Transporation and Infrastructure news

Trade Between Arizona and Mexico Continues to Grow

Aug 12, 2016 Imports, exports and tourism flow across the border and build the local economy.

Tucson Streetcar Marks Two Years, Two Million Riders

Jul 25, 2016 Passenger trends emerge, including - no surprise - summer as slowest time of year.

Tucson Unveils Bicycle Boulevard Plan for Safe Streets

Jul 19, 2016 Draft is open for public review, with goal of 192 miles of bike-friendly boulevards.

Tucson Police, African American Communities Evaluate Relationship

Jul 15, 2016 Success working together creates a less-divided community, they say.

I-11 Impact Weighed as Environmental Studies Begin

Jul 8, 2016 Mexico-to-Canada route, running through Southern Arizona, has detractors.

Arizonans Staying Home This Independence Day Weekend

Jul 1, 2016 AAA forecasts a 12 percent drop in travelers from last year, to 1.4 million.

Tucson City Council Approves Bicycle Sharing Program

Jun 24, 2016 Two-wheelers to lend should be up and running in 2017 with federal grant money.

State Steps Up Safety Campaign for Road Workers

Jun 15, 2016 2 deaths in two weeks leads transportation officials to add signage statewide.

On Pima County Streets: Is One Traffic Death Too Many?

Jun 10, 2016 Why do traffic crashes and the casualties from them remain a persistent problem?

Traffic Crashes, Deaths Rise on Arizona Roadways in 2015

Jun 2, 2016 Alcohol, speeding and failure to wear seat belts all contribute to rise in fatalities.

Tucson Business Community's Role in Landing New JFK Flight

May 27, 2016 $3 million was incentive for American Airlines for route expected to boost tourism.

AAA: 2M Arizonans Will Travel for Memorial Day Weekend

May 27, 2016 79 percent of those who leave their homes will get to their destinations by car.

Tucson- New York City Direct Flight Takes Off in October

May 23, 2016 Daily flights will connect Tucson International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport

Port's New Rail 'Off Ramp' Could Be Boost For Tucson's Logistics

May 19, 2016 Addition at Port of Tucson allows easy access to Union Pacific mainline.

Pima County Bans Hand-Held Phone Use When Driving

May 17, 2016 No texting, either, at risk of $100 fine, $250 if involved in collision.

Regional Road Plan At 10 Years, A Smoother Ride?

May 13, 2016 Plus, what's next for road repair in the Tucson metro area?

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