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.

Washington State Legislature Could Continue Housing Reforms in 2024
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A court declined to revisit its decision to invalidate a city ban on natural gas hookups.

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