Podcasts about Light rail

This week… A new poll says Governor Bob Ferguson is pretty unpopular right now. Sound Transit has gone to the dogs. Furry friends will soon be allowed on Light Rail. And Lake Union is being swarmed by paddleboarders looking to… rave? Transportation expert Alex Hudson and Stranger Reporter Nathalie Graham are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Washington State Republican is warning of wealth flight from our state due to the ridiculous tax burden. A shooting at Northgate light rail station highlights the need for more transit security. Washington is suing the Trump Administration (again) over the defunding of Planned Parenthood. // Big Local: Snohomish County is opening a new mobile addiction treatment center. The Juanita High School theater manager that was detained by ICE has been released. The mother of a child that was pulled into the water at Bremerton Marina is suing the Port of Bremerton. // You Pick the Topic: A man went to great lengths to get his fiance to agree to get engaged to him.

Bellevue, Washington – Seattle's neighbor to the East - is having a bit of an identity crisis. For decades it’s been the younger sibling... trying to get out from under Seattle’s shadow. But now, Bellevue is preparing for a major change. Workers are putting finishing touches on the long-awaited link across Lake Washington. When it’s finished next year, two of the largest cities in our region will be connected by light rail for the first time. Bellevue’s older sibling, Seattle, has been in the limelight for a long time. Is it Bellevue’s time to shine? Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/boomingnotes. Booming is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Carol Smith. Our producers are Lucy Soucek and Alec Cowan. Our hosts are Joshua McNichols and Monica Nickelsburg.Support the show: https://kuow.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Miller compares Clark County's light rail ambitions to California's high-speed rail debacle, calling it a “debt bomb” and urging residents to resist local expansion. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-light-rail-is-a-debt-bomb-that-just-keeps-going-off/ #Opinion #ClarkCountyTransit #LightRail #DebtCrisis #CamasVoice #AnnaMiller #CTRAN #Boondoggle #CaliforniaRail #PublicSpending

Could Fresno get a light rail? Please Subscribe + Rate & Review Philip Teresi on KMJ wherever you listen! --- KMJ’s Philip Teresi is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen. --- Philip Teresi, Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram --- Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Fresno get a light rail? Please Subscribe + Rate & Review Philip Teresi on KMJ wherever you listen! --- KMJ’s Philip Teresi is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen. --- Philip Teresi, Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram --- Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Camas C-TRAN board member Tim Hein says he was misled into supporting language that may obligate Clark County to pay TriMet's light rail costs. He's now calling for the board to undo the vote. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-board-member-regrets-vote-that-could-leave-clark-county-taxpayers-on-the-hook-for-light-rail/ #CTRAN #TimHein #ClarkCounty #LightRail #TriMet #TaxpayerMoney #IBR #TransitFunding #JohnLey #PublicTransit

