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Nation's first congestion pricing plan makes a comeback in New York City

New York City revives its congestion pricing program, implementing a $9 toll for peak hour entry into Manhattan to alleviate traffic and pollution.

Congestion Pricing to Start Sunday, After Last-Minute Meeting With Judge

New York's congestion pricing plan is set to begin, with revenues aimed at public transport upgrades.
Legal challenges from New Jersey did not halt the implementation of the congestion toll.

New York City's Traffic Crisis as Congestion Pricing Begins

Congestion pricing in NYC highlights manufactured congestion due to aggressive urban planning and parking reductions.

Congestion pricing begins in NYC in a high stakes test for the model's U.S. viability

Congestion pricing of $9 during peak hours has been implemented in Manhattan to alleviate traffic congestion and raise funds for transit upgrades.

All You Need to Know About NYC's Congestion Pricing

New York City will implement a Congestion Relief Zone toll for drivers entering lower Manhattan starting January 5, 2025.

Congestion Pricing Has Begun in New York City. Here's How It Works.

Congestion pricing is now implemented in New York City to alleviate congestion and support mass transit funding.
The program is projected to generate $15 billion for upgrades despite initial political pushbacks.

Nation's first congestion pricing plan makes a comeback in New York City

New York City revives its congestion pricing program, implementing a $9 toll for peak hour entry into Manhattan to alleviate traffic and pollution.

Congestion Pricing to Start Sunday, After Last-Minute Meeting With Judge

New York's congestion pricing plan is set to begin, with revenues aimed at public transport upgrades.
Legal challenges from New Jersey did not halt the implementation of the congestion toll.

New York City's Traffic Crisis as Congestion Pricing Begins

Congestion pricing in NYC highlights manufactured congestion due to aggressive urban planning and parking reductions.

Congestion pricing begins in NYC in a high stakes test for the model's U.S. viability

Congestion pricing of $9 during peak hours has been implemented in Manhattan to alleviate traffic congestion and raise funds for transit upgrades.

All You Need to Know About NYC's Congestion Pricing

New York City will implement a Congestion Relief Zone toll for drivers entering lower Manhattan starting January 5, 2025.

Congestion Pricing Has Begun in New York City. Here's How It Works.

Congestion pricing is now implemented in New York City to alleviate congestion and support mass transit funding.
The program is projected to generate $15 billion for upgrades despite initial political pushbacks.
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#public-transport

How to use public transportation to see NYC's best holiday lights without the hassle

The MTA promotes mass transit to alleviate holiday traffic during gridlock alert days in NYC.

Paris drivers warned of fines as city begins limiting traffic in parts of centre

Paris is implementing a limited traffic zone to reduce congestion and promote sustainable transport options.

Controversial bus lane set for return to operation

Redbridge Council reinstated the Woodford Avenue bus lane during rush hours, accommodating both public transport efficiency and local residents' concerns about traffic disruption.

Greenwich streets to get restrictions during rush hour very soon

Greenwich Council is implementing new traffic restrictions to manage rush hour through traffic using number plate recognition cameras.

How to use public transportation to see NYC's best holiday lights without the hassle

The MTA promotes mass transit to alleviate holiday traffic during gridlock alert days in NYC.

Paris drivers warned of fines as city begins limiting traffic in parts of centre

Paris is implementing a limited traffic zone to reduce congestion and promote sustainable transport options.

Controversial bus lane set for return to operation

Redbridge Council reinstated the Woodford Avenue bus lane during rush hours, accommodating both public transport efficiency and local residents' concerns about traffic disruption.

Greenwich streets to get restrictions during rush hour very soon

Greenwich Council is implementing new traffic restrictions to manage rush hour through traffic using number plate recognition cameras.
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#urban-planning

Tracking the effects of Congestion Pricing in New York

New York's toll program for congested areas shows promise in reducing traffic according to early data analysis.
Student-driven projects can provide valuable insights in urban traffic management studies.

