A report going before city politicians Tuesday is asking for council’s endorsement of a transportation planning target to get more than a third of Londoners out of cars for trips in the city by 2050. LFP’s Jack Moulton takes a look at why this plan is recommended, how it could be done, and what the payoff is. Read More
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The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan; Circle of Blue; Great Lakes Now at Detroit Public Television; Michigan Public, Michigan’s NPR News Leader; and The Narwhal who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on the Great Lakes and drinking water.
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