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fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 day ago

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

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
New York City
fromInsideHook
1 hour 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.
fromwww.amny.com
1 hour ago

Op-ed | Why the MTA wants to hear from you this spring | amNewYork

The MTA's Spring Customers Count survey aims to gather honest feedback from riders about their commuting experiences, which is crucial for making necessary improvements to the transit system.
Marketing
Alternative transportation
fromWIRED
1 day 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.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 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.
#transportation
fromBusline News
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 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.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

The Mercury's JOYRIDE Issue Is Out Now! - Portland Mercury

Transportation is a vital aspect of life in Portland, covered in the April issue of the Mercury titled 'Joyride.'
fromBusline News
5 days ago
Alternative transportation

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

#albert-bridge
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Albert Bridge reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

Albert Bridge has reopened to pedestrians and cyclists after safety inspections confirmed no additional risk from recent movement changes.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Albert Bridge reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

Albert Bridge has reopened to pedestrians and cyclists after safety inspections confirmed no additional risk from recent movement changes.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 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.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Where the streets will have no cars for the weekend's Paris Marathon

The 49th Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris will create a car-free zone for 60,000 runners this Sunday.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
3 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
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Debate over Scarborough LRT heats up as mayor, councillor offer competing motions | CBC News

The Eglinton East LRT project in Scarborough is facing political competition and funding challenges despite its long-standing development plans.
London food
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including track improvements, timetable adjustments, and new services.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: March (Parking) Madness Trophy Ceremony Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The 120th Precinct of Staten Island won the March Madness competition for being the most disrespectful to neighbors regarding parking.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
Women in technology
fromBusline News
5 days ago

Editor's Note March/April 2026 - Busline News

Nominations for the 'Women To Recognize In Busing' award are open until August 1, 2026, celebrating female leaders in the bus industry.
#electric-bikes
Bicycling
fromWIRED
2 hours 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
3 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 hours 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
3 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.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Good Morning, News: Mercury Transportation Issue Drops and Broadway Bridge Reopens? In the Same Week? Curious. - Portland Mercury

A Northeast Portland drug treatment facility closed, affecting nearly 50 women, while local news covers transportation issues and a lawsuit against PacifiCorp.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days 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.
Environment
from99% Invisible
1 week ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
Mission District
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Tribeca Residents Want To Swap Parking for A Plaza at Underused Barnett Newman Triangle - Streetsblog New York City

Barnett Newman Triangle needs transformation into a green pedestrian space to enhance community use and safety.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
#curb-management
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Taming the streets: Mamadani establishes Office of Curb Management to calm chaotic public streets

A new Office of Curb Management will organize NYC's streets and curbside parking to enhance safety and accessibility for all users.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani announces new Office of Curb Management | amNewYork

A new Office of Curb Management aims to optimize NYC's streets and curbside parking for diverse public uses.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.
New York City
fromCurbed
3 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Taming the streets: Mamadani establishes Office of Curb Management to calm chaotic public streets

A new Office of Curb Management will organize NYC's streets and curbside parking to enhance safety and accessibility for all users.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani announces new Office of Curb Management | amNewYork

A new Office of Curb Management aims to optimize NYC's streets and curbside parking for diverse public uses.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 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.
#pedestrian-safety
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days 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.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
New York City

Report: Pedestrians Are At Risk ... Where You'd Least Expect It - Streetsblog New York City

Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days 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.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
New York City

Report: Pedestrians Are At Risk ... Where You'd Least Expect It - Streetsblog New York City

#public-transportation
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago
NYC politics

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
New York City

Tuesday's Headlines: We Love A Parade (For Pedestrians) Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani marches in St. Patrick's Day parade; parade organizers encourage public transit over cars due to spectator crowds, reflecting daily transportation best practices.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Tuesday's Headlines: We Love A Parade (For Pedestrians) Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani marches in St. Patrick's Day parade; parade organizers encourage public transit over cars due to spectator crowds, reflecting daily transportation best practices.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
2 days ago

New center-running bus lanes coming to Flatbush Avenue in Downtown Brooklyn

Construction on Flatbush Avenue will enhance bus speed and safety for 132,000 daily riders through new center-running bus lanes.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
2 days ago

Copenhagen achieves 100% electric bus network as Movia deploys 62 new units - Sustainable Bus

Movia has deployed 62 electric buses, achieving 72% electrification of its fleet and completing the transition of all municipal bus lines in Copenhagen to electric operation.
London
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

Plans have been approved for a cool new bridge in southeast London

A new 170-square-metre Albion Bridge will replace a cramped faux drawbridge in Canada Water, enhancing accessibility and space for pedestrians and cyclists.
Public health
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Need To Kill Cross Bronx Widening Plan Is Obvious Amid Slight Congestion Pricing Pollution Uptick - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul has delayed a decision on widening the Cross Bronx Expressway due to concerns over increased pollution in the Bronx.
New York City
fromQNS
3 days ago

Nearly 200 residents attend Sunnyside Yard information session after Mamdani revives plans - QNS

Community engagement is essential for the proposed development of 12,000 new homes over Sunnyside Yard, emphasizing local input and affordable housing.
#traffic-safety
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

