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Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
20 hours 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.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
7 hours ago

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Over half of students in the shelter system were chronically absent, highlighting the need for increased support from city and state authorities.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day 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.
fromThe Nation
15 hours ago

In Princeton, a Housing Plan Sparks a Neighborhood War

One resident of Princeton's Western Section told the room, 'Those of us who own historic homes are subsidizing the community' - and was met with applause.
East Bay real estate
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 hours ago

CDFIs could draw institutional capital for climate projects

There is a strong desire for collaboration between institutional investors and community development financial institutions, but barriers exist due to perceived risks and lack of standardization.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 hours 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.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
4 hours ago

From cancer care to school buses - emergency group lists key public services hardest hit by nationwide fuel blockade

Protests are severely disrupting fuel supply, impacting emergency and health services across Ireland.
#housing-affordability
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Trending: employer housing benefits narrow affordability gaps

Private sector employers are increasingly offering housing benefits to help workers afford living closer to their jobs amid rising housing costs.
#climate-change
Environment
fromFast Company
15 hours ago

This new interactive map shows which NYC blocks are most vulnerable to flooding

Climate change threatens New York City with flooding, as over one-fifth of the city is identified as vulnerable 'Blue Zones'.
Environment
fromNature
5 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
Environment
fromFast Company
15 hours ago

This new interactive map shows which NYC blocks are most vulnerable to flooding

Climate change threatens New York City with flooding, as over one-fifth of the city is identified as vulnerable 'Blue Zones'.
Environment
fromNature
5 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 hours ago

For dozens displaced by West Berkeley apartment fire, it's been a week of loss and stress

Residents displaced by a fire in West Berkeley face deep loss, anxiety, and the challenge of rebuilding their lives amidst ongoing responsibilities.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
11 hours 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.
US politics
fromKqed
4 days ago

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
16 hours 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.
New York City
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Potholes and progress: Mamdani reflects on 100 days as New York's mayor

Mamdani's first 100 days included childcare reforms, pothole fixes, and debates over affordability policies in New York City.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

Research suggests people who grew up with very little and later accumulated real wealth don't feel wealthy - they feel temporarily safe, and there's a difference - Silicon Canals

Scarcity significantly reduces cognitive performance, impacting decision-making and mental bandwidth, regardless of actual intelligence.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
19 hours ago

I grew up lower middle class and the thing nobody explains is how the financial anxiety doesn't leave when the money arrives. You can have six months of savings and still feel the phantom weight of an empty account because your nervous system was calibrated in a house where the math never quite worked and it stored that frequency permanently - Silicon Canals

Chronic stress from childhood financial instability affects adult behavior and emotional responses to money.
Public health
fromThe Nation
1 day 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.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
1 day ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
#affordable-housing
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago
East Bay real estate

Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

Rooted program provides affordable housing for educators in Oakland, alleviating financial stress and promoting community investment.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
NYC real estate
fromEpicenter NYC
1 day ago

Ending soon: Two affordable housing lotteries in Brooklyn - Epicenter NYC

New housing lotteries in Brownsville and Prospect Heights offer affordable apartments for various income levels.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Karen Bass seeks City Council approval for $360-million affordable housing, using 'mansion tax' funding

Los Angeles plans to allocate over $360 million for affordable housing projects, funding 80 initiatives to create and repair over 4,000 housing units.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
fromMitchell Hashimoto
4 days ago
Software development

The Building Block Economy

Building blocks for software development prioritize quantity over quality, enabling massive adoption and growth in user engagement.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Rebuilding permits in Altadena have picked up, but construction lags and financial woes loom

Recovery for fire survivors in Altadena is progressing, but many remain uncertain and have not yet started rebuilding.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day 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.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Debate over last-mile delivery bill heats up in first City Council hearing | amNewYork

Intro 518 aims to regulate last-mile delivery facilities for worker safety but faces opposition due to potential job losses.
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
Media industry
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

