| TOP STORIES Transit Partnerships Take On First/Last-Mile Problem
Municipal transit agencies are working with private companies to reduce the difficulty people often have in getting from home or work to public transportation, making trains and buses more accessible for all. READ MORE App Designed to Turn Lights Green for Cyclists Goes National
The app, called GiveMeGreen!, has been undergoing tests in California and Indiana with positive feedback. By telling traffic lights when a cyclist is coming, it aims to make rides smoother and keep hands off buttons. READ MORE Michigan Grants Support Post-COVID-19 Robotics Work
PlanetM, the state’s mobility initiative and a division of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, has awarded more than $280,000 to efforts to accelerate future-facing robotics projects. READ MORE Columbus, Ohio, Marks Milestone in Push for Electric Cars
More than 3,200 electric vehicles have been sold in Columbus, Ohio, in the last four years, capping a major goal of the Smart Columbus strategy. The milestone comes as car markets reel from the effects of the pandemic. READ MORE Santa Monica, Calif., Centralizes COVID-19 Online Resources
The city has developed a public-facing dashboard dedicated to COVID-19 resources for residents and businesses. Features include the mapping of available essential services and other timely data. READ MORE | 