Let’s talk about running on neighborhood greenways
A reader forced me to revisit an important question.
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Why an obscure highway cost study is suddenly in the spotlight
Trucking advocates have used the study to file a lawsuit against ODOT that seeks tax refunds.
Safety goes dark as intersection daylighting lags in Portland
An elementary school student was hit Monday in southeast because a parked car reduced visibility.
ODOT tries ‘recreational immunity’ argument to avoid liability for crash on popular cycling road
Another reason why I’ve alway warned against playing into the false dichotomy of recreation versus transportation.
After reversal from DA, driver faces criminal charge for killing Adam Joy
Robert Weeks now faces a 10-year prison sentence.
Trucking advocates say they’ve been squeezed by road diets, want to change Oregon bike lane law
Changes are expected to be debated during the coming short legislative session.
Oregon trails in jeopardy as confusion reigns over ‘recreational immunity’ law
Many trails will close if landowners worry about lawsuits.
Judge rules against City of Portland, says Bike Bill lawsuit can move forward
The decision strengthens the Bike Bill and opens the door to a potential landmark ruling.
15 Portlanders sign on as plaintiffs in ‘Bicycle Bill’ lawsuit
Real people and real consequences of missing bike infrastructure, the suit claims.
New Oregon law reduces fines, penalties for bicycle DUI
It’s part of an effort to “right-size the criminal justice system.”
US State Department policy named after Fallon Smart
Hopefully this travesty of justice is never repeated. At least that’s the goal of a new federal policy that went into effect this week.
In letter to DA, lawyer demands stronger punishment for dangerous drivers
Too many drivers face zero consequences for very dangerous behaviors.
Comment of the Week: We need more public restrooms downtown