Damien Newton
Legislative Update: On to the Governor’s Desk
Every piece of legislation Streetsblog was watching that was still alive two weeks ago passed both houses and is on its way to the governor's desk. But, two trailer bills introduced at the last session stole the headlines in the legislature's final days.
September 1, 2026
Shocked by Newsom’s Cuts to Transit? Don’t Be.
When the going got tough, Newsom looked to cut transportation money that would have reduced car dependency for the last half-decade.
August 31, 2026
Two Key Pieces of Bike Legislation Pass Legislature As Session Nears Conclusion
SB 1167 and AB 2168 move to the Governor's desk as the 2026 legislative session enters its last hours.
August 28, 2026
The Week in Short Videos
Highways are a bad investment, LA falling behind on court-mandated sidewalk repair, nationwide confusion on e-bikes, and early Christmas for SF Muni.
August 28, 2026
State of the Ride: SDSU and Bike SD Report on the State of Bicycling in San Diego
San Diego has built hundreds of miles of bike infrastructure. But a new report finds that mileage alone doesn't make a bike network safe, connected or useful for everyday riders.
August 25, 2026
Legislative Update: Take Action
Last week, Streetsblog told you what was moving. This week, we're helping you take action.
August 25, 2026
The Week in Short Videos
LA is repaving the wrong streets, heavy cars are deadly, welcome to Streetsblog San Diego, and more on the craziness of Muni's ban of bikes on trains.
August 21, 2026
Go Slow, Say Hello: Bike the Bay Returns to San Diego for Its 19th Ride
This year there’s three routes for riders of all skill levels.
August 21, 2026
It’s Trump Versus California, Again, Over State’s Rights to Protect Coast
The Trump Administration keeps finding new ways to make Californians' lives worse. Today it's looking for new ways to pollute the coastline.
August 11, 2026
