Nevada County Local News: Transportation


All Local Transportation News articles contributed by our local media allies and other local newsrooms.

Image caption: California transportation history runs from railroads to today’s car culture.
California’s History of Transportation: From Railroads to Highways

The history of transportation in California has shaped the state, from the railroads to today’s highways, making the need for planning increasingly urgent. Here’s how it all happened, and where we stand today.

Image caption: Over two weekends last October, residents of Santa Cruz and Watsonville  participated in demonstration rides aboard an electric streetcar on rails.
The ‘Rail Trail’ Movement, Explained

Thousands of miles of railroad track, including some in Santa Cruz County, now sit idle. The fate of those largely abandoned tracks has become a burning controversy.

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01/19/2025
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As the aviation industry enters a pivotal year for climate action, the Truckee Tahoe Airport District is building on its groundbreaking initiatives to advance sustainable aviation. 

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01/15/2025
Read on to learn more about upcoming upgrades to downtown Grass Valley to improve traffic and pedestrian safety.

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01/14/2025
In a striking setback to reduce California’s air pollution but a win for trucking companies, state regulators have walked away from their ambitious plan to phase out diesel trucks less than a week before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.

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01/11/2025
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The Tahoe Transportation District announced the appointment of Andy Chapman as Chair of the Board of Directors and Brian Bigley as Vice Chair. These appointments reflect TTD's commitment to providing innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that enhance mobility, protect Lake Tahoe's unique environment, and meet the needs of residents and visitors alike.

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01/03/2025
While cities in California continue to pass ordinances to combat illegal sideshows, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several laws that go into effect this year statewide to give municipalities more legal tools to address them. 

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12/21/2024
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South Lake Tahoe transit options will be expanded during the Christmas/New Year's week with an increased schedule of motor coach round trips from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. In addition, free bus and shuttle routes throughout town for special events are expanding in 2025. The carless options also make for convenient and safe travel in snowy conditions for inexperienced winter drivers without 4-or all-wheel vehicles.

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12/19/2024
Nevada City is preparing to update the 2022-2027 Strategic Plan, and public input is invited. Read on to learn more about the plan and how you can participate.

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12/18/2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decree that by 2035 all new cars sold in California must be powered by batteries or other zero-emission systems has received a double dose of legal and political support.

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12/17/2024
The US EPA granted California’s waiver, which the incoming Trump administration is likely to try to overturn in the courts. The state’s zero-emission vehicle mandates have been the driving force behind California’s progress in cleaning up dangerous air pollutants.

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12/17/2024
An update on progress on the Nevada Street bridge work in Nevada City.

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12/17/2024
Read on to learn more about the free fares and shuttles to holiday events being offered by Nevada County Connects December 17 through 31.

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12/15/2024
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Tahoe National Forest has released an Over Snow Vehicle Use Map, which shows where on the USDA Forest Service lands snowmobiles are allowed to go and where they are prohibited. The map implements the OSV Use Designation plan adopted in May 2024.

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12/12/2024
Starting December 16, dozens of designated hazard trees are to be removed along Old Downieville Highway. Read on to learn more about this safety project.

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12/11/2024
The Biden administration is awarding Inflation Reduction Act money to help clean the air before President-elect Trump takes over.

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12/09/2024
California has an aggressive mandate for zero-emission trucks, which are powered by electricity or hydrogen. But trucking companies face big obstacles — and people are still breathing dangerous diesel exhaust.

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12/06/2024
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At the Truckee Tahoe Airport District Board meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 4, directors reviewed and approved several important resolutions, recognized community partners, and discussed a variety of projects aimed at enhancing fire safety, STEM education, and local infrastructure.

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11/27/2024
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The Nevada County Board of Supervisors approved contracts for the Hirschdale Road over Truckee River Bridge Replacement Project and the Hirschdale Road at Hinton (UPRR) Overhead Rehabilitation Project during its Tuesday, Nov. 26 meeting. 

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11/25/2024
Most ships discharging ballast water into California waters are inspected, but state officials have tested the water of only 16 ships. Experts say invaders like mussels are inevitable under current rules and enforcement.

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11/21/2024
Read on for more information about the first ride of the Nevada City Bike Bus on November 15.

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11/20/2024
Nevada City residents are encouraged to attend a workshop on December 10 at 6:30 to learn more about the capital improvement project to improve the “Broad Street Y” and give feedback.