuni's financial crisis is primarily a revenue issue, not due to overspending or mismanagement.
Trump kills NYC's congestion charge, condemns city to traffic jamsNYC's congestion charge, delayed but finally implemented, has improved travel times and air quality despite political opposition and previous delays.
NYC cabbies demand bathroom-break parking placards: 'When you've got to go, you've got to go'New York cab drivers demand emergency placards to avoid fines for double-parking while using restrooms.
Electric vehicle plans for NYC motor on despite Trump ordersThe MTA plans to have an all-electric fleet by 2040, continuing its commitment to clean-air strategies regardless of federal politics.
Trump kills NYC's congestion charge, condemns city to traffic jamsNYC's congestion charge, delayed but finally implemented, has improved travel times and air quality despite political opposition and previous delays.
NYC cabbies demand bathroom-break parking placards: 'When you've got to go, you've got to go'New York cab drivers demand emergency placards to avoid fines for double-parking while using restrooms.
Electric vehicle plans for NYC motor on despite Trump ordersThe MTA plans to have an all-electric fleet by 2040, continuing its commitment to clean-air strategies regardless of federal politics.
We need to talk about San Francisco's e-bike problemSan Francisco's bike lane network has grown significantly since 1971 but faces ongoing challenges with safety and maintenance.
Trump's new head of DOT rips up US fuel efficiency regulationsTrump's transportation secretary, Sean Duffy, plans to dismantle existing fuel efficiency standards, prioritizing consumer choice and affordability over stricter environmental regulations.
What a Federal Funding Freeze Would Actually Mean for Sustainable Transportation - Streetsblog USATrump's funding freeze raises concerns for sustainable transportation advocates about future impacts and clarity.Transportation agencies might not be receiving legally entitled funding amid federal uncertainty.
Trump's transportation secretary wants to tie funding to birth rates in a 'disturbingly dystopian' agendaThe Trump administration's transportation policy faces criticism for linking funding to marriage and birth rates.
Trump Administration pauses EV infrastructure expansion program - Here's whyTrump Administration pauses NEVI program to realign federal spending priorities, reflecting a shift from EV transition efforts.
Trump Administration Prioritizes High-Birthrate Areas for Transportation FundsFederal transportation funds should prioritize areas with higher marriage and birthrates according to a recent directive, raising questions about efficacy and relevance.
Why Trump's DOT is Promising More Money to States With Higher Birth Rates - Streetsblog USAThe U.S. Department of Transportation's new funding policies prioritize communities with higher birth rates, alarming sustainable transportation advocates across the country.
Trump's new head of DOT rips up US fuel efficiency regulationsTrump's transportation secretary, Sean Duffy, plans to dismantle existing fuel efficiency standards, prioritizing consumer choice and affordability over stricter environmental regulations.
What a Federal Funding Freeze Would Actually Mean for Sustainable Transportation - Streetsblog USATrump's funding freeze raises concerns for sustainable transportation advocates about future impacts and clarity.Transportation agencies might not be receiving legally entitled funding amid federal uncertainty.
Trump's transportation secretary wants to tie funding to birth rates in a 'disturbingly dystopian' agendaThe Trump administration's transportation policy faces criticism for linking funding to marriage and birth rates.
Trump Administration pauses EV infrastructure expansion program - Here's whyTrump Administration pauses NEVI program to realign federal spending priorities, reflecting a shift from EV transition efforts.
Trump Administration Prioritizes High-Birthrate Areas for Transportation FundsFederal transportation funds should prioritize areas with higher marriage and birthrates according to a recent directive, raising questions about efficacy and relevance.
Why Trump's DOT is Promising More Money to States With Higher Birth Rates - Streetsblog USAThe U.S. Department of Transportation's new funding policies prioritize communities with higher birth rates, alarming sustainable transportation advocates across the country.
Want to drive on Hwy. 407? These provincial parties have a campaign promise for you | CBC NewsOntario election focuses on local issues; parties promise to ease daily commutes by removing tolls on Highway 407.
Streetsblog Mourns the Passing of Donald Shoup - Streetsblog CaliforniaDonald Shoup's work reshaped urban parking policies, advocating for fair market pricing and reforms to improve urban economies and communities.
Geraldine Herbert: Cutting speed limits and changing our car-centric culture isn't about restricting freedom - it's about creating itCities can improve safety and quality of life by prioritizing people over cars in urban planning.
San Francisco Builds a Jersey Barrier-Protected Bike Lane in the Tenderloin - Streetsblog San FranciscoSan Francisco's implementation of quick-build protected bike lanes with Jersey barriers demonstrates an effective approach to cyclist safety.
Streetsblog Mourns the Passing of Donald Shoup - Streetsblog CaliforniaDonald Shoup's work reshaped urban parking policies, advocating for fair market pricing and reforms to improve urban economies and communities.
Geraldine Herbert: Cutting speed limits and changing our car-centric culture isn't about restricting freedom - it's about creating itCities can improve safety and quality of life by prioritizing people over cars in urban planning.
San Francisco Builds a Jersey Barrier-Protected Bike Lane in the Tenderloin - Streetsblog San FranciscoSan Francisco's implementation of quick-build protected bike lanes with Jersey barriers demonstrates an effective approach to cyclist safety.
Trump admin pauses Biden EV charger funding programThe Biden administration's EV charging network investment is on hold due to a review by the Trump-led Department of Transportation.
Trump's Transportation Secretary Announces Elon Musk's DOGE Will Plug In' To Upgrade Our Aviation System'Musk's DOGE aims to assist U.S. aviation upgrades despite a controversial history with the FAA.Musk's relationship with the FAA has been contentious due to safety violations and fines.
StreetSmart Episode 2: The State of Transit Funding with Juan Matute - Streetsblog CaliforniaThe transit funding landscape in California is highly variable, impacted by COVID-19 and historical challenges.
Healey slams Department of Transportation memo tying funding to birth ratesFunding policies from DOT now favor communities with high marriage and birth rates, causing criticism due to low rates in Massachusetts.
Donald Trump's DOT will prioritize areas with higher 'marriage and birth rates'The Department of Transportation prioritizes community projects based on higher marriage and birth rates.
Here's what effective federal rules around autonomous vehicles could look like, according to a former DOT inspector generalFederal government is lagging in regulating autonomous vehicles despite industry's need for a cohesive framework.
Newsmax Correspondent Grills Karoline Leavitt About Trump's Profanity Following Moment of Silence at Air Crash BriefingTrump's use of profanity reflects his candid communication style and frustration with previous administration policies.
Darnell Grisby is New Chair of CA Transpo Commission - Streetsblog CaliforniaDarnell Grisby and Clarissa Falcon have been unanimously elected as Chairperson and Vice Chair of the California Transportation Commission.
Thursday's Headlines: Duff Man Enters - Streetsblog New York CitySean Duffy's first act as Transportation Secretary is to scrap Biden's fuel efficiency standards, advocating for car affordability.
Enviro Leaders: EV's Won't Save Us, Invest in Transit and Active Transportation - Streetsblog CaliforniaCalifornia's climate goals are at risk due to shifts in federal policy under Trump, prompting calls for a focus on active transportation.
Thursday's Headlines: Duff Man Enters - Streetsblog New York CitySean Duffy's first act as Transportation Secretary is to scrap Biden's fuel efficiency standards, advocating for car affordability.
Enviro Leaders: EV's Won't Save Us, Invest in Transit and Active Transportation - Streetsblog CaliforniaCalifornia's climate goals are at risk due to shifts in federal policy under Trump, prompting calls for a focus on active transportation.