Sound Transit Faces Funding Crisis, Delays Light Rail to Ballard
Sound Transit's board has approved a plan to address a significant budget shortfall, leading to indefinite delays for the light rail extension…
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Chicago Driver Fatally Strikes Pedestrian at Intersection Planned for Traffic Signal
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed at an intersection where traffic signal installation had been planned for years, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in…
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Seattle Mayor Proposes Doubling Transit Funding to Enhance Bus Frequencies
Mayor Katie Wilson has unveiled a plan to renew Seattle's transit measure, proposing a significant increase in sales tax to bolster King…
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Long Beach Ranked Among Top 10 US Bike-Friendly Cities, Second in California
A new study by Holland Bikes places Long Beach 10th nationally and 2nd in California for its commitment to cycling infrastructure and…
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Janette Sadik-Khan Appointed to MTA Board, Bringing Extensive Transit Policy Experience
Former NYC DOT Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan, known for her transformative street design initiatives, has been appointed to the MTA board, signaling a…
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Bay Area Transit Funding Measure Secures Ballot Spot Amidst Policy Setbacks
Advocates celebrate a significant victory in signature gathering for a regional transit funding initiative, while expressing disappointment over state-level cuts to transit…
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Streetsblog SF Roundup: Urban Planning and Transit News for June 1, 2026
A review of the latest urban planning and transportation news from Streetsblog SF, highlighting key developments and discussions in San Francisco.
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Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act Takes Effect, Signalling Regional Coordination Efforts
A significant piece of legislation aimed at enhancing transit coordination across Northern Illinois is now in effect, potentially reshaping regional transportation planning…
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Advocates Map and Grade Bike Racks to Highlight Shortages and Poor Quality
A Las Vegas-based initiative aims to improve cycling infrastructure by documenting and evaluating existing bike parking, revealing critical gaps and subpar installations.
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Navigating Seattle’s Independent Bookstore Day by Public Transit
An urbanist reflects on the challenges and triumphs of completing a city-wide bookstore challenge using only public transportation, highlighting transit accessibility and…
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