Diana is a writer and urbanist passionate about public space, historical memory, and transportation equity. Prior to joining Planetizen, she started and managed a farmers' market and worked as a transportation planner in the bike share industry. She is Planetizen's editor as of January 2022.
Florida State Park Will Pay Homage to First Free Black Settlement in US
In the late 1700s, Fort Mose was home to enslaved African people seeking freedom from the English colonies farther north along the Atlantic coast.
Portland Replaces Camping Ban With New Policy
Unhoused residents can sleep on public property when no shelter space is available, but still face penalties for violating new regulations or not moving into shelter if offered.
How Disinvestment and Hedge Funds Are Dismantling the US Intercity Bus System
The most affordable form of long-distance travel is being jeopardized as riders find themselves literally kicked to the curb.
Montana Ranchers Question Massive Solar Project
The $1.2-billion solar farm would provide power to data centers owned by Microsoft, Meta, and others.
‘Infill Stations’ Bring Transit Closer to Residents
Building new stations along existing transit lines can significantly increase access in formerly passed-over neighborhoods.