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NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
21 hours ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
fromSFGATE
5 hours ago

The housing trend reinventing the California suburbs

Megan Keithly's experience reflects a growing trend where new homeowners prioritize living near working farms, engaging in activities like making homemade diaper cream from local ingredients.
Agriculture
#california
California
fromLos Angeles Times
21 hours ago

California marks biggest state park expansion in decades with 3 new parks

California plans to establish three new state parks in the Central Valley, expanding its park system to 283 parks, the largest expansion in decades.
Environment
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
10 hours ago

CA to open 3 new state parks and expand others, including in Bay Area: Here's where

California is expanding its state parks system significantly, adding new parks and increasing existing park sizes.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California judge rebukes Trump-backed plan that bypasses state authority in oil pipeline restart

A California judge ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to restart oil pipelines, affirming state regulations over federal orders.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
21 hours ago

California marks biggest state park expansion in decades with 3 new parks

California plans to establish three new state parks in the Central Valley, expanding its park system to 283 parks, the largest expansion in decades.
Environment
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
10 hours ago

CA to open 3 new state parks and expand others, including in Bay Area: Here's where

California is expanding its state parks system significantly, adding new parks and increasing existing park sizes.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California judge rebukes Trump-backed plan that bypasses state authority in oil pipeline restart

A California judge ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to restart oil pipelines, affirming state regulations over federal orders.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
Mission District
fromsf.streetsblog.org
18 hours ago

Advocates Celebrate Milestone in Signature Gathering for Transit Funding Measures - Streetsblog San Francisco

Transit advocates have gathered over 46,300 signatures for funding measures, but still need more to qualify for the November ballot.
fromThesanjoseblog
44 minutes ago

Arena Green Park Receives Major Makeover Next to SAP Center

The city directed $1.1 million into the project while the San Jose Sharks contributed $200,000 to help activate this key green space and strengthen connections across downtown neighborhoods.
San Jose Sharks
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
13 hours ago

Two Little Too Late: Mamdani Shifts Private Carting Reforms Toward Safety for Last Two Contracts - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will prioritize safety and mileage in awarding commercial waste zone contracts, shifting focus from price to safety records.
#san-jose
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
19 hours ago

Fed grant to cut San Jose's homeless housing costs - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose aims to offset homeless shelter costs through Medi-Cal reimbursements with a new federal grant for compliance assistance.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
19 hours ago

Fed grant to cut San Jose's homeless housing costs - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose aims to offset homeless shelter costs through Medi-Cal reimbursements with a new federal grant for compliance assistance.
fromMission Local
4 hours ago

Has San Francisco made West SoMa into a crime containment zone?

Molina's job is to keep sidewalks clear of people sitting or lying down on the pavement. If he sees people using drugs in the open, he tells them to move along.
SOMA, SF
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Water Line Rupture Leads to Flooding Inside Treasure Island Tunnel on Bay Bridge

A water main break caused flooding and temporary lane closures on the eastbound Bay Bridge inside the Treasure Island Tunnel.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
21 hours ago

Op-ed: Say no to commercial advertising on San Jose's downtown sidewalks - San Jose Spotlight

Wayfinding signs in San Jose are criticized for duplicating smartphone information and failing to generate significant revenue despite city support.
SF food
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
7 hours ago

From Mocktail to Mission: Drinking to a Greener San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

April is Earth Month, highlighting businesses like Mission Rock Resort that prioritize sustainability year-round and are certified by the San Francisco Green Business Program.
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

How California's Kids Are Taking On Big Oil

At his home in Pasadena, high schooler Atticus Jackson frantically shoved his belongings into his car as the sky turned a deep orange. A few hundred feet away, the fire climbed up the mountain and a cloud of red and gray smoke obscured the view.
Fundraising
Education
fromABC7 San Francisco
12 hours ago

San Francisco school cleans up for Earth Day with inspiration from Pixar film 'Hoppers'

Disney collaborates with Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots to engage children in environmental conservation through a school cleanup inspired by the film 'Hoppers'.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Riderless scooter in roadway causes multicar collision on 110 Freeway in Los Angeles

The unexpected object in the middle of the highway just after midnight caused a 'multi-vehicle collision' on the northbound lanes of the 110 Freeway near Adams Boulevard.
Los Angeles
Boston
fromBoston.com
21 hours ago

Modular house falls off truck during I-495 crash

A modular home fell onto Interstate 495 during a three-vehicle crash, causing significant delays but no injuries.
#san-francisco
Higher education
from48 hills
1 day ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Body Found Near SF On-Ramp Shortly After Weekend Construction on I-80

A deceased person was found near a SoMa freeway onramp, likely due to a drug overdose, shortly after construction work was completed.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Custom-made rubbish bins have finally been installed in San Francisco after a lengthy selection and design process that began in 2018.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Caltrans to fully close 'last SF exit' on 80 this weekend