Lizards living near the Macraes gold mine in Central Otago run the very real risk of becoming lizard skin boots on the feet of Resources Minister Shane Jones. The self-described Matua is on the warpath because hundreds of workers are at risk of being laid off after a decision by the Department of Conservation to reject an application by the country's largest gold mine owner. Macraes Goldman in the Central Otago region, which is owned by the Canadian company OceanaGold, recently applied for a permit under the Wildlife Act to clear grass and vegetation on its current site in order to expand its operation. Last month, the Department of Conservation declined it, citing insufficient information about how the company would manage the relocation of lizards. Shane Jones is beside himself and while talking with Heather du Plessis Allan this morning on the Mike Hosking Breakfast, he labelled the decision makers in DOC a bunch of quislings. “These lizards are as common as acne on a teenager. That's the first thing. Secondly, they are scattered throughout the entirety of Otago. Every time a farmer does something on his or her land, they don't need a special wildlife permit. This piece of legislation is actually older than my good self, but the most important thing is, does the public want jobs in Otago? Does the public want $700 million worth of export revenue? I do. And I'm of the view that the decision makers in this case have just taken the public for a ride.” Well, he's promised he's going to do something about it and he's taking it to cabinet, and he'll override the DOC decision. Quisling, by the way, as a colloquial term for traito Vidkun Quisling was the Norwegian Minister of Defence who collaborated with the Nazis in the Second World War. This is not the first time man has collided with environment. Remember the powelliphanta augusta snail in Westport? Solid Energy wanted to mine the snail's habitat, and there was a real hue and cry over that. Aren't we lucky that we are a country where people will take to the streets for the protection of snails? The snails were moved to different areas. Some were taken under the protective wing of DOC, and if you were a powelliphanta augustus snail you really did have a better chance in the wild because an oopsie at DOC saw the snails frozen one fateful Labour weekend. They were being stored in a refrigerator to be put into a habitat that suited them. After a few ups and downs, it appears the snails have survived the disruption. Twenty years after they were moved, the population has grown to 1884 with an additional 2195 unhatched eggs, and the species had been observed on camera laying eggs for the first time. It was tough but they adapted and good for them. The Northern Expressway. Along with building the highway, NX2 —the coalition of companies that was charged with building the expressway— were also charged with building fishways. So inanga, or native white bait, could swim around the culverts and weirs that were required with the expressway. We've heard from your everyday builders and developers who have to count skinks and lizards before they can move earth on a project. In some cases they have to relocate the skinks and lizards. Sometimes they count the skinks and lizards, and the friendly neighbourhood cat reduces their number overnight by one or two. Then there's the taniwha, who've popped up during the construction of the Waikato Expressway and the Light Rail project. Shane Jones asked the question: do you want lizards or jobs? Do you want a company that's going to get some export earnings in to help us get back on track, or do you not? We're not talking about taking a thundering great excavator and churning up the ground and leaving it a sad and sorry toxic mess. Modern day mining is vastly different to what it used to be. It's not even as if Mcraes said buggar the lizards – they said we will lovingly pick them up and transport them somewhere where they can live like they used to. But DOC said no, that's not the plan we like. Come on. When you get an attitude like this from DOC, then it hardens other people's attitudes. People might have said, love a lizard, if they can move them, that'd be great. But when you've got DOC saying no, that plan's not good enough and they stall, and they ensure that companies have to pay more and more, and that people don't get to sign on to work, and Mcraes/Oceana decide stuff it. They do the sums, they do the number crunching, and they say it's not worth our while to be here and they leave - I don't think in this case that it is the best thing for New Zealand, that the lizards win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Battles over bike lanes, the uncertain future of Welton Street's light rail line, and questions about the historic Rossonian hotel ever reopening again — these debates playing out in Denver's District 9 are a microcosm of issues happening citywide. Councilman Darrell Watson has been representing this district, which covers neighborhoods from Globeville to South Park Hill, for nearly two years. He joins host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi to talk through all the big topics, plus share his thoughts on impending city layoffs, his staunch stance on the flavored tobacco ban, and his mayoral ambitions.  Come see us live at the Colfax Indie Bash on July 10! We'll be on stage on the patio at Champagne Tiger, and tickets are FREE. All you need to do is RSVP and come out for some good food, great people, and a live podcast. RSVP here.  For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think about Councilman Watson? We want to hear from you, especially if you live in District 9! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Denver Botanic Gardens Regional Air Quality Council Denver Film Multipass Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The C-TRAN board postponed a key vote on light rail operations and maintenance costs as legal cases involving Michelle Belkot's removal continue. With lawsuits pending and public sentiment divided, Tuesday's meeting reflected a board trying to navigate complex legal and political dynamics. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-board-again-postpones-vote-on-light-rail-operations-and-maintenance-costs/ #CTRAN #MichelleBelkot #LightRail #ClarkCountyPolitics #JohnLey #PublicTrust #ReformClarkCounty #TransportationPolicy #TriMet #ClarkCountyWA

Camas City Councilor Leslie Lewallen visited the U.S. Department of Transportation to speak out against the light rail extension in the I-5 Bridge Replacement project, citing strong opposition from Clark County communities. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-city-councilor-leslie-lewallen-visits-u-s-department-of-transportation-to-oppose-light-rail-in-i-5-bridge-project/ #LeslieLewallen #Camas #IBR #LightRail #Transportation #ClarkCounty #USDOT #BattleGround #Infrastructure #SouthwestWashington

