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Will Technology Save Us From Another Train Crash Like Spain’s?

By Tanya Snyder | Aug 1, 2013 | No Comments

The Spanish train crash in Santiago de Compostela that killed 79 people last week has sparked questions about whether high-speed rail is safe. In fact, it’s among the safest ways to travel, and technology that already exists can make the type of human error that led to tragedy in Spain nearly a non-issue. Future high-speed […]

Got Justice?: Observations on a Food Justice Youth Summit and Food as a Means to Youth and Community Empowerment

By Sahra Sulaiman | Jul 31, 2013 | 6 Comments

When speaking with a major non-profit about their decision to put gardens in South Los Angeles, Garrett Broad says he was struck by their declaration that, after running the data, “it just so happen[ed]” that the highest incidences of heart disease, diabetes, and other health risk factors were found there. Broad, a recent Ph.D. and […]

Art, Food Justice, and Bike Rides Make South L.A. the Place to be this Weekend

By Sahra Sulaiman | Jul 25, 2013 | 3 Comments

One of the really fun things about tracking South L.A. as intimately as I have over the past couple of years is seeing how the area is transforming itself, both as a site of innovation in community organizing and as a destination for arts and fun. This weekend’s events offer a perfect example of what […]

Bonin Opening Transportation Committee to Public Testimony Via Video

By Damien Newton | Jul 24, 2013 | 8 Comments

The Los Angeles City Council is finally moving into the 21st Century. At today’s City Council Transportation Committee, Mike Bonin will accept testimony from speakers through video chat. “People shouldn’t need to take time off work and fight traffic in order to make their voices heard at City Hall,” said Bonin. “Simple video chat technology […]

City Recommends General Contractor for Sixth Street Viaduct Replacement

By Sahra Sulaiman | Jul 23, 2013 | 3 Comments

I’m not sure I’m ready to let the 6th Street Bridge go just yet, but it seems I have little choice. It is in pretty bad shape, according to a planner linked to the project I spoke with last month. Internal chemical reactions have eaten away at the concrete of the 80-year old structure, he […]

Monday Jobs Market

By Streetsblog | Jul 22, 2013 | No Comments

Looking to hire a smart, qualified person for a position in transportation planning, engineering, IT, or advocacy? Post a listing on the Streetsblog Jobs Board and reach our national audience of dedicated readers. Looking for a job? Here are this week’s listings: Equity Initiative Manager, League of American Bicyclists, Washington, DC A new staff position, the Equity […]

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