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California Legislature overrides local zoning to boost transit-oriented development

The bill, among the most controversial housing proposals in recent memory, overcame opposition from local governments, organized labor unions and many legislative Democrats.

Por Ben Christopher • septiembre 12, 2025

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The longer California squabbles over ‘local control,’ the more people it pushes to other states

California’s housing crisis produces untold human misery and environmental degradation. It also proves that control can no longer be local when the consequences are universal.

By Stan Oklobdzija • septiembre 10, 2025

Política

California leaders negotiate major policy changes in secret as legislative session ends

With just days until the legislative session wraps, California’s top Democrats are discussing a series of climate, energy and transit measures in backrooms. Details are so scant that even veteran lobbyists and advocates say they are confused and frustrated.

Por Yue Stella Yu • septiembre 9, 2025

Alojamiento

Breakthrough on California housing could put taller buildings in single-family neighborhoods

A powerful California construction union is no longer fighting a bill that would ease barriers to the construction of tall apartment buildings near train and bus stations.

Por Ben Christopher • septiembre 5, 2025

Comentario

For California high-speed rail to succeed, part of the Central Valley will have to wait

In a new report for the Legislature, the California High-Speed Rail Authority's top executive seems to be betting that a blunt conversation and different funding strategy could convince lawmakers to back a new direction for the project.

Por Yousef Baig • agosto 22, 2025

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Why building more homes near transit will transform lives across California

For decades, California cities have systematically banned apartments and condos, preventing working people from living near jobs and transit systems their taxes fund.

By Monica Rivera • agosto 4, 2025

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Californians should give their government more credit. Many states simply ignore their problems

An Arkansas native who relocated to California worries many citizens are internalizing the culture war disdain for the Golden State, and willing to tear down what makes California exceptional.

By DeAndre Evans • junio 19, 2025

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Bay Area transit systems want more money. But their payrolls soared as ridership declined

As Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislators negotiate a final version of the budget, their differences on transit financing will be a key issue.

Por Daniel Walters • junio 18, 2025

Alojamiento

How gentrification is killing the bus: California’s rising rents are pushing out commuters

Across Los Angeles, rent hikes have led to fewer bus and train riders in an example of how California’s housing crisis is also making its transit crisis harder to solve.

Por Ben Christopher • mayo 29, 2025

Política

California railroads: Unions push to shorten trains, but companies warn of higher costs

Unions are pushing for shorter freight trains to make railways safer, but that could raise the cost of goods and delay passenger rail service. It also may not be legal.

Por Ryan Sabalow • abril 25, 2025