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Bicycling
fromThe Verge
16 hours ago

A sleek, wearable airbag for cyclists is nearly here

A new airbag system integrated into a skinsuit for cyclists aims to enhance rider safety during high-speed races.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I should have been safe on a pavement' - woman recalls horrific hire e-bike crash

Sandy Peters suffered severe injuries and PTSD after being hit by a speeding e-bike while walking with her son.
#electric-bikes
Bicycling
fromWIRED
2 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
2 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
#transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
22 hours ago
SF politics

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

fromGothamist
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Friday Video: A Master List of All The Reasons Why Car Domination Sucks - Streetsblog USA

Resisting mass forced car dependency is crucial due to the numerous harms of automobility.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
New York City

Wednesday's Headlines: Talk is Cheap Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Streetsblog shares workspace with New York Focus, promotes a public transportation forum, hired multimedia producer Henry Beebe-Center, and flags recent transit and safety news.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
22 hours ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
#urban-design
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
#grand-army-plaza
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
13 hours ago

New Plan Announced to Limit Traffic Around Grand Army Plaza

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes transforming Grand Army Plaza into a pedestrian plaza to enhance safety and public space.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Mamdani, NYC DOT unveil proposed redesign for Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza

Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while connecting to Prospect Park.
London
fromTime Out London
19 hours ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

'I was kicked out of bar because of my wheelchair'

Maddie Haining was removed from a nightclub due to her wheelchair being deemed a safety risk, which she called discrimination.
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Lib Dems call for GP guarantee on new housing developments

"Too often new developments don't come with the services and infrastructure they need. Our policy would get new or expanded GP surgeries up and running to serve new developments, right from the moment the first homes are sold."
UK politics
#parking-enforcement
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago
New York City

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
#cycling-safety
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

Tinted windows have made intersections more dangerous for cyclists by eliminating eye contact with drivers.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Bedford Ave Called 'Warzone' By Williamsburg Cyclists

The removal of protected bike lanes on Bedford Avenue has led to increased danger for cyclists and pedestrians, resulting in nearly 100 crashes since the redesign.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

Tinted windows have made intersections more dangerous for cyclists by eliminating eye contact with drivers.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Bedford Ave Called 'Warzone' By Williamsburg Cyclists

The removal of protected bike lanes on Bedford Avenue has led to increased danger for cyclists and pedestrians, resulting in nearly 100 crashes since the redesign.
fromArchDaily
22 hours ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture can no longer be conceived as an isolated object, detached from the technical networks that sustain contemporary life. This condition calls for new readings and approaches.
Design
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
13 hours ago

Mamdani proposes redesign of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza to boost safety

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza redesign prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reducing vehicle access, creating new public space.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
22 hours ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes redesigning Grand Army Plaza to eliminate car traffic and enhance pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
13 hours ago

Mamdani proposes redesign of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza to boost safety

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza redesign prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reducing vehicle access, creating new public space.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
22 hours ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes redesigning Grand Army Plaza to eliminate car traffic and enhance pedestrian safety.
#cycling
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Paris has transformed into a more bike-friendly city, reducing car dominance and enhancing livability under Mayor Anne Hidalgo's leadership.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Paris has transformed into a more bike-friendly city, reducing car dominance and enhancing livability under Mayor Anne Hidalgo's leadership.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Albert Bridge reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

The recent pattern of movement does not present any additional risk and it is safe to reopen to cyclists and pedestrians, the council said.
London
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
#e-bikes
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

OpEd: Separating Substance from False Solutions, E-bike and E-moto Activity in Sacramento - Streetsblog California

Legislators are proposing bills to clarify the distinction between e-bikes and illegal e-motos, addressing safety and enforcement issues.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

OpEd: Separating Substance from False Solutions, E-bike and E-moto Activity in Sacramento - Streetsblog California

Legislators are proposing bills to clarify the distinction between e-bikes and illegal e-motos, addressing safety and enforcement issues.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
fromwww.bbc.com
18 hours ago

Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seized

This crackdown has seen drugs, weapons and dangerous illegal e-bikes taken off the streets. We know these offences are ones that our communities care about, and they want to see officers taking robust action.
London politics
#zohran-mamdani
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

Albert Bridge closed to pedestrians and cyclists after 'slight movement' detected

A bridge closure was announced due to detected movement, with repairs expected to cost 8.5 million and take a year.
New York City
fromCity Limits
14 hours ago

Will New City Rules Finally Bring More Sidewalk Sheds Down?

New York City aims to reduce construction scaffolding while ensuring safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

"This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony.
Paris food
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Troubled waters: Will Hammersmith Bridge ever reopen?

