The Los Angeles Times
Housing Battle Brewing
SCAG asks state department to reduce housing estimates for Southern California, but state stands firm, setting the stage for a battle.
The New LA Charter: Are You Ready?
Among the changes: 15 neighborhood councils, five regional planning commissions. Is this "placebo government?"
Silicon Valley? Technology Needs Space
Joel Kotkin suggests that Silicon Valley's real estate is causing it's demise. Instead, technology is looking toward Dallas, Washington DC, and Southern California.
No Open Access To Cable Lines
Court rules that local cities cannot mandate open access to cable lines.
Develop Alternative Energy -- Oil is Running Out
Editorial argues that end of cheap oil upon which Southern California's industry is based is running out, and the region faces dramatic impacts.
LAX Fees for Orange County?
Orange County voters approved Measure F, which makes airport expansion unlikely; LA Airport Commissioner suggests that Orange County pay for use of LAX.
Water and Oil Mix in Santa Monica
Gas leaks contaminate Santa Monica's drinking water supply resulting in a law suit between the City of Santa Monica and 7 oil companies.
LA Times Series on Red Line
Although often critical of the MTA, the LA Times has published a whole series of generally positive reviews, including Flash animations of Red Line expansion.
Alameda Corridor: Progress at What Cost?
Some businesses along 20-mile Alameda Corridor project are complaining about construction impacts. Officials say project is on-schedule.
MacArthur Grant For Environmental Planner
Lucy Blake, director of the Sierra Business Council, wins MacArthur Foundation "Genius" Grant.
LA's $4.7-Billion Red Line: Planning and Politics
The LA Times prepares a fascinating case study about what happens when transportation planning goes up against politics.
Building Bans Win More Fans
The federal government's power to enact temporary building bans is upheld after being challenged by Lake Tahoe landowners.
Electric Vehicles Get a Boost
Electric and natural gas vehicles allowed to use in California's carpool lanes.
Use Budget Surplus to Develop Housing
Housing professionals present a strong economic argument for a reliable and affordable housing stock for all residents.
Newhall Left Out to Dry?
Decision to halt massive Newhall Ranch project due to water shortage represents a crucial policy shift.
San Diego's Infrastructure Planning -- What Went Wrong?
While San Diego's planning successes are the envy of many, big infrastructure projects face major problems.
Convention Center Expansion as Revitilization Tool
San Diego expansion will be complete in 2001, and is generating new investment in downtown.
Leave Urban Planning for Professionals?
LA Times Op-Ed by two attorneys argue that citizens should let professional urban planners plan.
Kennedy Dicusses Hudson's Lessons for LA River
Attorney for the NRDC shares his perspective on LA and Hudson Rivers and the role of environmental litigation in protecting the environment.
Competing High Speed Rail Projects
Local LA-region maglev proposal is capturing interest at the expense of $25-billion Sacramento to San Diego line.
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