Overthinking I-94: Alternative (Un)Safety Analysis (Part 2 of 4)
MnDOT assigned safety scores based on small differences that are unlikely to be substantial compared to uncertainty in the prediction model. Read »
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Overthinking I-94 (Part 1/4) : Parsing the Scoping Decision Document
MNDOT's Rethinking I-94 alternative selection process looks objective, but how well does that hold up? Read »
I Am Exactly the Person Who Needs I-94
I drive I-94 to Stillwater every day because it's rational. Here's why that makes me the best argument for tearing it out. Read »
National Links: Chrono-Urbanism
Lack of vision-accessible transportation infrastructure, US rail lines not keeping up, articulated buses, and urban housing politics. Read »
Duluth-to-Minneapolis Electric Train Doesn’t Have to be a Dream
"More than 100 years ago, this dream died. ... (That) does not mean (it) has to be gone forever." Read »
Bloomington’s New Municipal Buildings
Bloomington has some exciting updates coming, from new fire stations to a new community center. Read about how it happened, and why. Read »
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20 Reasons Americans are Rediscovering Walking
Following Surgeon General’s prescription, Americans have rediscovered that a simple stroll is good for health, happiness and social harmony. Walking is not just a good idea, it’s a growing movement that can boost our health, happiness, economy and sense of social harmony. This article outlines 20 signs that walking is picking up speed across America—a […] Read »
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Newsletter: LRT guide, Amtrak to Chicago, and walkability at a recent protest
In this issue of the newsletter: a local guide to LRT, transit & walkability at a protest, Midtown Greenway at 25 on the podcast, plus the latest events! Read »