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Climate Report Card Gives MassDOT A Failing Grade As Mass. Misses Key Climate Goals

As traffic continues to increase and EV sales lag, will MassDOT finally pivot to public transportation as a climate solution?

February 13, 2026

MassDOT Construction Project Blocks Busy Allston Bike Route Across I-90

"MassDOT has heard the concerns of bicyclists and will make minor adjustments to the barrier to reallocate space," a spokesperson told StreetsblogMASS on Thursday.

January 15, 2026

More Buses to the Berkshires Coming In 2026

Link413, a partnership between three regional transit authorities, will introduce three longer-distance bus routes to connect North Adams, Pittsfield, Greenfield, and Northampton.

December 17, 2025

Eyes on the Street: The Fall of a Freeway in Fall River

The demolition of MassDOT's blighted Route 79 expressway opens up 19 acres of land for new housing next to Fall River's MBTA station.

November 26, 2025

MassDOT and MBTA Are Studying Expanded Ferry Service

Possible new ferry route destinations include other coastal cities and towns like Gloucester, Salem, Chelsea, and Everett.

November 10, 2025

MassDOT To Begin Construction On New Mystic River Car-Free Bridge Next Year

MassDOT hopes to open its proposed Mystic River bicycle pedestrian bridge between Somerville and Everett before the end of 2029.

October 22, 2025