Legal challenge against mayor Lutfur Rahman's bid to axe Tower Hamlets LTNs begins at High Court

The SOSS group opposes the removal of LTNs, citing community benefits and a flawed decision-making process by local leadership.

The five-minute city: inside Denmark's revolutionary neighbourhood

The 15-minute and 5-minute city concepts aim to enhance urban living but face backlash from conspiracy theorists misinterpreting their intentions.

SF residents divided over Measure K to permanently close portion of Great Highway to cars

Measure K successfully passing means a two-mile section of San Francisco's Great Highway will permanently close to vehicles, creating a new oceanfront park.

North Oakland slow streets project is postponed after local outcry

The Oakland Department of Transportation postponed a street diverter project after residents objected due to lack of communication.

Singapore to increase road capacity by GPS tracking vehicles

Singapore's transition to ERP 2.0 utilizes GPS for flexible congestion management, aiming to increase road capacity and control vehicle numbers effectively.

Tracking the effects of Congestion Pricing in New York

New York's toll program for congested areas shows promise in reducing traffic according to early data analysis.
Student-driven projects can provide valuable insights in urban traffic management studies.

Legal challenge against mayor Lutfur Rahman's bid to axe Tower Hamlets LTNs begins at High Court

The SOSS group opposes the removal of LTNs, citing community benefits and a flawed decision-making process by local leadership.

The five-minute city: inside Denmark's revolutionary neighbourhood

The 15-minute and 5-minute city concepts aim to enhance urban living but face backlash from conspiracy theorists misinterpreting their intentions.

SF residents divided over Measure K to permanently close portion of Great Highway to cars

Measure K successfully passing means a two-mile section of San Francisco's Great Highway will permanently close to vehicles, creating a new oceanfront park.

North Oakland slow streets project is postponed after local outcry

The Oakland Department of Transportation postponed a street diverter project after residents objected due to lack of communication.

Singapore to increase road capacity by GPS tracking vehicles

Singapore's transition to ERP 2.0 utilizes GPS for flexible congestion management, aiming to increase road capacity and control vehicle numbers effectively.
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#public-safety

As Swifties prepare to flood Toronto, experts advise crowd safety awareness | CBC News

Toronto is preparing for Taylor Swift's concerts with additional safety measures due to expected crowd dynamics and traffic challenges.

Marin supervisors back Richmond-San Rafael Bridge bike-lane experiment

Marin supervisors support trial bike lane removal four days a week to alleviate traffic congestion and improve commute conditions.

Saturday Links: Funding Secured for New Traffic Lights Near Great Highway

Investment in traffic signals on Lincoln Way aims to resolve delays created by Prop K.
Community engagement is essential in addressing missing persons with mental health issues.
Isolation contributes significantly to radicalization, as demonstrated by recent investigations.
The introduction of curbside EV charging stations reflects a push for sustainable transportation options.

M25, A2, and A282 overnight closures set to start in 2025

National Highways will implement temporary overnight road closures for maintenance on M25, A2, and A282 starting January 2, 2025.

Temporary traffic lights in place after vandalism left junctions with no signals

Temporary traffic lights were installed after vandalism left major junctions in Rainham without signals for four days.

As Swifties prepare to flood Toronto, experts advise crowd safety awareness | CBC News

Toronto is preparing for Taylor Swift's concerts with additional safety measures due to expected crowd dynamics and traffic challenges.

Marin supervisors back Richmond-San Rafael Bridge bike-lane experiment

Marin supervisors support trial bike lane removal four days a week to alleviate traffic congestion and improve commute conditions.

Saturday Links: Funding Secured for New Traffic Lights Near Great Highway

Investment in traffic signals on Lincoln Way aims to resolve delays created by Prop K.
Community engagement is essential in addressing missing persons with mental health issues.
Isolation contributes significantly to radicalization, as demonstrated by recent investigations.
The introduction of curbside EV charging stations reflects a push for sustainable transportation options.

