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Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours 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
13 hours 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.
#cycling-safety
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days 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.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Video: Authorities Seize 85 Bikes After Cyclists Attempt to Take Over Bay Bridge

85 cyclists were detained for recklessly riding on the Bay Bridge, posing serious safety risks to themselves and motorists.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days 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.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Video: Authorities Seize 85 Bikes After Cyclists Attempt to Take Over Bay Bridge

85 cyclists were detained for recklessly riding on the Bay Bridge, posing serious safety risks to themselves and motorists.
Austin
fromPadailypost
2 days 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.
#brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 day ago
Boston

NYC mom of two ID'd after being killed by Brooklyn ambulance - that kept driving after hitting her

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

This Brooklyn Roundabout Will Gain Protected Bike Lanes

Construction of a two-way protected bike path along Ocean Avenue will enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians near Prospect Park.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Construction to kick off on bike lane upgrades next to Prospect Park

Brooklyn's Prospect Park is set to receive a new protected bike lane and pedestrian improvements, enhancing safety and accessibility.
Boston
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

NYC mom of two ID'd after being killed by Brooklyn ambulance - that kept driving after hitting her

A Brooklyn nurse, Cherry Cayetano Sobel, was struck and killed by a Maimonides Medical Center ambulance that did not stop.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

DOT's Greenpoint Greenway Project Doesn't Dream Big Enough - Streetsblog New York City

The new Brooklyn waterfront greenway project on Commercial Street is insufficient to meet the growing demand for pedestrian and bike space.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

This Brooklyn Roundabout Will Gain Protected Bike Lanes

Construction of a two-way protected bike path along Ocean Avenue will enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians near Prospect Park.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Construction to kick off on bike lane upgrades next to Prospect Park

Brooklyn's Prospect Park is set to receive a new protected bike lane and pedestrian improvements, enhancing safety and accessibility.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 days ago

The Hopkins Street battle is back: Berkeley reopens 'toxic' debate over bike lane

Cyclists protested for protected bike lanes on Hopkins Street, but city officials shelved the project, leading to ongoing safety and mobility concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

National app could end parking headaches for drivers

The National Parking Platform initiative aims to simplify parking payments by allowing drivers to use one app for multiple services.
Environment
from99% Invisible
2 days 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.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
California
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Group wants to put town's use of parking lots on the ballot

Residents of Los Altos seek a ballot initiative to protect downtown parking plazas from changes without public voting.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Cyclist (20s) dies following collision with truck in Dublin city centre

A cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene of an incident in Dublin, prompting ongoing investigations and traffic disruptions.
London food
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Free DLR and bus journeys near Silvertown Tunnel get last-minute extension

Free DLR and bus services at Silvertown tunnel extended until May 26, 2026.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Can we design trouble out of the 16th St. BART plazas?

A major redesign plan for the 16th St. BART plazas is set to begin, focusing on community engagement and improved public space aesthetics.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

Viral Newport Beach Road Rage Incident Leads to Arrest, Highlights Limits of Painted Bike Lanes - Streetsblog California

A violent road rage incident against cyclists in Newport Beach led to an arrest and raised concerns about driver behavior and bike infrastructure.
fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days 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.
#traffic-safety
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days 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.
London politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

To Save Lives - And The Theater - Let's Ban Cars From Broadway - Streetsblog New York City

Banning private vehicles in New York's Theater District is essential to prevent further pedestrian deaths and injuries from traffic accidents.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days 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.
London politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

To Save Lives - And The Theater - Let's Ban Cars From Broadway - Streetsblog New York City

Banning private vehicles in New York's Theater District is essential to prevent further pedestrian deaths and injuries from traffic accidents.
SOMA, SF
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Op-Ed: Don't Blow Sunday Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's budget cuts threaten the Sunday Streets program, vital for community health and cohesion, by eliminating significant funding from the Department of Public Health.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Councils pressed to use universal parking app to cut 'unfair' fines

The government is promoting a nationwide parking payment app to reduce fines and simplify payments for drivers across England.
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

A new two-lane bike lane will (finally!) connect Union Square and the Brooklyn Bridge

Lower Manhattan is set to receive significant bike and pedestrian upgrades ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
2 days ago

Rebuilding Place in the Urban Space

Siloed transit planning hinders effective connections between projects like IBX and Penn Station Access, limiting regional transit network potential.
New York City
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
fromFast Company
5 days 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
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Less than two weeks into the job, Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann was grilled by politicians over the reliability of its service

Billy Hann aims to improve Dublin Bus services through structural changes informed by his aviation background.
London food
fromianVisits
6 days ago

Lea Bridge station set for new ticket hall, gates and cycle hub in long-planned rebuild

Reconstruction of Lea Bridge station entrance is set to begin in summer 2026, enhancing accessibility and facilities after six years of planning.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Police stop attempted Bay Bridge takeover by 85 unruly cyclists, seizing their bikes

Police and California Highway Patrol officers stopped a planned takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of cyclists Saturday afternoon, authorities said.
San Francisco
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
#vision-zero
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 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.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 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.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
#congestion-pricing
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Expert Analysis | Congestion pricing survives federal challenge for now | amNewYork

The court upheld New York City's congestion pricing program, rejecting attempts by the U.S. Department of Transportation to rescind federal approval.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Expert Analysis | Congestion pricing survives federal challenge for now | amNewYork

The court upheld New York City's congestion pricing program, rejecting attempts by the U.S. Department of Transportation to rescind federal approval.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week 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.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Is Linden Blvd NYC's new 'Boulevard of Death?' 9 dead in crashes on street since 2021.