A new Clark County Today poll asks whether Clark County taxpayers should fund light rail operations tied to the I-5 Bridge Replacement. Project leaders say the plan is moving forward, but questions remain over long-term costs and public support. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-clark-county-taxpayers-help-pay-for-light-rail-operations/ #InterstateBridge #LightRail #ClarkCounty #Transportation #CTRAN #Taxpayers #GregJohnson #Opinion

The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program is moving forward with plans for light rail, with leadership in Washington and Oregon directing the effort despite local opposition and unresolved funding for operations and maintenance. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/interstate-bridge-replacement-program-moving-forward-with-plans-for-light-rail/ #lightrail #IBR #CTRAN #GregJohnson #VancouverWA #InterstateBridge #transportation #TriMet #ClarkCounty #publictransit

The light rail connecting Seattle and the Eastside is getting delayed yet again. The Trump Administration got a massive win at SCOTUS today. The View’s Joy Behar says the reason men aren’t voting for Democrats is because of misogyny. A good guy with a gun helped stop a shooting in Seattle. //  LongForm: GUEST: Fox News's Johnny Joey Jones on Trump's pardon of Army officer Mark Bashaw and his new book "Behind the Badge." // Quick Hit: Left-wing journalist Taylor Lorenz got excoriated online for making light of 9/11. A new FDA policy might make it harder for you to achieve your beach body.

Kirk VanGelder says the Interstate 5 Bridge project will align with the deployment of autonomous vehicles, making light rail a poor investment choice. Listen now: https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/an-alternative-to-light-rail/ #autonomousvehicles #I5Bridge #KirkVanGelder #lightrail #CTRAN #publictransit #VancouverWA #RidgefieldWA #transportation #futureoftransportation

This week's Clark County Today poll asks if you'd prefer using autonomous vehicles for your commute over light rail, as local expert Kirk VanGelder argues for autonomous vehicle investment. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-would-you-choose-autonomous-vehicles-or-light-rail-for-your-commute/ #ClarkCounty #Transportation #Commute #LightRail #AutonomousVehicles #KirkVanGelder #I5Bridge #FutureTransit #DriverlessTech #Poll

This week… We got an idea of just how much the average person needs to make to afford rent in Seattle. After 125 years, the independently run U Bookstore is entering a partnership with Barnes and Noble. And if you’re waiting for the Light Rail to connect to the east side, keep waiting. Sound Transit officials say there’s been a delay, and you’ll have to wait until the beginning of next year. Too Beautiful to Live Co-Host Andrew Walsh and Psychology in Seattle Podcast Host Dr. Kirk Honda are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington State Rep. John Ley is sounding the alarm over TriMet's high-priced light rail vehicle demands for the IBR project, urging a full review and better alternatives. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trimet-seeks-190m-290m-for-interstate-bridge-light-rail-vehicles-charging-taxpayers-up-to-15m-per-vehicle-triple-the-4-5m-cost/ #ClarkCounty #localnews #JohnLey #TriMet #InterstateBridgeReplacement #IBR #MAXLightRail #publictransit #taxpayerfunding #transportation

(The Center Square) – Sound Transit opened its downtown Redmond extension after a year delay and $98 million tacked on after originally planned. The 3.4-mile extension of the 2 Line opened for service Saturday with two new stations at Marymoor Village and Downtown Redmond. The latest extension is the first Sound Transit 3 project. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_db3128eb-a276-4ca8-9d9f-0585815014c7.html

Antifa thugs tried to shutdown a Riley Gaines speech at Portland State University. King County is joining a federal lawsuit against the Trump Administration for putting conditions on grant funding. Guest: President of the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation Mark Mix has a case out of Everett alleging government and union abuse. // Big Local: Bellevue police say they are going to crackdown on speeding. The Redmond-Bellevue light rail is close to opening, but it still won’t take you to Seattle. A constituent left Spokane City Councilmember Jonathan Bingle a vulgar voicemail. Spokane is expected to get extreme heat this summer. // You Pick the Topic: A majority of pet owners say they would shave years off of their life if it meant their pet would live longer.

