Schools, Transit, Hospital Funding Included in Senate Coronavirus Bill
Senate leaders agreed on a package that includes $340 billion for relief efforts boosting schools, hospitals and state and local governments, as well as a $150 billion fund specifically to help states and localities fight the pandemic.
As Ridership and Revenues Plunge, Transit Agencies Seek Financial Aid
The coronavirus has far fewer people riding buses and trains. Tax revenues going towards transit are in line to take a hit as well.
Buses Will Become the Priority on This City’s Streets
A measure passed in Portland, Oregon will create bus-specific lanes, an effort supporters say will help the city meet its climate change action goals.
Measuring the Cost of a State’s Car Economy
A new study attempts to come up with a dollar figure for how much cars, trucks and roads cost Massachusetts each year.
Feds Should Take Steps to Help Coordinate Rural Transit Service, Watchdog says
The Government Accountability Office says U.S. DOT lacks an adequate strategy for communicating and sharing information about rural transit coordination opportunities and best practices.
Why Kansas City’s Free Transit Experiment Matters
The Missouri city is the first major one in the U.S. to offer no-cost public transportation. Will a boost in subsidized mobility pay off with economic benefits?
Report: How Cities Can Meet the Needs of Growing Senior Populations
From encouraging development of accessible and affordable housing to training older adults so they can get back into the workforce, the Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging highlights ways cities are engaging with seniors.
The Best and Worst U.S. Places to Live Car-Free
College towns and big coastal cities top our ranking of the metros where it’s easiest to live without a car.
Sometimes, Lyft Wants You to Take Public Transit
Like its rival Uber, the ride-hailing company wants to be a one-stop mobility shop that integrates buses, trains, subways, and scooters.
Senate Transportation Funding Bill Would Cut Small Project Transit Grants
Legislation advanced by the Senate Appropriations Committee would cut funding for the Small Starts grants program from $526 million to $78 million.
Very Bad Bus Signs and How to Make Them Better
Clear wayfinding displays can help bus riders feel more confident, and give a whole city’s public transportation system an air of greater authority.
Transit to the Trailhead: Bus Service in a Recreation Corridor Takes Off
Oregon’s Department of Transportation has seen strong demand among riders for buses that run between Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.
Why Can’t I Take Public Transit to the Beach?
In the U.S., getting to the beach usually means driving. But some sandy shores can still be reached by train, subway, and bus.
Electric Scooters Good for the Planet? Only If They Replace Car Trips
COMMENTARY | With tweaks to city policies and company practices, there are opportunities to make scooters a greener option.
For Pedestrian and Biking Projects, Some Progress in Latest Highway Bill
But despite a hike in funding, advocates say the numbers are still paltry compared to the amount allocated for roads, bridges and highways.
Improving Transit Through Lyft and Uber? More Agencies Are Paying for Ride-Hailing Rides
Experts and transit leaders say that there could be real benefits to working with ride-hailing companies. But data is needed to assess how successful these programs really are.
How One City Handles Complaints About Its Transit System
San Francisco’s BART System doesn’t just tweet back at people complaining on social media, but also tries to tap into the information to help guide maintenance, cleanup, and repair in real time.
The Uber-Transit Convergence Arrives in Denver
The ride-hailing giant once called public transportation a threat to its growth. But in one city, it’s joining forces.
Could Hawaii Be Paradise For Hydrogen-Powered Public Transit?
Hawaii has been overhauling its transportation systems, and hydrogen-powered public transit may be next.
Scooters Did Take Over Last Year
A new report shows use of electric scooters surged past docked bike share.
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