California

Close-up of black electric bike with person resting one foot on ground and holding blue helmet.

California E-Bike Rebate Program Launches — Again

After a series of fits and starts, CARB says the program will begin accepting applications this month.

December 5, 2024 - Streetsblog California

Broken, uneven sidewalk being damaged by large tree roots in Los Angeles, California.

The City of Broken Sidewalks

Can Los Angeles fix 4,000 miles of broken sidewalks before the city hosts the 2028 Olympic Games?

December 5, 2024 - Donald Shoup

CLose-up on black and white 25 mph speed limit sign.

Santa Monica Lowers Speed Limits

Posted speed limits will be reduced by 5 miles per hour on dozens of the city’s streets.

December 4, 2024 - Streetsblog California

View down San Francisco street with colorful residential buildings and high-rise downtown buildings in distance.

New Map Puts Bay Area Traffic Data in One Place

The Traffic Monitoring site uses community-collected speed and volume data to reveal traffic patterns on local roads.

December 4, 2024 - Streetsblog San Francisco

Close-up of laptop with real estate listings shown on map.

Cities and States Taking Action to Limit Rent-Setting AI

Federal prosecutors are charging a software company with using algorithms to artificially inflate rents.

December 2, 2024 - CALmatters

San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit train at elevated station with hills and palm tree in background.

BART to Raise Fares in January

The transit agency says it needs more state and federal support to meet its operating costs and avoid a growing budget gap.

December 2, 2024 - The San Francisco Chronicle

Car parked at EV charging station in parking lot in Carlsbad, California.

California Governor Vows to Protect EV Credits

If the federal government eliminates the tax credit for electric vehicles, the governor will need legislative support to restart a state-level incentive program.

December 1, 2024 - The Hill

View down San Francisco street downhill with cars parked on both sides.

How Well Will San Francisco’s Daylighting Program Work?

Unlike other efforts to prevent cars from parking near intersections to improve visibility and road safety, San Francisco has no plans to install physical infrastructure to keep vehicles out of danger zones.

November 29, 2024 - Streetsblog San Francisco

Bird'es eye view of Los Angeles intersection.

USDOT Awards $6M to SoCal Pedestrian Safety Efforts

The grant will support pedestrian infrastructure in Los Angeles and the broader region ahead of events including the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics.

November 27, 2024 - Transportation Today News

Bird's eye schematic of Puente Hills Landfill Park redevelopment project.

Trash to Treasure: New Park Set to Redefine Open Space in the San Gabriel Valley

Puente Hills Landfill Park, opening in 2027, will transform a former landfill into a regional park with trails, scenic vistas, and various amenities, addressing environmental justice and providing much-needed green space for the San Gabriel Valley.

November 25, 2024 - Streetsblog LA

The Light of Many Suns mural at Jackie Robinson Park in Sun Village, Los Angeles County, California.

Honoring Heritage: Stunning Mosaic Unveiled in Sun Village

The new artwork celebrates African American heritage, resilience, and the efforts of The Civic Women’s Club in shaping the high desert community in the Antelope Valley.

November 25, 2024 - The Los Angeles Post

View looking up through large tree with blue sunny sky in background.

Improving South Los Angeles Through Strategic Tree Planting

The University of Southern California Urban Trees Initiative is planting 250 trees in South L.A. neighborhoods to improve shade, combat climate change, and enhance community well-being through collaboration and data-driven approaches.

November 25, 2024 - USC Today

Two red and white electric trains, part of Caltrain fleet in San Francisco, California.

Caltrain Ridership Up 54 Percent Over October 2023

The system made the switch to faster, more modern all-electric trains in September.

November 21, 2024 - Mass Transit

Rendering of truck and cars driving on green electric vehicle charging roadway lane.

UCLA Will Build California’s First EV Charging Roadway

The ¾-mile segment will allow electric shuttles and buses to charge while driving.

November 21, 2024 - KTLA

Large ocean wave cresting.

First US ‘On-Shore’ Wave Energy Project Planned for Port of Los Angeles

The technology uses the motion of waves to create energy.

November 21, 2024 - New Atlas

Muni bus with bike on front bike rack on San Francisco street

San Francisco Transit Faces ‘Devastating’ Cuts

SF Muni is the latest transit agency to sound the alarm on its funding woes, announcing a slate of massive proposed service cuts it will have to make without new revenue sources.

November 20, 2024 - KQED

Close-up of "LOOK" sign on sidewalk with one pedestrian walking away.

Report: San Diego’s Lack of Progress on Vision Zero Mirrors Nationwide Trend

The city’s efforts to improve road safety have been outweighed by other factors such as larger vehicle sizes.

November 19, 2024 - KPBS

Freeway in San Mateo, California with overpass.

San Mateo County Launches AV Strategic Plan

The county is the first in California to develop a plan establishing “a shared vision” for autonomous vehicle deployment.

November 18, 2024 - The Almanac

Playground and picnic benches in city park in San Francisco Bay Area.

Ensuring the Long-Term Care of Parks for Equity and Sustainability

Securing the care and maintenance of parks in the long-term requires sustained funding, equitable resource allocation, and political leadership and will.

November 17, 2024 - National Recreation and Park Association Open Space Blog

White BART public transit train at Coliseum station in Oakland, California.

San Francisco’s BART Awarded $545 Loan for Upgraded Rail Cars

The agency plans to modernize its fleet with more efficient rail cars equipped with new safety features.

November 13, 2024 - Golden Gate Media

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