Kea Wilson
Kea Wilson has more than a dozen years of experience as a writer telling emotional, urgent and actionable stories that motivate average Americans to get involved in making their cities better places. She is also a novelist, cyclist, and affordable housing advocate. She previously worked at Strong Towns, and currently lives in St. Louis, MO. Kea can be reached at kea@streetsblog.org or on Twitter @streetsblogkea. Please reach out to her with tips and submissions.
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How Trump’s Mass Deportation Plans Could Make U.S. Roads More Dangerous
President-elect Trump's promise to deport one million people per year will make America's streets less safe.
Could ChatGPT Make America More Walkable?
No, generative AI shouldn't plan a whole city — but a new study argues it could help identify gaps in our sidewalk networks, tree canopies, and more.
Pennsylvania Shifted Cash From Highways to Transit – Could We Do the Same?
"If your governor says they don't have money for transit, they are lying," said one advocate.
The Emissions Data GOP Pols Don’t Want Americans To See
Dozens of red states sued to stop the release of their state transportation emissions data. A new report gives a glimpse into what they were trying to hide.
Friday Video: What if We Let Bike Haters on Social Media Plan Our Cities?
Spoiler: Nothing good!
Who is Trump’s Would-Be US DOT Secretary Sean Duffy?
Former Fox News host, congressman, reality TV star and competitive lumberjack Sean Duffy has said he wants to "take an ax" to Washington. Will non-automotive modes get the chop, too?
The Brake: What New York Can Learn From the ‘Bike Mayor’ of Africa
What can we learn from developing countries where car dependency hasn't yet taken root?
DECISION ’24: The Next President Needs a Vision for America’s Transportation Future
No matter who wins the White House, advocates are ready to push for the transportation system we all deserve — starting with these nine principles.
When Car Dependency Meets Climate Disaster
How does car dependency make weathering a storm harder, and what can we do about it? We sat down with two experts from the Urban Institute to find out.
Study: How The Last Three Presidents Helped Shape Our Local Transportation Landscapes
A deep dive on one of America's largest discretionary grant programs reveals the kind of transportation projects prioritized by the last three presidential administrations. What does it mean for the future?