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Public transit connects communities, reduces pollution, and provides affordable mobility. Explore how Chicago, Seattle, and San Francisco show transit’s essential role. youtube.com/watch?v=DLfGOc…

The Bay Area Rapid Transit system is at a turning point. Facing a $400M deficit and falling ridership, service cuts and closures are being considered, raising fears of a “death spiral.” Now the question is whether voters will step in to keep it running. californiacitynews.org/2026/03/life-w…

Come celebrate community visionaries at the intersection of housing and transportation. transformca.org/all-aboard/

Caltrain planned to restrict certain bikes to free up space, but is pausing enforcement after pushback from cycling advocates and community groups. #PublicTransit #BikeFriendly #UrbanMobility youtube.com/watch?v=G4fZPy…

London, San Francisco, Beijing, and 16 other cities have cut air pollution by 20–45% since 2010 using electric vehicles, cycle lanes, and clean air policies. Bold action works. theguardian.com/environment/20…

California transit agencies could build 240,000 homes on land they own, with nearly half falling under the new transit-oriented density law. A major opportunity for housing near transit hubs. planetizen.com/news/2026/03/1…

Transit isn’t just for big cities like New York City or Chicago. Suburbs need it too. With rising costs and ~$13K/year car ownership, reliable transit improves affordability and access. Communities are investing. Transit is essential everywhere. t4america.org/2026/03/12/yes…

Sen. Mike Lee’s highway spending cap could cut federal transit funding by 66%, threatening systems nationwide. Experts say reforms must protect transit while curbing highway overspending. usa.streetsblog.org/2026/03/17/sen…

San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties negotiated funding from Connect Bay Area to improve local transit. SamTrans and VTA are seeking input on the $50M plan by April 30. greencaltrain.com/2026/03/samtra…

Congress is addressing the housing crisis with the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, supporting modular homes, streamlining programs, and complementing California’s laws to help reach 2.5M homes by 2030. kqed.org/news/12073585/…

Transit Employee Appreciation Day (March 18) meets Women’s History Month. Celebrate the women of Muni in this SFMTA episode, featuring voices across transit and Maya Angelou’s early days as a streetcar conductor. sfmta.com/taken-transpor…

Show some Love to Transit Employees ❤️

BART is hosting a free sensory event at 19th Street/Oakland Station, designed for the low-vision and blind community. Attendees can explore an out-of-service train and practice safety skills to navigate the system with confidence. eventbrite.com/e/free-bart-or…

San Jose’s downtown redevelopment hits a pause as Google’s 80-acre project stalls. Once envisioned as a vibrant mixed-use hub, much of the site now sits vacant. Limited city leverage and partial leasing to local businesses leave the area in limbo. planetizen.com/news/2026/03/1…

The Richmond–San Rafael Bridge bike/ped path is under review. UC Berkeley, Caltrans & BATA will study safety, travel, and equity before long-term changes. hoodline.com/2026/03/bridge…

Cargo bikes are transforming urban mobility. From cutting costs and carbon footprints to carrying kids and saving time, they offer a practical, sustainable, and fun alternative to cars in congested cities. momentummag.com/the-top-reason…

Oak Street bike lanes were removed for the Oakland Alameda Access Project (OAAP), forcing bicyclists to share lanes with fast-moving traffic on a key route connecting Jack London Square, Lake Merritt BART, and the ferry terminal. sf.streetsblog.org/2026/03/10/cal…

Traffic is already a challenge across the Bay Area, but cutting public transit would only make it worse. As agencies face major budget deficits, initiatives like Connect Bay Area aim to stabilize and expand transit service to keep communities connected. losgatan.com/op-ed-immense-…

This week on Talking Headways, Jeremy Wells discusses his book Managing the Magic of Old Places and explores how historic places shape emotions, preservation practices, and cultural approaches to architecture. usa.streetsblog.org/2026/03/12/tal…

A report by Patrick Kennedy finds that removing freeways within three miles of downtown Oakland could unlock up to $23.9B in new development. One corridor under review is Interstate 980, which has long divided West Oakland from downtown. oaklandside.org/2026/03/12/oak…