The last San Francisco exit before the Bay Bridge is closing for weekend maintenance, affecting eastbound I-80 access to SoMa.
Higher education
from48 hills
1 day ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Body Found Near SF On-Ramp Shortly After Weekend Construction on I-80

A deceased person was found near a SoMa freeway onramp, likely due to a drug overdose, shortly after construction work was completed.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Custom-made rubbish bins have finally been installed in San Francisco after a lengthy selection and design process that began in 2018.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Caltrans to fully close 'last SF exit' on 80 this weekend

The last San Francisco exit before the Bay Bridge is closing for weekend maintenance, affecting eastbound I-80 access to SoMa.
East Bay food
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Richmond Buzz: Openings, closings, and composting

Richmond Buzz expands with dedicated webpage and highlights local events including Balboa Theater's 100th anniversary and upcoming music shows.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

Bill to Exempt L.A. from Housing Density Near-Transit Bill Heads to the Senate Housing Committee Tomorrow - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1361 aims to exempt L.A. Metro from state density mandates near transit stops, amid local opposition to previous legislation.
#traffic-safety
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

A40 Westway to reopen after month-long closure

The A40 in west London will reopen on Tuesday after major repairs, but weekend closures will continue until July for minor works.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
17 hours ago

Proposed SFMTA Budget Includes Slightly Raised Muni Fares and Parking Fines

SFMTA's budget proposal includes fare increases and funding strategies to address projected deficits and stabilize finances.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Vision I-980: architects and engineers compete to design the future of the highway

Architecture and engineering firms must submit proposals for the Vision I-980 project, focusing on redesigning the I-980 highway.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
6 hours ago

A $40-million project will clean MacArthur Lake. Will it help fix the park?

A $40-million stormwater project at MacArthur Park aims to clean 9 million gallons of water annually and improve the park's appeal.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Wednesday's Headlines: The 'Boulevard of Bus' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdnai administration plans a street safety and bus lane project on Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus speeds.
#los-angeles
fromStreetsblog
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Streets for All: SoCal Could Fund All of Southland's High-Speed Rail with EIFD - Streetsblog California

fromStreetsblog
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Streets for All: SoCal Could Fund All of Southland's High-Speed Rail with EIFD - Streetsblog California

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Monterey Park, California has banned any data centers within its city limits

Monterey Park has permanently banned data center construction, citing public nuisance concerns and community pushback against a proposed facility.
Media industry
fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

60 Minutes Review of High-Speed Rail: A Lukewarm Look at the Project - Streetsblog California

CBS' 60 Minutes segment on high-speed rail in California lacked depth and sensationalism, failing to capture the project's progress and challenges.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
20 hours ago

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Congestion pricing tolls will fund the replacement of older diesel trucks with cleaner vehicles in NYC, improving air quality and reducing emissions.
San Francisco
fromKqed
3 hours ago

In June, San Francisco Will Vote on a $535M Earthquake Bond. Here's What's in It | KQED

San Francisco is not fully prepared for a major earthquake despite ongoing safety improvements.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Exclusive: Mamdani Picks Construction Chief Eager to Speed Up Street Redesigns - Streetsblog New York City

Paul Ochoa aims to expedite New York City's Department of Design and Construction projects to improve transportation infrastructure.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Vigil to Be Held Monday for Pedestrian Killed In SoMa Hit-and-Run

Dannielle Spillman, a 74-year-old trans woman, was fatally struck by a driver in SoMa, prompting a vigil in her honor.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Orange County makes the call, ends freeway call box service

"While the need for safe, reliable roadside assistance hasn't changed, the way people access help has," Transportation Authority spokesperson Eric Carpenter stated. "We're focusing on modern tools like 511 and freeway service patrols to deliver faster service while reducing the need for drivers to leave their vehicles in potentially dangerous conditions."
California
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
2 weeks ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

For Earth Day, the Trump Administration Wants To Expand Highways Across America - Streetsblog USA

Expanding roadway capacity is a misguided approach to reducing traffic congestion, leading to increased pollution and fiscal waste.
Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 days ago

Eyes on the Street: Alameda Improves Access to Cross-Alameda Trail - Streetsblog San Francisco

New ramps in Alameda will enhance access for cyclists and pedestrians between Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and the Wood Street neighborhood.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Explore SF's Wastewater Cleaning Process: Free Tours (May-Oct)

Free tours of the Southeast Wastewater Treatment Plant are available from May to October.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Crash Involving Muni Bus and Car Sends Four to Hospital

A Muni bus collided with a car in the Mission District, injuring four people, including three bus passengers and the car driver.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Waymo Is Not In The 'Vision Zero' Toolbox: Data - Streetsblog New York City

"If we can get more folks off all the roads and their personal vehicles and use the safer service which our stats show, at least in our service in the cities where we operate, we are contributing to less crashes," Anthony Perez, Waymo's northeast policy manager, stated.
Alternative transportation
California
fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Kaiser Has Plans For Big New Hospital at Geary and Divis

The new 14-story Kaiser hospital, which would rise across Geary Boulevard from the existing one, would have an expanded emergency room, 300 private in-patient beds, and about 623,000 total square feet.
Mission District
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

