Thoughts on I-94, and Yet Another Idea
The I-94 trench between Minneapolis and St. Paul is rife with possibilities for transformation, from express rail service to a Midtown Greenway extension.
Category: Transit
Let’s (St)roll There — Renaissance Festival by Transit
Getting to the Renaissance Festival doesn’t have to be a hassle anymore! Follow one group as they take transit to Fest.
The Northstar Link Is Actually Pretty Good!
While it may not be as good as the long-wished-for direct train to St. Cloud, the Northstar Link shuttle is a viable stand-in.
The Future of Transit
Several current pilot projects in Minnesota point toward exciting possibilities for public transportation. Let’s take a look!
Let’s (St)roll There — A Visit to Nicollet Island by Bus
Busing to and from Nicollet Island is a challenge. The Hennepin Avenue bridge is made for vehicles passing over the island, and the bus stops are hard to find.
Rethinking I-94: The Case for a Twin Cities S-Bahn
The proposed I-94 rail corridor would not be a sole commuter route, as MnDOT suggested, but the spine of a larger regional system.
Chart of the Day: Where Is the Orange Line Attracting Riders?
Eighteen months after the METRO Orange Line’s opening, Eoin Roux examines what the data tell us about ridership. The upshot: more riders, but fewer of them downtown.
Car-Sharing Offers a Social Method for Sustainability
Ninety-three percent of Minnesota households have at least one car. This St. Paul family has two — but one is a loaner for a small community of car-free friends.
National Links: Better than Belgian Waffles
Transportation news from Brussels to the Bay, deferred maintenance nightmares, and the coastal cities we’ve left.
National Links: A New Way to Budget for the People
How to draw riders back to transit post-pandemic, the economic effects of losing bus service, parking lots eating downtowns and more in this week’s National Links.