Interim Trail News Today

"Rail consultants have stated that in order to meet the travel time requirements from Watsonville to Santa Cruz, a new passenger train would need to reach speeds of up to 60 mph. However, the topographical challenges of the Branch Line make it difficult to achieve these desired speeds while also accommodating a trail," writes Brian Peoples in a Guest Commentary.

"Don’t be misled by the never-ending cries for the Interim and Trail Only options," write Justin Cummings and Andy Schiffrin in a Guest Commentary. "Any attempts to pursue them will be fruitless and the opportunity for a safe, protected pedestrian and bicycle path through the county will be lost."

Columnist Stephen Kessler lists satirical headlines to look for in the new year.