5pm: James Lynch on escaped inmate // Inmate escaped custody at SeaTac airport, boarded light rail, and got off at Capitol Hill station // Today in History //  1973 - Secretariat Wins the Kentucky Derby // Letters 

Gee & Ursula round up the last 3 days of the Trump administration // Light rail transforming Redmond // SCENARIOS!

On Saturdays, Seattle Now is bringing you the best from the KUOW newsroom…President Donald Trump marked 100 days into his second term, the City of Seattle planned to withhold concerns about the West Seattle Light Rail from federal regulators, and Mediterranean food from a specific region is showing up in Seattle's crowded food scene. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Friday so we're breaking down the biggest stories in Houston. Host Raheel Ramzanali and Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz talk about how a big drop in oil prices could threaten our economy, the latest fight between the city of Houston and Harris County, and the latest scam you need to watch out for! Dive deeper into the stories we talked about on today's show:  Officials urge Houston drivers to watch out for scam parking tickets Baylor College of Medicine lays off 122 employees as Trump funding cuts loom MD Anderson cuts spending, pauses some hiring after multi-million dollar budget shortfall A third of eligible Houston employees accept buyout package, saving city $11M this fiscal year Texas Senate passes bill to limit Harris County's authority over millions of surplus toll road funds Houston-Galveston Area Council studying light rail, bus route feasibility in Fort Bend County Third-Party Permitting Bill & Bill for Stairway Requirements  How Houston became one of America's biggest Vietnamese hubs, 50 years after the fall of Saigon If you enjoyed today's interview with Stages Houston, Denise Fennell, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 2nd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Visit Port Aransas Downtown Houston+ Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Jason Fochtman/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe questions whether the light rail is worth the investment and has some suggestions on how it could be improved. 

#PACIFICWATCH: #VEGASREPORT: LIGHT RAIL FOR 3 MILLION POPULATION.  @JCBLISS 1901 CLARK COUNTY

Michelle Belkot addressed the C-TRAN board Tuesday night, speaking against her removal and urging a delay in voting on light rail funding language. The board agreed to hold off until July, allowing time for the courts to review pending legal cases. The meeting drew strong public support for Belkot and renewed debate over light rail's future in Clark County. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/belkot-speaks-before-c-tran-board-directors-pause-vote-on-light-rail-funding-language-until-july/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #MichelleBelkot #CTRAN #lightrail #publiccomment #WilFuentes #InterstateBridge #TriMet #VancouverWA

www.commsolutionsmn.com- It was a big week as we lost George Foreman, Kitty Dukakis, and Val Kilmer. The former and the latter gave us so much in the realm of entertainment and it's sad to see them go. President Trump has been lighting it up this week. He enacted the tariffs, had the stock market tank, over 75 nations rushed to negotiate, and the tariffs are on a 90 day pause. China is now in the spotlight as it is trying to fight back, but doesn't have the financial strength to hold out. We'll see how long it lasts. Tim Walz took our $18 billion surplus to a projected $6 billion deficit. That is some of the worst financial mismanagement ever. Not one to learn a lesson, Walz just released his budget, and boy, is it a doozy. He also wants to expand the sales tax to some services that currently don't have one (like having your taxes done). He also wants to increase a healthcare surcharge on HMOs. There is also an anti-fraud provision included. In an effort to "fully fund education" he's cutting funding of some things, like text books, to non-public schools. He's not willing to cut the tax for our seniors on social security. We're one of a handful of states that still do that. Despite the cost for Southwest Rail doubling, it's still full steam ahead. These omnibus bills need to be done. Why won't the Republicans stand up and stop all of this spending? MN statutes say that bills should be single-issue, but they don't write them that way and the courts won't uphold the law.  

Protesters in Bellevue are going to hit the streets of Bellevue to demand a wealth tax. It’s been an interesting week over at CNN. A new bill would not allow Washington circuses to have lions, tigers, and bears. Oh my. // LongForm: GUEST: Chris Sullivan on weekend traffic delays, new speed cameras on freeways, and Sound Transit & Light Rail time waste. // Quick Hit: The DOD canned a base commander that was insubordinate to JD Vance. More details on the United States’ proposal to purchase Greenland.

