Oregon’s Tax Experiment: Prosperity Amidst Higher Levies Challenges Economic Orthodoxy
A new analysis of Oregon's economic performance following significant tax increases in 2010 suggests that higher taxes did not hinder, but rather…
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San Francisco’s Howard Street Bike Lane Blocked Again During Major Event
Cyclists using a key protected bike lane on Howard Street in San Francisco were once again forced onto dangerous, unprotected streets due…
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California’s High-Speed Rail Faces Funding Hurdles for Bakersfield Station
A new report highlights potential challenges in bringing California's High-Speed Rail to downtown Bakersfield, with funding cited as the primary obstacle for…
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Sound Transit Advances West Seattle Link to Final Design Stage
A significant budget amendment and new contracts are set to move the West Seattle Link Extension into its final design phase, with…
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Deadly Crash Highlights Urgent Need for Protected Bike Lanes in Seattle’s Rainier Valley
A recent fatal collision involving a teacher has reignited calls for safer cycling infrastructure in South Seattle, particularly along key corridors like…
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Chicago Cyclist Injured in Intersection Crash Amidst Dispute Over Illegal Turn Citation
A collision in North Center left a cyclist with facial injuries, with witnesses and a city official suggesting the SUV driver should…
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Supreme Court Ruling Shifts Burden for Gun Restrictions on Private Property
A recent Supreme Court decision has altered the legal landscape for businesses and private property owners regarding gun policies, placing the onus…
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US Regulatory Shifts Could Pave Way for Cheaper Manufactured Homes, Raising Questions for Cities
New federal legislation and proposed rule changes aim to reduce the cost of building manufactured housing, but acceptance by local authorities remains…
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Bellevue Adopts Lower Speed Limits to Enhance Street Safety
The Washington city is reducing speed limits on 84% of its arterial roads with current limits of 30 mph or higher, aiming…
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Ann Arbor Millage Tax Surpasses $27 Million for Affordable Housing Initiatives
A 2020 voter-approved millage tax in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has generated over $27 million, significantly boosting affordable housing projects and resident support…
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