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Long Beach Leads in Traffic Circles
Traffic circles aren't quite ubiquitous in Long Beach, but they're around. Riding and walking through the city one encounters circles in neighborhoods rich and poor, new and old.
July 12, 2024
Covina Skatepark is Now Open
The park’s mellow design is perfect for younger and older skaters, and it’s located just over a mile from the town’s renowned skate shop, Pawnshop Skate Co.
July 9, 2024
Eyes on the Street: Pasadena’s New Roundabouts
A sightly new pair of traffic circles have been making the rounds in the Crown City, and transportation activists are pleased
July 2, 2024
Eyes on the Bike Lanes: Progress on Hollywood, Foothill, and Torrance Boulevards
Hollywood Boulevard bike lanes are partially open. Foothill Boulevard improvements show how Measure HLA can work. Redondo Beach improves Torrance Boulevard.
July 1, 2024
SGV Connect 126: Melissa Mora Hidalgo and Jonah Kanner
Chris interviews Melissa Mora Hidalgo and Damien interviews Jonah Kanner
June 27, 2024
Eyes on the Street: Reseda Boulevard Complete Streets Project Completed
Reseda Boulevard now features the longest continuous protected bike lanes in Southern California: 3.9 miles long
June 26, 2024
Eyes on the Path: Construction Progress on Pacoima Wash Walk/Bike Path
New fencing, asphalt path and bike/walk bridge all appear done - the facility is expected to open this fall
June 20, 2024
SGV Connect 125: A Sweatshop Documentary Comic Strip
“It was a very common thing to have it in the house… It’s not supposed to be talked about in public that you’re doing this work because it makes you a target for the city and the state.”
June 14, 2024
Eyes on the Street: Burbank Front Street Bikeway Under Construction
The city of Burbank is currently upgrading a mile of bike lanes on Front Street, improving bike access to the Downtown Burbank Metrolink Station
June 13, 2024
Cities Block Off Streets for Rich Neighborhoods, Not for Bike/Walk Safety – Part 2
Cities know street closures work to divert and calm car traffic, they shouldn't be shy about using diverters/closures for prioritizing the safety and convenience of people getting around on foot and on bike
June 11, 2024