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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Coins? Cards? Apps? The hell that is paying for parking in L.A.

Finding parking in the L.A. area has long been a hassle, but paying for parking can be just as odious with various payment options across different cities.
LA real estate
#rats
#homelessness
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
5 months ago

Google Maps Lists an Oakland Homeless Encampment as Homeless Encampment, Hilarity Ensues

A vacant lot in East Oakland humorously listed as 'Homeless Encampment' on Google Maps reflects social tensions.
Public mockery highlights serious issues of homelessness and urban neglect.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

L.A. landlord stops blasting "Baby Shark" tune to drive off homeless following complaints

Playing children's music to deter homeless individuals highlights growing tensions between businesses and the homeless crisis in urban areas.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
5 months ago

Google Maps Lists an Oakland Homeless Encampment as Homeless Encampment, Hilarity Ensues

A vacant lot in East Oakland humorously listed as 'Homeless Encampment' on Google Maps reflects social tensions.
Public mockery highlights serious issues of homelessness and urban neglect.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.
fromQNS
4 months ago
NYC parents

Trials and tribulations of trash: New bin law aims for cleaner streets but faces resistance and delays - QNS

New York City's trash bin laws face challenges in implementation due to confusion, complaints, and logistical issues.
The initiative aims to reduce trash and address rodent problems.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

RV fireball torches NYC diner from 'Goodfellas,' sparking calls for camper crackdown

A fire at the GoodFellas Diner reignited concerns over illegal RVs in NYC's outer boroughs, prompting mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa to call for action.
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.
fromQNS
4 months ago
NYC parents

Trials and tribulations of trash: New bin law aims for cleaner streets but faces resistance and delays - QNS

#public-safety
#san-francisco
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Let Chi Osse Explain

"... jobs grew 22 percent and people poured into the city. But housing grew only 4 percent, creating a scarcity that caused prices to soar."
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

What We Get Wrong About Violent Crime

Ludwig’s work exemplifies Kahneman's theory, as the impulsive actions during the incident highlight the tragic outcomes of System 1 thinking in high-stress situations.
Black Lives Matter
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 79 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Stolen bins and unwanted guests at Mission Hiring Hall

Increased police presence has made streets feel safer for local workers.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Row erupts as Frankfurt plans help centre for crack addicts

Public health officials believe that opening a new help center for crack addicts in Frankfurt's Bahnhofsviertel could significantly help those suffering from addiction.
Germany news
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 67 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: All quiet on the other plaza

Community dynamics influence the perception of safety and cleanliness in urban areas.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Here are NYC's worst litterers - the generation, gender may not surprise you

"It's depressing," said Anthony, a Queens resident in his 80s who has to clean up other people's litter from his own Whitestone property between two and four times a week. "I pay high taxes and it's sort of disappointing. It gets you upset also to see that nobody does nothing about it."
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Monday's Headlines: 'We Speak English in America' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch's approach involves issuing criminal summonses to cyclists, raising concerns about the conduct of officers as seen in troubling video footage.
NYC politics
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

Around 10:00 a.m., sheriff's deputies patrolling the area on foot surrounded a man being cited for narcotics use, which reflected ongoing law enforcement action against drug-related issues in the neighborhood.
Mission District
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 6th May 2025

London faces challenges with unlawful short-term rentals and halted housing developments.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Dublin's a difficult place to trade, there's a lawlessness around here,' says owner of store looted during riots

Paul Gallagher expressed concern that the current situation in Dublin's north inner city is deteriorating, saying, "Despite an increased Garda presence, lawlessness remains prevalent and people avoid the area."
London politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

European Anti-Tourism Groups Plan June 15 Disruptions

Travelers to Europe, mark your calendars. On June 15, activists across southern Europe will protest against tourism, highlighting its negative impacts such as overtourism.
Barcelona
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago

Croydon neighbourhood says anti-social behaviour spills over' into quiet road

Residents of Oval Road feel abandoned as anti-social behavior escalates in their neighborhood, exacerbated by their exclusion from Croydon's Public Space Protection Order, creating a spillover effect.
London politics
NYC parents
fromFox News
3 months ago

Children on playgrounds targeted by drug runners with candy-colored 'trash cans': DEA agent warns

Drug dealers are innovating by using colorful "trash cans" to package drugs, indicating a shift in distribution methods.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'It sends the wrong message' - Molly Malone's stewards will face tricky task keeping statue safe from groping tourists

Earlier this week, the statue of Molly Malone became the center of an unusual and disrespectful act as both locals and tourists engaged in grabbing her breasts.
London music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Birmingham's Garbage Strike Leaves Trash Piled High and Rats on the Rise

A pungent smell of rotting garbage fills the air. Bulging sacks of trash pile high, some spilling their festering contents. And, with vermin plaguing parts of the city, at least one resident has claimed to have been bitten by a rat.
London politics
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Tuesday's Headlines: A Pretty Normal Commute Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Secretary of Transportation criticized NYC's subway system, prompting local responses and reflections on public transport satisfaction.
fromMission Local
4 months ago

S.F. police a step closer to gaining powers against illegal street vending

Street vendors, led by Idalia Lopez, advocate for SB 276 to empower police against illegal vendors, aiming to ensure safety and protection for permitted vendors.
fromMission Local
4 months ago

Accountability: Keeping the 16th Street BART Plazas clean

On quieter days - and during earlier crackdowns - it is also a place where local men and women who live in the city's SROs can hang out and get some fresh air.
Mission District
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Tuesday's Headlines: The Summit of Political Life Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Support for congestion pricing is growing among voters, especially city Democrats, indicating a potential political shift.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

New York City needs a hero, but what we have is Andrew Cuomo as the next mayor

Andrew Cuomo is running for mayor of New York City, focusing on the city's urgent issues.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Maureen Dowd's new book takes on 'notorious' figures - including a dig at 'ventriloquist' Jill Biden

Maureen Dowd calls Jill Biden 'our ventriloquist first lady' in her new book, highlighting first ladies' roles in culture.
Miscellaneous
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago

Monday's Headlines: Presidents Day Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams face political scrutiny as calls for resignation arise amid local unrest.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

Japan struggles to address growing number of empty houses

Japan faces a housing crisis with millions of abandoned homes, posing threats of ghost neighborhoods and increased social spending on elderly care.
London
fromianVisits
6 months ago

The London Buzz - 20th January 2025

London homeowners face doubling of council tax bills from April under new rules.
Controversial Scientology advertisement at a Tube station shocks commuters.
Suspected World War Two bombs found at a South London shopping centre.
Police respond to public safety concerns with a recent arrest for weapon possession.
fromStreetsblog
8 months ago

Monday's Headlines: Another Fatal Flight from Police Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The tragic incident involved a driver fleeing from police who collided with a cyclist in Harlem, highlighting the dangers linked with reckless driving and police pursuits.
Miscellaneous
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