Linden Boulevard has been labeled the 'Boulevard of Death' due to multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents and ongoing traffic dangers.
#brooklyn-bridge
New York City
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan Entrance Gets Protected Bike Lane

A dedicated bike lane and pedestrian entrance at the Brooklyn Bridge will be completed before the FIFA World Cup to ease congestion.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week 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.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

The entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge is getting a massive upgrade

A redesign of the Brooklyn Bridge's Manhattan entrance will improve pedestrian and cyclist access ahead of the World Cup.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan Entrance Gets Protected Bike Lane

A dedicated bike lane and pedestrian entrance at the Brooklyn Bridge will be completed before the FIFA World Cup to ease congestion.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week 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.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Wednesday's Headlines: We 404'd The Times Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The New York Times often fails to credit Streetsblog for local coverage, relying instead on their content management system for information.
Alternative transportation
fromianVisits
4 days ago

London's delivery riders get dedicated cycle hubs in push to tidy up gig economy

Cycle hubs in London provide e-bike rentals and maintenance for couriers, addressing their unique challenges and promoting safer, more efficient cycling.
New York City
fromHoodline
5 days ago

PATH Commute From Jersey City to WTC Back on Track After Terminal Fix

PATH service between Journal Square and World Trade Center resumed normal operations after mechanical issues were resolved.
East Bay (California)
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Caltrans Rips out Oakland Bike Lanes - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrans removed bike lanes in Oakland during a freeway project without public notification, forcing cyclists to share lanes with high-speed traffic on major commute routes.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Prospect Park is getting major bike lane upgrades

A $15.5 million project will enhance Prospect Park's east side with protected bike lanes, a pedestrian plaza, and a redesigned park entrance.
Boston
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

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

Cambridge's investment in high-comfort bikeways has driven a 250 percent increase in citywide bicycle traffic since 2004, with even greater growth in areas with upgraded infrastructure.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Monday's Headlines: Mamdani's Missing Link Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani allocated $43 million for the QueensWay, while QueensLink advocates seek support for future transit options on the same route.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 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.
Boston
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

How to Tell the Story of a Highway Teardown - Streetsblog USA

Ian Coss's podcast 'The Big Dig' explores Boston's highway teardown project, and his Highway Teardown tour examines similar infrastructure reimagining efforts across twelve American cities.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 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.
London politics
fromianVisits
3 weeks 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.
#urban-planning
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks 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
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
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC will add more pedestrian and bike space, extend bus lane on Ninth Avenue ahead of World Cup | amNewYork

Ninth Avenue in Manhattan will be redesigned to enhance pedestrian and cyclist space ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

MTA's Lieber Asks City to Put More Cops on Bus Lane Enforcement - Streetsblog New York City

The MTA Chairman requests increased NYPD traffic enforcement agents to clear bus lanes at chronic bottleneck locations, as bus-mounted cameras alone cannot physically remove illegally parked vehicles or enforce against exempt emergency and municipal vehicles.
Social justice
fromFast Company
1 month 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.
#low-traffic-neighbourhoods
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Action urged over violence against transport staff

Nearly 10,500 cases of workplace violence against London transport staff were recorded annually, causing serious injuries including broken bones and noses, with many incidents unreported.
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
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
Digital life
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

Stuck in a London Traffic Jam - How to Stay Chill

London drivers lost 91 hours to traffic, 10‑km trips average over 33 minutes; commuters cope with mobile gaming, music, podcasts, language apps, and phone calls.
Environment
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Confirmed: Non-Driving Infrastructure Creates 'Induced Demand,' Too - Streetsblog USA

Building high-quality multimodal infrastructure increases cycling and transit use and can reduce car travel when combined with supportive policies.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Give cyclists priority at lights, says Lime boss

"Cyclists shouldn't be left on red," Stevenson wrote in an article for news website MyLondon. The traffic light system that prioritises buses contains sensors, so they know when buses are approaching. They can stay green for longer when a bus is approaching, or switch from red to green more quickly if a bus is waiting. "These lights should also allow cyclists to pass through without waiting," Stevenson said.
UK news
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Cyclists face new traffic lights in Regent's Park

Three signal-controlled pedestrian crossings will be installed on Regent's Park Outer Circle to improve pedestrian safety, with fines for cyclists running red lights.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

14th Street busway redesign: NYC asks public for input on adding bike lanes, improved infrastructure | amNewYork

Manhattan's 14th Street busway will be upgraded with bike lanes, improved bus stops, and enhanced pedestrian spaces through a public comment process launching this month.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks 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.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
2 months ago

I Have Never Trusted Drivers - Here's How I Ride Safer Without Stopping Because of Them

Assume drivers won't see you; stack visibility, motion, lighting, positioning, and situational awareness so drivers cannot ignore you while continuing to ride safely.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Under oath, Mayor Mamdani's DOT chief declines to commit to bus and bike lane mandates

NYC Transportation Commissioner Flynn avoided committing to the 2019 streets master plan mandate requiring 30 miles of annual bus lanes and 50 miles of protected bike lanes, despite Mayor Mamdani's campaign promise to revive the law.
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
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: New York's Strongest Edition - Streetsblog New York City

DSNY kept 90% of 8,169 snow-or-ice sidewalk complaints 'in progress' despite a 24-hour resolution rule, closing only 10% with most marked 'no condition'.
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