60 Minutes Review of High-Speed Rail: A Lukewarm Look at the Project - Streetsblog California

CBS' 60 Minutes segment on high-speed rail in California lacked depth and sensationalism, failing to capture the project's progress and challenges.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 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.
Pittsburgh Steelers
fromWPXI
1 day ago

PPG, Highmark among firms advising remote work as Draft brings road closures

Major employers in Pittsburgh are advising employees to work remotely during the NFL Draft week due to expected traffic and road closures.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 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.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

I Know Why My Son Moved Back Home. I'm Scared to Find Out Why He's Staying.

A conversation about living arrangements and financial contributions is necessary between the father and son.
France politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

'We Were Not Ready for This': Lebanon's Emergency System Is Hanging by a Thread

Lebanon faces a humanitarian crisis with nearly 1 in 5 people displaced by Israeli attacks, struggling with inadequate digital infrastructure.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Wu releases $4.9 billion budget proposal amid 'difficult moment' for city's finances

Boston's proposed budget for fiscal year 2027 is $4.9 billion with a 2.1% spending increase, the smallest since 2009.
Digital life
fromEarth911
2 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Home renovation plans hold steady despite affordability hurdles

Home renovations are primarily funded through personal savings, driven by the need for functionality and a shortage of housing supply.
Women in technology
fromBusline News
3 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.
#transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
New York City

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Transportation stakeholders give Mamdani high marks on streets agenda, but more work to be done on buses | amNewYork

Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Transportation stakeholders give Mamdani high marks on streets agenda, but more work to be done on buses | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani prioritizes transportation improvements, focusing on faster buses and safer streets, but faces challenges in implementing fare-free bus service.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day 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.'
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
17 hours 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.
Austin
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
3 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
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The solution to America's energy crisis starts with homes

Home solar and storage systems provide energy independence during severe storms, highlighting the need for a shift in America's energy infrastructure approach.
Brooklyn
fromBronx Times
14 hours ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | How the Bronx feeds all of New York City- but struggles to feed itself - Bronx Times

The Bronx food distribution center supports local jobs but limits community access to affordable food.
#urban-logistics
#housing-development
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Not everyone who keeps a small social circle is protecting their energy. Some of them built a wide one once, watched it reveal exactly how many people would show up during an actual emergency, and quietly restructured around the answer - Silicon Canals

Small social circles often result from past crises that reveal true friendships, rather than a preference for fewer connections.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Divided San Jose council approves police housing preference - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Police Department personnel will receive priority in a new housing program, despite criticism regarding fairness to other city workers.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 day ago

The Tiny Home That Proves You Don't Have to Downsize Your Family to Downsize Your Life - Yanko Design

The Harmony measures 34 feet long and 8.5 feet wide, making it road-legal across North America without a special permit. Inside, the floor plan stretches to 423 square feet, thoughtfully designed for family living.
Real estate
#housing-crisis
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago
NYC real estate

A Millennial Making $113K Just Apologized To Gen Z After Realizing They Can't Afford Their '06 Apartment

from48 hills
3 days ago
East Bay (California)

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

NYC real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
NYC real estate
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

A Millennial Making $113K Just Apologized To Gen Z After Realizing They Can't Afford Their '06 Apartment

Rising rents have significantly outpaced wage growth, making housing increasingly unaffordable for younger generations.
East Bay (California)
from48 hills
3 days ago

In Oakland, a tiny-home community is forced back onto the streets - 48 hills

Eviction of the 3rd and Peralta tiny home community in Oakland leaves residents, like Dennis, without support or resources for permanent housing.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
4 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.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 days ago

The Squamish Nation's Impossibly Simple Solution to Vancouver's Housing Crisis | The Walrus

Sen̓ák̓w development by the Squamish Nation represents a significant return of land and a unique housing solution in Vancouver.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 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.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 week ago