The Kirkham Neck-Down Worked for Safety, So San Francisco Removed it - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA removed the neck-down safety feature on Kirkham, replacing it with speed humps and median islands despite evidence of its effectiveness in slowing traffic.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

New SFMTA traffic map shows SF streets with highest injuries for pedestrians and cyclists

SFMTA released a map highlighting high-collision areas for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists in San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

The Kirkham Neck-Down Worked for Safety, So San Francisco Removed it - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA removed the neck-down safety feature on Kirkham, replacing it with speed humps and median islands despite evidence of its effectiveness in slowing traffic.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

New SFMTA traffic map shows SF streets with highest injuries for pedestrians and cyclists

SFMTA released a map highlighting high-collision areas for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists in San Francisco.
fromPhilosophynow
1 week ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
fromFast Company
1 week 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
#cycling
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Report: Safety Protections Have Not Kept Up With Amazon Boom

Amazon's parking violations highlight the need for better regulation in the last-mile delivery industry due to safety and accountability concerns.
#urban-logistics
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NYC to resume construction on Flatbush Avenue bus lanes later this month

The NYC DOT is resuming construction on bus lanes along Flatbush Avenue to improve transit speed and safety for riders.
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Magical Bridge spurs lawsuit

The entrapment was so severe that emergency responders, including fire department personnel, had to use forcible methods including hatchets to pry the carousel components to free (Odette's) hand.
Portland
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Upper West Siders Beg DOT For A 'Low-Traffic Neighborhood' - Streetsblog New York City

Community Board 7 seeks to implement low-traffic neighborhoods to reduce pollution and improve quality of life on residential streets.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NYC to drivers: Avoid northern part of Flatbush Avenue as street gets bus-friendly rebuild

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue will undergo a major redesign to improve bus transit and reduce congestion.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Silvertown Tunnel is 'tackling chronic congestion'

The Silvertown Tunnel has reduced congestion and improved journey times, but has also displaced traffic to other routes.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days 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.
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

50+ NYC streets are going completely car-free for Earth Day

"Car-Free Earth Day is a reminder that we only have one planet-and that our streets play a critical role in our fight against climate change," said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn in a statement.
Alternative transportation
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.
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

Citi Bike is giving away unlimited free rides to New Yorkers for Earth Day

"Car-Free Earth Day is a reminder that we only have one planet-and that our streets play a critical role in our fight against climate change," said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn in an official statement.
Alternative transportation
#urban-planning
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Exclusive | Car-hating NYC pol wants 5 million square feet of new 'pedestrian space' - critics fear 'more gridlock'

Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Exclusive | Car-hating NYC pol wants 5 million square feet of new 'pedestrian space' - critics fear 'more gridlock'

A Brooklyn councilman proposes creating 1 million square feet of annual pedestrian space over five years, requiring the city to prioritize car-free zones near transit hubs without estimating parking and lane losses.
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 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
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What is Complete Streets design and why should we all be using it?

In the 1950s, the Air Force designed cockpits for the average pilot by measuring thousands of pilots and calculating the average for ten key physical dimensions-height, arm length, torso size, etc. They assumed most pilots would be close to average in most dimensions. When researchers actually checked, they found that out of 4,063 pilots, exactly zero were average on all ten dimensions.
Cars
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
New York Giants
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Tuesday's Headlines: It's a Tracker Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani has four days without a livable-streets disappointment and launched a project tracker to complete Adams-era stalled or killed projects.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why urban planners should strive for 'the photo album standard'

My family had Slide Show Night when I was growing up. Not every Saturday, but a whole bunch of Saturdays. Either my sister or I would be in charge of setting up the projector, the screen, and loading the carousel. During the show, there'd be a few landscapes or skylines taken during vacations, but almost all the shots were up close. Like most dads, mine wasn't a professional photographer, but he did a good job of capturing memory triggers: faces, gestures, and decorations.
Photography
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.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Health, Habitat, and Civic Infrastructure: Designing the City as a National Park

Cities around the world share a common goal: to become healthier and greener, supported by civic infrastructure that restores ecosystems and strengthens public life. The question is how to reach this. Global climate targets, local building codes, and municipal standards increasingly guide designers and planners toward better choices. Still, many cities struggle to translate these frameworks into everyday, street-level comfort and long-term ecological protection.
Environment
#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

New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

City plans bike lanes and bigger plazas for Manhattan's 14th Street busway

Manhattan's 14th Street busway will undergo major redesign with bike lanes, improved bus stops, and expanded pedestrian space following successful traffic restrictions since 2019.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

14th Street redesign: bike lanes, plazas and public workshops

Manhattan's 14th Street busway is transitioning from temporary to permanent infrastructure with protected bike lanes, expanded plazas, and upgraded bus boarding islands to enhance transit, cycling, and pedestrian safety.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Mobility Justice: Urban Equity in an Era of Innovation

Every city contains two transportation systems. One is the visible network of roads, rail lines, sidewalks, and bus routes mapped in planning documents. The other is the invisible geography of privilege and exclusion embedded within it: the neighborhoods that received highways instead of parks, the communities whose bus routes were cut, the sidewalks that abruptly end at the edge of a district.
Alternative transportation
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.
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