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Headlines, October 14 - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Headlines, October 14 - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/14/h...

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA Independent journalism is more important than ever. Won’t you contribute?

This Year's 'Week Without Driving' Proved America Needs More Transportation Choices — Streetsblog USA

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This Year’s ‘Week Without Driving’ Proved America Needs More Transportation Choices - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/14/t...

This micromobility provider helped U.S. residents attempt the 'week without driving' challenge – and revealed where they need more mobility alternatives.

Opinion: Daylighting Corners Would Add Safety While Tackling New York's Placard Elite - Streetsblog New York City

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Opinion: Daylighting Corners Would Add Safety While Tackling New York’s Placard Elite - nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/10/14/d...

If he's elected, Democratic Socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani must confront this city's current socialist aberration: Free parking.

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Ending the Roadless Rule is Bad News for Public Lands - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/14/e...

Ending the Roadless Rule is Bad News for Public Lands — Streetsblog USA

Federal officials want to bring more cars to public lands, causing environmental damage in the process.

Legislative Update : He Signed Everything - Streetsblog California

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Legislative Update : He Signed Everything - cal.streetsblog.org/2025/10/13/l...

With just hours left to sign or veto, Governor Newsom signed all five pieces of legislation we've been waiting on. Full coverage coming tomorrow, but for now you can see the final status of all the le...

Sneak Peek: In Their Book, 'The War on Cars' Hosts Explore Life After the Automobile — Streetsblog USA

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Sneak Peek: In Their Book, ‘The War on Cars’ Hosts Explore Life After the Automobile - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/14/s...

...and why it's so urgent that we work for a better future.

The Week(s) in Short Video - Streetsblog California

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The Week(s) in Short Video - cal.streetsblog.org/2025/10/10/t...

A look at two weeks of videos including a focus on the governor's signature and the launch of Streetsblog L.A. video.

Newsom Signs SB 79, Legislation to Spur Housing Production Near Transit - Streetsblog California

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Newsom Signs SB 79, Legislation to Spur Housing Production Near Transit - cal.streetsblog.org/2025/10/10/n...

Despite fierce opposition, Newsom signs controversial legislation.

Headlines, October 10 - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Headlines, October 10 - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/10/h...

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA Streetsblog San Francisco will not publish on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Monday, October 13.

Legislature and Governor Greenlight Freeway Expansion in Protected Wetlands - Streetsblog California

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Legislature and Governor Greenlight Freeway Expansion in Protected Wetlands - cal.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/l...

As the saying goes: if you need to change the law to build it, maybe it’s the wrong project.

Talking Headways Podcast: Under a Highway in Birmingham Alabama — Streetsblog USA

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Talking Headways Podcast: Under a Highway in Birmingham Alabama - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/t...

Ben Donsky on City Walk BHAM in Birmingham, Alabama, a public space project that connects two sides of the city separated by a highway.

Friday Video: Five Simple Ways To Get Kids Biking To School — Streetsblog USA

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Bike bus anyone? Video: Five Simple Ways To Get Kids Biking To School - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/10/f...

Kids aren't riding bikes like they used to — but that doesn't mean we can't get them back in the saddle.

Call to Action: Urge Gov to Sign Red Light Camera Bill - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Call to Action: Urge Gov to Sign Red Light Camera Bill - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/c...

Flood Newsom’s phone lines with support for the red light camera bill

Eyes on the Street: Update on Alameda's Central Ave Project - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Eyes on the Street: Update on Alameda’s Central Ave Project - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/e...

A tour and progress report

Headlines, October 9 - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Headlines, October 9 - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/h...

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA Independent journalism is more important than ever. Won’t you contribute?

America Has a Golden Opportunity to End the 'Highway Boondoggle' Crisis — Streetsblog USA

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America Has a Golden Opportunity to End the ‘Highway Boondoggle’ Crisis - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/a...

America's wasteful highway spending has gotten out of control — and if President Trump really wants to promote efficient government, he'll urge Congress to stop it.

State DOT’s Highway Habit Ignores Emissions Mandate: Report - Streetsblog New York City

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State DOT’s Highway Habit Ignores Emissions Mandate: Report - nyc.streetsblog.org/2025/10/09/s...

The state's highway-centric transportation agency is still flouting the 2020 state climate law, and is doing little to change course, according to a lawyers' group.

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Newsom Signs Legislation to Streamline Student and Staff Housing at California Community Colleges - cal.streetsblog.org/2025/10/08/n...

Newsom Signs Legislation to Streamline Student and Staff Housing at California Community Colleges - Streetsblog California

While the wait continues on the governor's action on most of the legislation Streetsblog covered this year, here's some news on the housing front.

Streamlining Task Force Wants to Kill S.F.'s Bike Advisory Committee - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Streamlining Task Force Wants to Kill S.F.’s Bike Advisory Committee - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/07/s...

It also recommends increasing the mayor's influence over the SFMTA Board by allowing him to fire directors

Headlines, October 8 - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Headlines, October 8 - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/08/h...

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA Independent journalism is more important than ever. Won’t you contribute?

This Newsroom Is Looking For Its Next Big Tip on the Train — Streetsblog USA

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A new, modern bike parking facility called "De Afstap" has been introduced in Alkmaar, offering 500 spots for cyclists.

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This Newsroom Is Looking For Its Next Big Tip on the Train - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/08/t...

Investigative journalists at ProPublica are betting that the next big tipster is riding the rails right now — and reaching out to find them.

Headlines, October 7 - Streetsblog San Francisco

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Headlines, October 7 - sf.streetsblog.org/2025/10/07/h...

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA Independent journalism is more important than ever. Won’t you contribute?

The Shocking Untold History of America's Rails-to-Trails Movement — Streetsblog USA

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The Shocking Untold History of America’s Rails-to-Trails Movement - usa.streetsblog.org/2025/10/07/t...

Some of the fiercest battles for the future of public space in America have happened on abandoned railway corridors — and the battles aren't over yet.