M25, A2, and A282 overnight closures set to start in 2025

National Highways will implement temporary overnight road closures for maintenance on M25, A2, and A282 starting January 2, 2025.

Temporary traffic lights in place after vandalism left junctions with no signals

Temporary traffic lights were installed after vandalism left major junctions in Rainham without signals for four days.
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#winter-travel

Map: How bad is Tahoe traffic right now?

Real-time digital maps like Caltrans' QuickMap and NVroads are essential for avoiding traffic congestion when traveling to Lake Tahoe in winter.

Contraflow system to be put in place on M20 due to busy Christmas traffic

Operation Brock's contraflow system on the M20 ensures smooth traffic flow during the holiday season, anticipating disruptions at Kent ports.

Map: How bad is Tahoe traffic right now?

Real-time digital maps like Caltrans' QuickMap and NVroads are essential for avoiding traffic congestion when traveling to Lake Tahoe in winter.

Contraflow system to be put in place on M20 due to busy Christmas traffic

Operation Brock's contraflow system on the M20 ensures smooth traffic flow during the holiday season, anticipating disruptions at Kent ports.
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#road-closures

Roads across Bromley could be closed for 18 months for electrical works

Utility Line's road closures for electricity upgrades will last up to 18 months, affecting major roads and local traffic.

All the road closures coming to Dartford in the run up to Christmas

Dartford drivers should prepare for nine planned road closures and potential delays leading up to Christmas.

Roads across Bromley could be closed for 18 months for electrical works

Utility Line's road closures for electricity upgrades will last up to 18 months, affecting major roads and local traffic.

All the road closures coming to Dartford in the run up to Christmas

Dartford drivers should prepare for nine planned road closures and potential delays leading up to Christmas.
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#road-safety

Toronto could pass largest road safety budget in Vision Zero's history | CBC News

Toronto plans to increase its road safety program budget by 25% to enhance Vision Zero efforts amid ongoing fatalities and injuries.
Significant funding is proposed to improve intersections and install more speed enforcement cameras to enhance road safety.

Your Car Might Be Making Roads Safer

Connected-car data significantly enhances traffic management and safety by providing real-time insights not available to transportation agencies.

Road safety campaigners lose high court challenge against Tower Hamlets mayor

Campaigners lost a high court case against the removal of low traffic neighbourhoods, which the mayor defended as fulfilling democratic mandate and addressing traffic issues.

Major motorway closure warning this weekend

Motorway closure at Junction 1 of the M20 for safety improvements, enhancing road user safety and requiring less future maintenance.

Toronto could pass largest road safety budget in Vision Zero's history | CBC News

Toronto plans to increase its road safety program budget by 25% to enhance Vision Zero efforts amid ongoing fatalities and injuries.
Significant funding is proposed to improve intersections and install more speed enforcement cameras to enhance road safety.

Your Car Might Be Making Roads Safer

Connected-car data significantly enhances traffic management and safety by providing real-time insights not available to transportation agencies.

Road safety campaigners lose high court challenge against Tower Hamlets mayor

Campaigners lost a high court case against the removal of low traffic neighbourhoods, which the mayor defended as fulfilling democratic mandate and addressing traffic issues.

Major motorway closure warning this weekend

Motorway closure at Junction 1 of the M20 for safety improvements, enhancing road user safety and requiring less future maintenance.
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Daylighting: Can Muni and AC Transit Get with the Program? - Streetsblog San Francisco

Muni buses in Richmond District block visibility at intersections, raising safety concerns for pedestrians.
#public-petition

Sadiq Khan urged to scrap Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel tolls as 37,000 sign petition

The Silvertown Tunnel's peak-time charges are intended to manage traffic and improve air quality, but face significant local opposition.