Hammersmith Bridge faces a funding deadlock for repairs, with costs reaching £250 million and no clear resolution in sight after seven years.
Alternative transportation
fromWIRED
3 days ago

I Put My Dog, Friends, and Family Inside Bike Boxes and Rear Racks to Test All the Best Electric Cargo Bikes

Electric cargo bikes offer a practical, fun, and eco-friendly alternative to cars for transporting kids and running errands.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Cycle of Rage: Wrong-Way Driver Reveals Wrong-Way Approach To Street Safety - Streetsblog New York City

Reckless drivers often evade accountability, as demonstrated by a recent incident where a cyclist was nearly hit without any police action taken.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
#bicycle-infrastructure
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Boston

City of Cambridge Reports Better Bike Lanes Led to Surge In Bike Traffic - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Boston

City of Cambridge Reports Better Bike Lanes Led to Surge In Bike Traffic - Streetsblog San Francisco

New York City
fromCurbed
6 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Wednesday Headlines: New York For All Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

State lawmakers are advocating for immigration protections for deliveristas to prevent collaboration between local officials and immigration enforcement.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Friday Video: Five Bike Advocacy Mistakes You Don't Even Know You're Making - Streetsblog USA

Bike advocates can achieve great things but must learn from their mistakes to improve policy and infrastructure.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Thursday's Headlines: Backed into a Corner Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Governor Hochul promotes auto insurance deregulation backed by Uber and major insurers spending millions on lobbying, while facing increased scrutiny from press corps over corporate influence.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Mamdani's DOT will build separate bike lane entrance on Manhattan-side of Brooklyn Bridge ahead of World Cup | amNewYork

A separate bike entrance will be installed on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge to improve safety and access for cyclists and pedestrians.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Why This State Is Fighting To Get Its First 'Active Transportation Plan' - Streetsblog USA

Missouri is the most populous state without a statewide active transportation plan, despite nearly one-third of its residents lacking a driver's license and alarming fatality rates among vulnerable road users.
Alternative transportation
London politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London councils to share 95m for safer roads and new cycle routes

London councils receive £94.8 million from Transport for London to fund neighbourhood safety, cycling infrastructure, pedestrian crossings, and bus service improvements through the Healthy Streets programme.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Thursday's Headlines: Another Outlet Heard From Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Two decades ago, the state created a fund with tens of millions of dollars that was supposed to be in a lockbox to crack down on insurance fraud - but instead was funneled simply to law enforcement agencies' general operating funds. As a result only a tiny portion was spent actually fighting fraud.
NYC politics
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but its not problem-free

E-scooter and e-bike parking obstructs pavements across UK cities, creating accessibility issues for elderly residents and families despite operator agreements with councils.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Amsterdam prepares to ban the fatbikes' amid rise in serious accidents

Amsterdam will ban heavy electric "fatbike" use in city parks like Vondelpark due to increased accidents, especially among 12–15-year-olds.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Fact Check: No, Mamdani Is Not Letting Bike Scofflaws 'Off the Hook' - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD will still hold cyclists accountable for traffic violations despite ending criminal summonses for moving violations.
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Good urbanism isn't any good if you're not allowed to walk or bike

Cultural fear and aggressive policing curtail children's independent mobility despite urban design intended for all ages.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Improving Road Safety Is A Win For The Climate, Too - Streetsblog USA

Hundreds of preventable fatalities and more than 13 million metric tons of climate pollution would be avoided by 2045 if Congress passed legislation that answered advocates' long- time demand to require state DOTs to set declining annual fatality targets - and reallocate highway money to safety projects if they don't meet those goals, according to a new analysis from Evergreen Action.
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Tuesday's Headlines: A Gateway to Nothing Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Judge Jeannette Vargas of Federal District Court in Manhattan had ordered the Trump administration to end a four-month suspension of funding, but as the Daily News, The New York Times, Gothamist and amNY reported yesterday, Vargas stayed her own ruling until Thursday to give the piqued president a chance to appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
New York Knicks
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: Close the GAP Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza requires urgent redesign to address severe traffic safety issues and improve pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday Headlines: Surprising Overlap Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Governor Hochul abandoned robotaxi expansion plans to secure labor union support for her car insurance reform proposal, prioritizing political alignment over autonomous vehicle deployment.
#transportation-equity
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

Opinion: Transportation Researchers Still Care About Equity. This Week They're Proving It - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

Opinion: Transportation Researchers Still Care About Equity. This Week They're Proving It - Streetsblog USA

Bicycling
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Opinion | Bikes make life freer. These laws could change that.

Bicycles and e-bikes provide unrestricted freedom of movement, but policymakers are implementing restrictive regulations that limit this accessibility.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Lawmaker Pushes FDNY To Get On Board With Protected Bike Lanes - Streetsblog New York City

A Brooklyn council member demands the Fire Department accelerate reviews of protected bike lane projects to support the mayor's street safety agenda and prevent opposition from undermining cycling infrastructure.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How Recreational Cycling Can Lead to Safe Streets For All - Streetsblog USA

Recreational cycling enthusiasm builds community support for safer cycling infrastructure more effectively than policy mandates or technical planning debates alone.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday's Headlines: Table Setting for Tuesday Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City's Streets Master Plan has underperformed on bus lanes and bike lanes, with 98% of streets lacking protected bike lanes despite their proven safety benefits.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

West Siders: Better Bike Lanes, Not Bans, Will Make Central Park Safer - Streetsblog New York City

There are over 60 miles of pedestrian-only paths in Central Park but just six where bikes, e-bikes, scooters, pedicabs and horse carriages have to share space: the Central Park Drive, which was the topic of an hours-long discussion at an Upper West Side community board meeting. The park's perimeter has just one bike lane - a northbound-only lane up Central Park West. As a result, cyclists and advocates noted, people biking for reasons other than recreation have not other safe option for many of their trips.
New York City
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Monday's Headlines: Deliver the Goods Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Delivery workers risked hazardous conditions during a snowstorm while courts upheld New York City rules enforcing up-front tipping and delivery-worker minimum wage requirements.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Friday's Headlines: Back on Top Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani supports Commissioner Sam Levine's crackdown on delivery apps for alleged worker mistreatment and roadway safety concerns.
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