Experience The Most Dangerous Sidewalk That I’ve Ever Walked On
An on-the-ground exposé of West 1st Street highlights crumbling sidewalks, accessibility issues and the need for improved pedestrian infrastructure.
Author: James Buchanan
Artsy Draw for North Shore Scenic Railroad Could Boost Tourism
Adding sculptures along the railroad’s route would highlight stories from the North Shore’s past while boosting the local tourism economy.
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.”
Train Tunnels Under the St. Louis River
Adding a tunnel under the St. Louis River would provide better connectivity between the Twin Ports for pedestrians, cyclists and Northern Lights Express users.
Talks of NLX Need Verifiable Facts, not Conjecture
From the Twin Cities to the Twin Ports, public support for NLX should center on verifiable facts around cost, congestion and climate.
NLX Would Benefit Even Minnesotans Who Refuse to Ride
Though facing funding threats, the Northern Lights Express can benefit more than just riders, delivering investment, reduced congestion and expanded mobility.
NLX Can Deliver the Freedom That Car Infrastructure Promises
The Northern Lights Express rail line is the kind of long-term public transportation investment that Minnesotans need and deserve.
Security Presence, Economy Fares Will Enhance Statewide Rail
The upcoming Northern Lights Express from Minneapolis to Duluth should embrace rail’s strongest aspects, from reliability, to security, to unique branding.
Ain’t Too Proud to Beg? Views on Pedestrian Call Buttons
Some urbanism advocates describe call buttons as “beg buttons,” as humiliating or shameful to pedestrians. Turns out, not everybody feels that way.
Pedestrians: Speak Up About the Street Design You Need!
The pedestrian crosswalk button near Denfeld High School in Duluth is inaccessible for some people all of the time, and all people some of the time.