Los Angeles
Highway Boondoggle: Golden State’s Desert Destruction
California's $8-billion, 63-mile “High Desert Freeway" north of downtown Los Angeles would lead to more driving and more pollution, along with sprawling desert development.
June 24, 2019
What We Can Learn from ‘Latino Urbanism’
Planner James Rojas calls “Latino Urbanism,” an informal reordering of public and private space that reflects traditions from Spanish colonialism or even indigenous Central and South American culture
June 5, 2019
Are We Starting to See Progress Toward Vision Zero?
Looking at the data, a positive trend may be starting to emerge, but advocates say mayors aren't doing enough.
May 22, 2019
A Great Big Freeway — Thanks to Induced Demand
Los Angeles is getting what it paid for when it widened 10 miles of its most infamous freeways — another lane of traffic.
May 8, 2019
Trump Administration Continues Funny Business with Transit Funding
About $2.7 billion in funds for transit projects remains in a state of limbo at the Trump U.S. DOT.
March 19, 2019
Community Service Comes Full Circle for Members of Black Kids on Bikes at King Day Parade
Youth BKoB inspired to join in the King Day parade years ago now serve as inspiration for the next generation
January 25, 2019
Transit Systems Must Address Women’s Safety Concerns
A new study shows women are about half as likely to use new rail service as men — especially if they express strong concerns about safety.
January 16, 2019
Elon Musk’s Tunnel Project in Los Angeles is Bad Joke
He initially promised to revolutionize public transit — but then created only a new private transportation system for rich people.
December 19, 2018
America’s Early Bus Rapid Transit Systems Are Working Well
Now 10 years old and older, the performance of the U.S.'s first bus rapid transit systems helps explain why the model has caught fire.
November 5, 2018
Transit Public School Set For Blighted L.A. Lots
For black stakeholders eager to shed the despised "Death Alley" label and address the damage rooted in segregationist policies, the stakes feel especially high
October 22, 2018
