Transportation

Coverage of transit solutions, including public transportation, bikes, buses, light rail, commuter trains, and ferries, especially those intended to reduce congestion, improve air quality, and provide efficient movement across a metropolitan area.

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Conquer the Cold challenge returns to encourage greener commuting during Ann Arbor winter

After a 23-month hiatus, the Conquer the Cold Challenge has returned to encourage people to commute to downtown Ann Arbor by any means other than driving alone.

Latest in Transportation
A new sidewalk and bus stop on Washtenaw Avenue.
Study considers new improvements for Washtenaw Avenue in Ypsi, Ypsi Township, Pittsfield Township

Improvements targeted for a segment of eastern Washtenaw Avenue could include new buffered bike lanes and more consistent sidewalks, as well as converting adjacent streets from one- to two-way.

Djangophonique performs at North Star Lounge.
What are you most excited for in Washtenaw County in 2023?

With 2023 upon us, we've asked each of our staffers to weigh in on what they're most excited for in Washtenaw County in the new year.

Clockwise from upper left: Bilal Saeed, Jenny Jones, Ji Hye Kim, Lori Roddy, Petals Sandcastle, and Lisa Sauve.
What would make Ann Arbor a better place for all families to live?

Fortune magazine recently named Ann Arbor the best place in the U.S. for families to live, but the city's assets are inaccessible to many. We asked 12 Ann Arbor leaders what they think the city could do to better live up to Fortune's ranking.

Blake Transit Center in Ann Arbor.
Express bus service from Ann Arbor to Ypsi set to debut in 2024

A $2.1 million grant will support a new high-capacity bus service on Washtenaw Avenue, shaving 11 minutes off the travel time between Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor.

A rendering of the State Street redesign.
Ann Arbor’s State Street reopens with curbless design

The project is the first phase of a major street renovation designed to improve safety, accessibility, and business flexibility.

Wired Off-Road co-founder David Kloiber.
Ypsi startups find success with electric dirt bikes, on-demand delivery, and fraud prevention

We caught up with three startups based at downtown Ypsi's SPARK East business incubator to find out what's in their future.

A groundbreaking event for the new trail segment connecting the B2B Trail to the Van Buren Park trail system.
Beyond borders: B2B Trail expands to Wayne County

A new 1.25-mile section of trail will connect the easternmost terminus of the B2B to the Van Buren Park trail system in Wayne County.

Issue Media Group relaunches Upper Peninsula publication

Issue Media Group is excited to announce the relaunch of its online, community-informed, digital publication in the Upper Peninsula. UPword will focus on innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, social innovation, and community development, while featuring U.P.-based talent.

Campaign aims to create comprehensive guide to accessibility in Ann Arbor locations

Ann Arbor residents and businesses are being invited to help create a more inclusive city for people with disabilities by getting involved with a new tagging feature in the GO MUVE app.

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