The ROAD Act passed by the Senate aims to expand America's housing supply. It's likely to shrink it instead | Fortune

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to limit single-family home rentals to address the housing shortage.
fromwww.bxtimes.com
1 day ago

Governor Hochul announces congestion pricing is funding air quality improvements at Hunts Point Market Bronx Times

Congestion pricing has been a once-in-a-lifetime success story, leading to cleaner air, better transit and faster and safer traffic throughout the city. We knew that to do this right, we had to bring real air quality improvements directly to parts of New York City that have been neglected for far too long.
New York City
Public health
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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.
#housing-market
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This might be the best time to buy a home in years, depending on where you live

America's housing market is shifting towards favoring buyers, with two-thirds of major markets now classified as balanced or buyer-friendly.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

The housing market is fragmenting as local trends diverge

The housing market shows stability, but regional performance is diverging, affecting deal closures amid rising mortgage rates.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This might be the best time to buy a home in years, depending on where you live

America's housing market is shifting towards favoring buyers, with two-thirds of major markets now classified as balanced or buyer-friendly.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

The housing market is fragmenting as local trends diverge

The housing market shows stability, but regional performance is diverging, affecting deal closures amid rising mortgage rates.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

SF Has a New Homelessness 'Czar,' and He Comes to the Job From Massachusetts

Mike is a lifelong public servant, having led Massachusetts' Medicaid program, a $23 billion agency that serves nearly 2 million residents. He is an expert in connecting health care and homelessness services, and he has seen the power of integrating primary care, treatment, and social supports to keep people healthy and housed.
Mission District
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.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

You're bleeding Bay Area transit's budget with this Clipper card quirk

A shift in rider behavior is increasing credit and debit card fees, prompting a proposal for an additional $500,000 to cover costs.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Ontario municipalities say they're at critical' point, call on province to fill $4B funding gap | CBC News

Municipalities in Ontario face a $4 billion funding shortfall for provincial responsibilities, impacting infrastructure projects and social services.
fromPadailypost
1 day 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
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

Trump Wants to Slash Federal Funding for Public Transit, Rail (Again) - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration proposes significant cuts to federal transportation funding, impacting public transit and passenger rail programs, unless Congress intervenes.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Meet the new head of City Planning

I understood at a very early age how much place matters and how impactful government services can be on one's life. The Mayor's Office of Equity and Racial Justice was really focused on working with agencies to think about how they're addressing inequity, whether it's through budget as a lever or personnel as a lever, procurement, policymaking. But land use is a lever as well.
NYC politics
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Report Finds Stark 'Recreation Deserts' in Brooklyn

Brooklyn faces significant recreation deserts, lacking essential facilities for physical and mental health, with funding for recreation drastically reduced over the years.
#curb-management
fromCurbed
2 days ago
New York City

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
3 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
fromCurbed
2 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
3 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.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 days ago

Where are Brooklyn's "recreation deserts," and what can be done to fix them? * Brooklyn Paper

"Brooklyn has always been a place where movement is part of daily life. But today, Brooklynites, like all New Yorkers, are moving less, feeling more isolated and dealing with elevated rates of chronic diseases."
Brooklyn
#new-york-city
fromKOMO
2 days ago
New York City

New York City Mayor Mamdani says his plan for free buses won't happen in 2026

New York City
fromKOMO
2 days ago

New York City Mayor Mamdani says his plan for free buses won't happen in 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's promise of free buses will not be fulfilled this year, with hopes for 2026 instead.
New York City
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
New York City
fromQNS
2 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.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 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.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.
fromArchDaily
4 weeks 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
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

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

A unified convening champions transportation equity as federal programs, oversight, and policies are cut, disrupted, and repurposed in ways that deepen existing injustices.
Real estate
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

High-End Construction Really Does Help Everyone

Expanding market-rate and subsidized housing can lower citywide prices by creating cascading vacancies that let lower-income households move into cheaper units.
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