Cities, Counties, States and Countries
Koch Brothers-Backed Group is Behind Assault on Phoenix Light Rail
The Latino business owner who was the face of the campaign has quit, saying she was "used."
August 7, 2019
Shared Motor-Scooters Coming to D.C.
The District Department of Transportation is launching a four-month pilot program to invite shared motor-scooters to zip through the city, officials announced last week.
August 6, 2019
Des Moines Downzoning is Backward — And Possibly Racist
The Iowa capital is proposing zoning changes that discourage density, will raise the cost of housing, and undermine transit.
August 5, 2019
Drivers Are More Dangerous Near Women Cyclists
Research finding that drivers pass women more closely may help explain why women express greater fears about cycling.
August 1, 2019
Why Bill de Blasio’s ‘Vision Zero for the Nation’ Shouldn’t be Laughed off
In peer countries with much better safety records, presidents and prime ministers make traffic safety a national priority. So mock the New York City mayor at your own risk.
July 31, 2019
Washington Faces Car Tax Reckoning
Washington State could risk losing $4 billion in transportation funds if voters pass a ballot measure to slash a vehicle fee this November, a new report shows.
July 31, 2019
A Denver Newscaster’s Epic Takedown of Bike-Lane Nimbys
Local news coverage of bike safety can be dreadful. So we've got to hand it to Kyle Clark of 9News in Denver.
July 26, 2019
House Bill Proposes Big Jump in Bike-Share Funding
A bipartisan bill proposes treating bike share like transit, allowing it to compete for billions in additional federal dollars.
July 26, 2019
Atlanta is Blowing Safety Money on a Flashy Ped Bridge
Atlanta has a $1 billion sidewalk backlog. But a $33 million stadium bridge is taking precedent over desperately needed repairs.
July 26, 2019