Asheville Train Comeback Picks Up Steam as Cash Crunch Clutters The Tracks
New studies show big economic upside if passenger trains return to Asheville — but a $650M+ price tag and required local matches mean the real test will be who pays. Conference meetings and federal grant windows will shape whether the plan moves from study to shovel.
Court Gives Green Light To Suit In West Side Cyclist Death
An appeals court has allowed a wrongful-death trial over the 2016 death of cyclist Olga Cook at the West St–Chambers St crossing, saying the city may be liable for signal timing.
Hawaii DOT Wants You to Help Fix Street Signs, One ʻOkina at a Time
Hawaiʻi DOT has published a master list of state street names and is asking residents to help add ʻokina and kahakō so signs match proper Hawaiian spelling. Public feedback will guide corrections made during routine repairs.
Sacramento Street Showdown: Voters May Get Say On Half-Cent Tax For Safer Roads And Faster Transit
A citizen initiative filed Feb. 20 would ask Sacramento voters to approve a half‑cent sales tax to fund road repairs, pedestrian safety and expanded transit. Backers must gather signatures to reach the November ballot.












