Phoenix
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
Arizona Defends Deadly Highway Instead of Fixing It
An Arizona highway has been rated one of the most dangerous roads in the country — but local officials are more upset at the bad press than the deadly roadway!
September 16, 2019
Phoenix Voters Save Light Rail
Take that, Koch brothers: Voters in Phoenix have soundly rejected a proposal that would have halted the expansion of the city's light rail system.
August 28, 2019
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
Chambers of Commerce Come Around to Transit
City business groups are forming a coalition to urge Congress and the president to fund transportation projects.
May 21, 2019
Phoenix Will Continue to Let People to Die in the Streets
Almost 100 pedestrians are getting killed annually in Phoenix. But City Council just voted against doing anything about it.
April 24, 2019
Phoenix Rail Plan in Danger As Council Swipes Cash
Voters in Phoenix voted overwhelmingly approved a $31-billion light rail system. Now it's in danger of being pillaged for road projects.
March 21, 2019
Parking? Lots! Car Spaces Would Comprise 10% of Phoenix
There are three parking spaces for every man woman and child in metro Phoenix. Or about 4.5 for every car.
February 25, 2019
Kochs Want to Kill Light Rail in Phoenix
A group presenting themselves as neighborhood residents and business owners is receiving funding from Koch-backed groups. We have receipts.
September 25, 2018
Phoenix City Council Moves to Hijack Transit Money for Roads
In 2015, Phoenix voters overwhelmingly approved $17 billion for light rail and buses. Now the City Council might snatch it away for roads.
August 31, 2018