Audit of SW light rail reveals MORE financial horrors. Mayor agrees with Executive Order for proof of citizenship to vote. This did result in some bickering. Is the genetic production of the dire wolf a good idea? Johnny Heidt with guitar news.Heard On The Show:2 Hennepin County police chiefs criticize actions of County Attorney Mary MoriartySt. Cloud voters deciding to approve two school referendums in special electionSupreme Court allows Trump to deport Venezuelans under wartime law, but only after judges' review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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This morning a car flew off of i25 and landed on a light rail train. Some people are speculating that the Menendez brothers may get out this Friday.

The report was discussed in a meeting on Monday at the Capitol State Senator Mark Koran was there and he joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News

Vancouver resident Lucia Worthington offers public praise to Councilor Michelle Belkot for challenging light rail costs and voicing concerns over governance ethics and bridge planning. Read the full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-thank-you-michelle-belkot-for-your-courage-to-question-the-light-rail-need-and-its-prohibitive-costs/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #MichelleBelkot #lightrail #CTRAN #transportation #I5corridor #bridgeplanning #publicopinion #VancouverWa

Join Paul Comfort on this episode of Transit Unplugged for an insightful conversation with Professor Niels van Oort, Associate Professor of Public Transport and Shared Mobility at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands and co-director of the Smart Public Transport Lab. Paul and Niels explore critical considerations in transit planning, including the effectiveness of light rail versus bus rapid transit (BRT), integration with cycling and micro-mobility, and global best practices for creating high-quality transit systems. Niels shares details about his innovative transportation planning game designed to help students and professionals balance various mobility modes and societal goals. He also discusses the benefits, challenges, and appropriate contexts for implementing light rail and BRT systems, emphasizing the importance of seamless integration with active transport modes like cycling. Course—Planning Public Transport Services: https://ppts-course.org/Serious game ‘Finding the optimal mix': https://deoptimalemix.nl/en/ Light Rail Transit Systems; 61 Lessons in Sustainable Urban Development: https://shop.elsevier.com/books/light-rail-transit-systems/der-bijl/978-0-12-814784-9 Better buses: BRT and other bus modes: https://www.ovmagazine.nl/boeken/betere-bus Weblog public transport research output: https://nielsvanoort.weblog.tudelft.nl/ Smart Public Transport Lab: www.SmartPTLab.TUDelft.nlYou can read more about Dr. Oort's work here: https://www.tudelft.nl/en/ceg/about-faculty/departments/transport-planning/staff/personal-pages/oort-n-van Additionally, communication experts Rebecca Klein and Keith Scott from TALLsmall Productions (https://tallsmallproductions.org/) provide practical guidance on mentorship, highlighting strategies for effective mentor-mentee relationships, open communication, and meaningful feedback. Highlights: Insights into the comparative advantages of Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Bus Rapid...

Camas resident Anna Miller addresses controversial decisions by the Clark County Council and outlines six action steps for the public in response to the removal of Councilor Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN Board. Read the full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-bend-to-our-will-to-put-light-rail-into-clark-county-or-we-will-remove-you-via-backdoor-shenanigans/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #ClarkCounty #lightrail #countygovernment #ethics #publicpolicy #camas

Michelle Belkot was removed from the C-TRAN Board after standing against light rail expansion on the I-5 bridge. Leslie Lewallen calls the move political retaliation, warning against wasteful transit spending. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-board-shakeup-belkot-removed-for-standing-against-light-rail-boondoggle/ #CTRANBoard #MichelleBelkot #LeslieLewallen #LightRailExpansion #I5BridgeReplacement #PublicTransit #TaxpayerFunding #InfrastructureSpending #Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews #CTRAN