Calls made to scrap Blackwall and Silvertown tolls

Public outcry against proposed tolls for Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels emphasizes concerns about increased traffic costs affecting everyday life.

Sadiq Khan urged to scrap Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel tolls as 37,000 sign petition

The Silvertown Tunnel's peak-time charges are intended to manage traffic and improve air quality, but face significant local opposition.

Calls made to scrap Blackwall and Silvertown tolls

Public outcry against proposed tolls for Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels emphasizes concerns about increased traffic costs affecting everyday life.
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Low traffic zone 'for select few' will make traffic worse for everyone else

The proposed traffic restrictions are seen as benefiting a select few while creating new problems for the broader community.

Major construction on 101 begins near popular Calif. beach

Caltrans will replace worn bridges on Highway 101 to improve structural safety and traffic flow.
#holiday-travel

Tijuana once again sets up additional checkpoint at California border crossing

Mexican authorities are introducing new security checkpoints at the San Ysidro Port of Entry to enhance safety and manage holiday traffic.

The golden rules of travelling at Christmas

Plan travel days carefully to avoid peak holiday traffic.
Book transportation early to ensure availability and better prices.
Consider sending gifts directly to the destination to save travel space.

Tijuana once again sets up additional checkpoint at California border crossing

Mexican authorities are introducing new security checkpoints at the San Ysidro Port of Entry to enhance safety and manage holiday traffic.

The golden rules of travelling at Christmas

Plan travel days carefully to avoid peak holiday traffic.
Book transportation early to ensure availability and better prices.
Consider sending gifts directly to the destination to save travel space.
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#silvertown-tunnel

Car drivers will have to pay up to 4 to use Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels

Drivers will face daily charges to use both Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels starting next spring.
Off-peak rates are available only through a pre-enrollment inTfL's auto-pay scheme.

Southbound Blackwall Tunnel set for shutdown TONIGHT

Blackwall Tunnel will close southbound tonight for essential works linked to the new Silvertown Tunnel.

Car drivers will have to pay up to 4 to use Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels

Drivers will face daily charges to use both Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels starting next spring.
Off-peak rates are available only through a pre-enrollment inTfL's auto-pay scheme.

Southbound Blackwall Tunnel set for shutdown TONIGHT

Blackwall Tunnel will close southbound tonight for essential works linked to the new Silvertown Tunnel.
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Multicar crash temporarily closes eastbound Highway 84 on Thanksgiving night

Highway 84 had significant traffic disruption due to a multicar crash, but all lanes reopened within an hour.

Mobility Committee hears public concern regarding expansion of MoPac - Austin Monitor

CTRMA's MoPac expansion project faces public scrutiny amid concerns of increased traffic and environmental impacts, highlighting the need for aligning development with community values.

Friday Video: School Streetspalooza - Streetsblog New York City

Creating car-free school zones enhances safety for children.
More communities are advocating for school streets to protect kids.

'Let's not make it a political football' - petition on LTN scheme rejected

The Camden Council's traffic management scheme faces significant community pushback due to concerns about its design and the consultation process.

The ultimate guide to Heathrow's drop-off zones: Navigating 2024 changes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Utilizing designated lanes and real-time updates at drop-off areas can ease airport traffic congestion and streamline passenger flow.

Chick-fil-A Tries to Tame the Delivery Chaos

Chick-fil-A is opening a second location in Brooklyn to alleviate traffic issues and improve safety for delivery workers.

The Importance of Effective Queue Management in High-Traffic Areas

Effective traffic management in high-traffic areas enhances safety and customer experience while preventing financial losses.

New Zealand Airport Puts Hugs on a Timer

Dunedin Airport limits hugs to three minutes to improve traffic flow and create quick farewells in the drop-off zone.

Toronto bike lanes on Bloor, Yonge and University could be entirely removed: Ontario minister | CBC News

Proposed regulation may allow removal of bike lanes on major Toronto streets, exceeding sectional cuts, amid concerns over traffic congestion and safety.
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