Mobility

San Diego Hall of Justice, California.

San Diego Supervisors Call for Expanded Free Transit for People Released From Jail

One county supervisor argued that mobility is key to helping people released from custody reenter society and access housing and services.

December 27, 2024 - The San Diego Union-Tribune

Multicolored modern aerial gondolas in Mexico City.

Mexico City Raises Mobility, Public Works Budget Ahead of World Cup

The Mexican capital plans to improve mobility to its major sports venues and invest in public works and infrastructure.

December 27, 2024 - Bloomberg CityLab

Children boarding yellow school bus.

Parents Turn to Ride-Hailing as Schools Pull Bus Transportation

Some districts are cutting back on school buses, leaving some children without reliable transportation to and from school.

December 18, 2024 - Associated Press

Snowy walkway in Chicago in winter flanked by medium-sized trees.

Chicago Allocates $500K to Sidewalk Clearing Pilot

Advocates of the Plow the Sidewalks program were asking for $1 million to start a pilot program in four areas of the city.

December 18, 2024 - Block Club Chicago

Trolley bus in San Francisco, California.

San Francisco Tops ‘Urban Mobility Readiness’ List

An annual analysis of global cities assesses public transit, technology, and sustainability.

December 12, 2024 - Bloomberg CityLab

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Study: Automobile Dependency Reduces Life Satisfaction

Automobile dependency has negative implications for wellbeing. This academic study finds that relying on a car for more than 50 percent of out-of-home travel is associated with significant reductions in life satisfaction.

December 10, 2024 - Science Direct

Chicago sidewalk with brick homes in winter.

Chicago Budget Fails to Include Snow Plowing Program

Disability rights advocates say the “Plow the Sidewalks” program is a necessity for Chicagoans with limited mobility in winter months.

December 8, 2024 - Block Club Chicago

Low close-up of busy city crosswalk in Vienna, Austria.

Planning for True Transportation Affordability: Beyond Common Misconceptions

Transportation affordability is important but often misunderstood, resulting in misguided solutions. New research helps identify ways to provide true affordability for economic freedom, opportunity and happiness.

November 21, 2024 - Todd Litman

Aerial view of traffic in New York City entering Queens Midtown tunnel

Report Highlights Economic Benefits of Reducing Car Dependence

Encouraging Americans to drive less — and supporting cities where it’s possible to do so — could save the country trillions more than just electrifying the transportation sector.

November 5, 2024 - Streetsblog USA

"Vote Here" sandwich board sign with American flag on sidewalk in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Public, Private Transportation Systems Offer Free Election Day Rides

From transit agencies to ride-hailing, bike share, and car rentals, transportation companies are encouraging people to vote by offering free and discounted rides to polling locations.

November 5, 2024 - TechCrunch

Person pusing person sitting in wheelchair down airplane ramp toward airplane at airport.

Delta Announces Wheelchair-Friendly Seating

The airline will soon allow passengers using wheelchairs to remain in their own equipment during flights.

October 31, 2024 - Fast Company

View of Alabama state capitol in Montgomery, Alabama at night.

Proposed Alabama Bill Would Fund Public Transit

The senator who introduced the legislation cited concerns about the state’s low levels of workforce participation, noting that a lack of transportation is one of the main reasons Alabama residents can’t participate in the workforce.

October 23, 2024 - Alabama Daily News

Aerial view of suburban sprawl with large single-family homes near Dallas, Texas.

Zoning for Good

A new book highlights the power of zoning to change communities for the better.

October 15, 2024 - Governing

Close-up of bottom half of three people walking down city sidewalk paved with paving stones.

How “Walking Audits” Can Improve Neighborhood Mobility

A simple walk through your community can reveal infrastructure gaps and highlight where cities can make streets safer for pedestrians.

October 9, 2024 - Strong Towns

Low close-up of tile BOURBON sign in New Orleans street with pedestrian walking in background.

New Orleans Makes Push for Accessibility Improvements Ahead of Super Bowl

Major sporting events like the Olympics and the Super Bowl can serve as catalysts for major changes in transportation infrastructure and accessibility.

October 3, 2024 - Fast Company

Row of light red brick condominium buildings along quiet street with concrete sidewalk in Denver, Colorado.

Denver to Shift Sidewalk Repair Work to City, Funded by Property Owners

The city is shifting from a piecemeal approach to sidewalk repairs that charged property owners with doing the work to a more streamlined, city-led process.

October 2, 2024 - Marketplace

People biking on paved bike trail in Arkansas.

Repositioning Bike and Walking Trails as Essential Infrastructure

Cities and states can access federal transportation funding by including trails in long-range transportation plans.

September 23, 2024 - Go Erie

Traffic on a busy city street.

Report: Americans Are Driving More Than Ever

Average vehicle miles driven rose in almost every major metropolitan area between 2019 and 2024.

September 16, 2024 - Bloomberg CityLab

Street with blurred traffic and office buioldings in background in Tucson, Arizona at dusk.

When ‘Prioritizing All Modes’ Is a Lie

In many cases, it’s impossible to prioritize the safety of pedestrians and other vulnerable road users without sacrificing some speed.

September 16, 2024 - Anna Zivarts

Aerial view of massive freeway interchange with downtown Houston skyline in background.

Houston Bus Lanes Downgraded to HOV Lanes

Metro officials say the new plan for the Iner Katy Project addresses more immediate needs by replacing dedicated bus lanes with HOV lanes.

September 5, 2024 - Houston Chronicle

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