Should Clark County taxpayers be on the hook for TriMet's light rail expansion? A $7.2 million annual demand has ignited controversy, with Councilor Michelle Belkot opposing the funding—only to be removed from the C-TRAN Board. As tolls and new taxes loom, residents are left questioning whether this financial burden is justified.Why are local leaders backing TriMet's plan, and what does this mean for Clark County's future? Get the full breakdown and find out how you can make your voice heard.Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-michelle-belkot-wants-to-protect-your-wallet-and-not-pay-for-trimets-light-rail-om/#InterstateBridgeReplacementProgram #Vancouver #CTRAN #SueMarshall #ClarkCounty #O&Mcosts #IBR #busrapidtransit #fixedrouteservice #ClarkCountyCouncil #Vancouvermayor #paratransitservice #MAXlightrail #salestaxrevenue #lightrail #CTRANBoard #MichelleBelkot #TriMet #Vanpoolservice #tolls #AnneMcEneryOgle #localnews #ClarkCountyWa

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A packed C-TRAN board meeting led to a surprise decision to table a vote on light rail funding language. Public comments stretched over 90 minutes, with strong opinions on both sides. Key players, including Michelle Belkot and Anne McEnerny-Ogle, clashed over the issue. What happens next for Clark County's role in light rail? Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-board-tables-vote-on-language-regarding-the-funding-of-light-rail-maintenance-and-operations/ www.ClarkCountyToday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Vancouver #CTRAN #lightrail #InterstateBridgeReplacement #publiccomment #funding #transportation #boardmeeting #taxpayerfunding

Camas resident Douglas Tweet shares his opposition to the TriMet light rail expansion in the I-5 Bridge replacement, citing low transit demand and high costs. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-extremely-low-bus-ridership-does-not-justify-switch-to-expensive-trimet-light-rail/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #transportation #lightrail #TriMet #IBR #publictransit

Camas City Councilor Leslie Lewallen calls on Southwest Washington to reject light rail in the Interstate Bridge Replacement, arguing that it is too costly and ineffective. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-southwest-washington-must-stand-together-to-reject-light-rail-in-the-interstate-bridge-replacement/ #InterstateBridgeReplacement #LightRailOpposition #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens delivered the 2025 State of the City Address on Tuesday night. During his address, Dickens stressed the importance of connecting neighborhoods. Among his points, the mayor briefly mentioned that in less than 18 months, people will be able to take trails from the Beltline to the Chattahoochee River. However, people, both for and against light rail on the Beltline were left searching for more details and are now wondering what’s next. Matthew Rao, the chairperson for BeltLine Rail Now, and Hans Klein, an associate professor in the School of Public Policy at the Georgia Institute of Technology, share more about their opposing visions for the Beltline. Plus, more than 9.2 million workers in 21 states saw a minimum wage increase at the start of 2025. However, that does not include Georgia, which remains at $5.15/per hour. But by law, the state must pay the federal minimum wage of $7.25/per hour. Forest Park Mayor Angelyne Butler joins “Closer Look,” to talk more about how the City of Forest Park is offering a $23.46 minimum wage for its full-time city employees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there a future for light rail transit in the Twin Cities? After hearing that the Northstar line may be doomed and soon to be replaced with busses, Chad asks if light rail is worth it in Minnesota.

Chad opens the hour discussing a study that showed a vast majority of people who took the internet off their phones experienced better mental health. Later, Chad asks the question: is light rail dead in the Twin Cities?

The latest update from Blois Olson on the Morning Take on the WCCO Morning News.

State officials give an idea of how many federal employees have lost their jobs, it's the first major cutoff day for bills in the Washington State Legislature, and Mayor Bruce Harrell issued an executive order he hopes will make Light Rail expansion happen faster. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since Link Light Rail began service in 2009, more than 30 pedestrians have been hit by trains after stepping into a crossing. Less than two weeks ago there was a collision near Othello Station in the Rainier Valley. The next week, just blocks away… Another collision between a light rail train and a car. KUOW Reporter Casey Martin will explain what makes the light rail so dangerous in south Seattle, and what Sound Transit is doing to try and make things safer. Read about Sound Transit’s At-Grade Crossing Program here. Information on off-leash dog areas can be found here. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle businesses are calling on the city to be more proactive as crime continues to run rampant. Is faster to get to SeaTac airport via light rail or driving? // Congress is fighting over a new spending package as a potential government shutdown looms. // A funeral home in Ohio became the first in the state to get a liquor license.