Railroad Roots, Highway Hex: How Atlanta Got Cursed With Gridlock
A century of rail‑era streets and midcentury highway planning left Atlanta with a chokepoint at the Downtown Connector, costing commuters roughly 87 hours each. The jam traces to railway maps, a 1940s freeway blueprint and postwar sprawl.
Waymo Ghosts Uber in Phoenix as Ride-Hail Giant Courts New Robotaxi Flame
Waymo robotaxis are gone from the Uber app in Phoenix after a limited pilot was wound down; Uber says it will name a new autonomous partner for the Valley. Local riders and regulators have been watching Waymo’s recent software updates closely.
Atlanta Rail Titan Norfolk Southern Hit With AI Train-Spy Lawsuit
Duos Technologies sued Norfolk Southern, alleging the railroad copied its AI‑powered train‑inspection portals and continued using them after written notices. The complaint seeks damages, disgorgement and injunctions.
Sandy Springs Speed Cams Survive State Shakeup, Keep Ticketing Near Schools Through 2027
Sandy Springs extended its RedSpeed contract to keep school‑zone cameras running through June 2027, trimming processing fees and aligning the program with new state rules. City leaders say the changes are meant to boost transparency while preserving safety enforcement.