'Best Bikeshare in America': An Unexpected Community Launches Free, All-Electric Micromobility For Residents - Streetsblog USA

Heartland Bikeshare in Omaha offers free unlimited 60-minute rides for residents, promoting biking and challenging other communities to enhance their micromobility initiatives.
Mission District
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

Monterey Corridor Safety Initiative Signals Stronger Future for San Jose Commerce

The Monterey Corridor Business Association launched a safety initiative to enhance visibility and support law enforcement across 1,500 businesses.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Daly City Police Officer Crashes Into Two People on E-Bike In Visitacion Valley

Two e-bike riders were seriously injured in San Francisco when a Daly City police officer's patrol car struck them.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Bay Area deals with detours and delays during I-80 weekend closure in SF

A 55-hour closure of eastbound I-80 in San Francisco is underway for a major repaving project to improve safety and ride quality.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Caltrans and Alameda Officials Celebrate Launch of Nimitz Freeway Widening Project Through Oakland's Chinatown - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Oakland-Alameda Access Project aims to widen freeways, raising concerns about increased traffic and emissions in Chinatown.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

SF SoMa businesses say weekend Caltrans roadwork on I-80 chased customers away: 'Kind of slow'

Eastbound I-80 in San Francisco is closed for repaving, causing detours and reduced business for local shops.
Mission District
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Long-awaited trashcans hit S.F. streets, a Tenderloroadway mural, and more

New initiatives in the Tenderloin include custom trash bins and a mural funded by a beautification grant.
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

DUI Suspect Crashes Into Powell-Market Cable Car Turnaround, Prompting Overnight Closure

A 47-year-old male driver entered the restricted area of the cable car turnaround and caused damage to the turnaround signal and a protective concrete barrier, but no injuries were reported.
San Francisco
East Bay real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

California transit agency land could support 240,000 homes

California transit agencies own 2,875 parcels totaling 7,827 acres that could accommodate nearly 240,000 housing units to address the state's housing shortage.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Caltrans to close 1.6 miles of I-80 in SF. 'It's going to be crazy.'

Caltrans is closing a section of Interstate 80 for 55 hours, urging drivers to use alternate routes due to expected congestion.
#transportation
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Caltrans increases speed limit on dangerous Bay Area highway

"While it's a small adjustment, 5 miles in either direction, we're hoping this is one of the ways to improve safety on this corridor."
California
Boston
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How to Tell the Story of a Highway Teardown - Streetsblog USA

Ian Coss's podcast 'The Big Dig' explores Boston's highway teardown project, and his Highway Teardown tour examines similar infrastructure reimagining efforts across twelve American cities.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
Public health
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

The Week In Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Joe Anthony produces engaging Streetsblog Los Angeles videos that amplify transportation and livability issues, expanding audience reach.
Television
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

The Week in Short Video - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog produces transportation-focused video content across multiple platforms including TikTok, YouTube, and their website, covering topics like transit funding, infrastructure projects, and policy proposals.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

California Must Stop Expanding Highways - Streetsblog San Francisco

California allocates transportation funding to highway expansion projects despite tailpipe pollution causing half of state greenhouse gas emissions, contradicting the need to prioritize sustainable travel alternatives.
California
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

StreetSmart 15: Homes Before Highways - Streetsblog California

Over 800 homes demolished in six years for highway projects in California, revealing how transportation investments reduce housing supply and destabilize communities while remaining overlooked in housing policy debates.
Environment
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

The Week in Short Video - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog offers videos on protests, transit equity, California high‑speed rail progress, and bike‑on‑train tips, with links to TikTok and YouTube channels.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

StreetSmart 14.1 - What to look for from the 2026 Legislature - Streetsblog California

Sacramento legislators are advancing e-bike regulation, transit enforcement expansion, and transit governance reforms, though structural transit changes face delays from pending state reports.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Highway Projects Still Grab Biggest Share as California OK's Nearly $1B in State Transportation Funding - Streetsblog California

California approved $988.7 million in transportation investments prioritizing highways and road safety while including some transit, walking, and bicycling funding.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

UC Berkeley Report Says California Transportation Policy Is Still Built for Cars - and It's Deepening Inequality - Streetsblog California

California's transportation planning prioritizes cars over people's access, worsening inequality, unsafe streets, higher costs, and housing pressures.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

The Week in Short Video - Streetsblog California

AI bus cameras improve transit commutes; Streetsblog shares videos and bike tips; California VMT tax remains unlikely; High-Speed Rail coverage is saturated.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

The embeds below are from TikTok (with one from YouTube because TikTok never approved it for some reason), but if you're not a fan of the platform., here's all the links to find Streetsblog videos: And if you can't get enough Streetsblog videos, Streetsblog NYC has a TikTok Channel and Streetfilms is archived on YouTube. Tuesday Damien made a short, satirical, video to promote his AMA on the StreetSmart podcast. No idea why TikTok sent this one to jail.
San Francisco
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