The Oakland Tribune
Land Use Planning And Climate Change May Be Linked In Lawsuits
While Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has received fame for making global warming a priority, he has studiously avoided the land use connection. Not so for California's attorney general, who is tackling the issue head on, even warning of litigation.
Vendors Upset Over Dust From BRT
Street vendors in Berkeley are voicing complaints that a new rapid bus line is passing by too quickly, stirring up dust along the sidewalk that covers them and their merchandise.
Californians Bucking National Trend By Guzzling Less Gas
While American drivers are burning record amounts of gas to feed their motoring habits, a weird thing is happening in the freeway state – Californians continue to consume less gasoline. Sustained high gas prices may play a role by changing behavior.
A Comprehensive Affordable Housing Strategy Is More Than Just Inclusionary Zoning
Participating on Oakland’s Inclusionary Housing Blue Ribbon Commission, a home builder points to the futility of inclusionary zoning and lists effective alternatives that should be included in a comprehensive approach to building affordable housing.
New Clean Diesel Fuel Debuts
In the most important fuel improvement since lead was removed from gasoline a generation ago, 97% of the sulfur from diesel fuel will be removed, dramatically reducing particulate emissions, resulting in improvements to health and longevity.
A Planning Commission Embraces Height And Density
Oakland's Planning Commission is delighted to approve two residential highrises as the city continues enjoying its downtown revival under Mayor Jerry Brown.
California's Infrastructure On The Edge Of Collapse
Major investments in transportation infrastructure are required to keep California moving. Many companies are leaving California due to congestion delays and cargo backups at the ports.
The Suicide Bridge Movie
A filmaker ends up with footage of 19 deaths by people jumping off what is regarded as the world's No. 1 suicide landmark.
CA Transportation Systsem 'On Verge Of Collapse'
California's transportation program is in crisis and on the verge of collapse", according to the California Transportation Commission's annual report.
Revitalization and Gentrification in Oakland
A largely African-American neighborhood in Oakland, CA, is attracting businesses and commercial property values have increased.
San Francisco's Transportation 2030
The Bay Area's Metropolitan Transportation Commission releases its 25-year plan for the region's transportation network.
When Does A Liquor Store Become A Nuisance?
Neighborhood residents find that closing an unruly local liquor store -- is a lesson in planning gone awry.
Top U.S. Transit System Named
In an apparent surprise to riders, the American Public Transit Association names northern California's Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) the top transit system in America.
Caltrans Mystery Tour Of Caldecott Tunnel
The California Department of Transportation offers tours of a working transit tunnel filled with history and surprises.
Behind the local Indian buffet lies a whole community
In Emeryville, California, a burgeoning community of Indian immigrants is revitalizing everything from schools to love.
So Much For Trying To Ban Big Box Retailers
Alameda County, California, might have spoken too soon in passing a big box ban.
High School Teams Study Urban Planning
Fifteen hours ago, they thought a footprint came from a tennis shoe and now they are talking about density...
Biodiesel: The New Fuel
Vegetable oil-powered vehicles would cost the city more but produce less pollution.
Getting Green Out Of Brownfields
California's Bay Area has been successful in returning brownfields to productive use.
Smart Growth Blooms Amid Sprawl
New Urbanist project in Santa Clara fills gap in Bay Area development scene.
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