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DCR Proposes A Six-Lane Riverfront Highway For Its Brighton ‘Park’

The state's parks agency maintains numerous riverfront highways in the Boston region that contribute to the region's air pollution and congestion by subsidizing suburban car commuters to drive into downtown Boston.

April 23, 2025

Boston’s Chief of Streets Reminds Business Leaders That ‘Our Roads Are Not Getting Bigger’

The city's business leaders have convened for a series of talks on Boston's transportation challenges, which impede the region's growth.

April 22, 2025

Concord and Lexington Declare Freedom From Cars For 250th Patriots’ Day Weekend

Numerous streets will be opened up for bikes and pedestrians for the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Concord and Lexington.

April 17, 2025

The Path Forward for Allston’s Highway Megaproject Is Getting Narrower

Is MassDOT ready to admit that Allston needs more trains and fewer lanes?

April 16, 2025

A State Cop Ran Her Over In a Brookline Crosswalk. Now Her Grandchildren Demand Answers.

A Mass. State Police officer drove into Margie Mendez in a Brookline crosswalk, inflicting fatal head injuries.

April 15, 2025

City of Everett Seeks Volunteers For New Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The group, chartered by the Everett City Council, started meeting this winter, and they are seeking additional members.

April 14, 2025