California’s Return-to-Office Mandate Tests State Office Building Readiness
As California mandates state employees return to the office, the suitability of existing government buildings for modern work patterns is under scrutiny,…
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Carson Seeks Public Input on Ambitious Bicycle Action Plan
The City of Carson is actively seeking community feedback on its comprehensive Bicycle Action Plan, which outlines near-term improvements for seven key…
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California Environmental Justice Group Sues Over Cap-and-Trade Rule Changes
An environmental justice organization is challenging California's revised cap-and-trade regulations, alleging inadequate environmental review and a shift of funds away from climate…
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California Restores $900M in Homelessness Funding, Bolstering Local Response Systems
State officials have nearly doubled an initial proposal to reinstate significant funding for local governments' homelessness initiatives, a move praised as vital…
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Santa Monica Trials AI Cameras for Bike Lane Parking Enforcement
Santa Monica has become the first city in California to deploy AI-powered cameras on city vehicles to automatically ticket drivers who park…
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California Cities to Benefit from Discounted AI Services Through State Partnership
California local governments are set to receive significant cost reductions on AI productivity tools as part of a new agreement between the…
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California Launches Statewide Plan for Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
Caltrans has initiated an update to its State Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan, seeking public input on active transportation and complete streets policy.
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California Coastal Commission Reforms Streamlined for Active Transport and Santa Monica’s Local Coastal Program
A revised bill aims to speed up coastal permitting for bike lanes and pedestrian projects, and sets a deadline for Santa Monica…
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California’s San Andreas Fault Under Unprecedented Stress, Study Warns
New research indicates the San Andreas fault system is experiencing the highest tectonic stress levels in a millennium, raising concerns about potential…
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California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard Faces Political Threat: Implications for Urban Transport
A bid to eliminate California's LCFS could impact funding for electric vehicle infrastructure and transit electrification, raising questions about the future of…
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