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As cities save lives by slowing down traffic, every 5-miles-per-hour increase on interstates increases the chances of death by 8.5 percent.| usa.streetsblog.org
This morning Culver City officially opened its Robertson Boulevard Complete Street project. Culver City Mayor Dan O’Brien cut the ceremonial ribbon before a crowd of about 60. Culver City’s Chief Transportation Officer, Diana Chang, spoke about how Robertson is now “safer for everyone” and how the project demonstrates the city’s commitment to multimodal mobility, safety,… The post Culver City Cuts Ribbon to Open Robertson Blvd Bus/Bike Facility appeared first on Streetsblog Los An...| Streetsblog Los Angeles
“That day became a turning point. Malibu has been united in one purpose — to make PCH safer for everyone.” The post Malibu Marks Two Years Since Tragic PCH Crash, Highlights Major Safety Progress appeared first on Streetsblog Los Angeles.| Streetsblog Los Angeles
This post is sponsored by Boulevard Bikes.It's getting down to the wire as Illinois legislators try to pass a transit reform and funding bill during their fall veto session, which wraps up next week from Tuesday through Thursday. If they don't approve such legislation soon, the result could be major service cuts and layoffs for the CTA, Metra, and Pace. The post Illinois State Sen. Ram Villivilam provides an update on efforts to get a transit reform/funding bill to the finish line appeared f...| Streetsblog Chicago
This post is sponsored by Ride Illinois.As we approach the the end of October, things are getting eerie. I'm not talking about spectral Halloween decorations. (Sorry, I wound up squeezing two different holiday references into this post.) Rather, I'm referring to the haunting possibility that state legislators may go home from their fall veto session, wrapping up Tuesday through Thursday of next week, without passing a transit reform and funding bill. That could result in service cuts and lay...| Streetsblog Chicago
The police chief provided information about the movements of the truck driver and bike rider before the crash, and said the department is trying to meet with IDOT. The post After a semi driver fatally struck Chance Hunnicutt, 13, on his bike in Manhattan, IL, mayor calls for “safe streets, protected crossings” appeared first on Streetsblog Chicago.| Streetsblog Chicago
This post is sponsored by Keating Law Offices.In May 2024, Juan Sebastian Arias started his current position as executive director of Elevated Chicago, an organization that helps encourage equitable transit-oriented development. Here's an interview with him from back then by Streetsblog Chicago's John Greenfield. The post Elevated Chicago’s Juan Sebastian Arias discusses how his ETOD coalition is advocating for averting the transit fiscal cliff appeared first on Streetsblog Chicago.| Streetsblog Chicago
This post is sponsored by the Active Transportation Alliance.Whether the subject is traffic safety or transit funding you can almost always count on the right-leaning Illinois Policy Institute think tank to get the story wrong when it comes to livable streets issues. The post Right-wing Illinois Policy: Transit funding plan would hurt Prairie State residents “who don’t use CTA, Metra or Pace.” Here’s why they’re wrong. appeared first on Streetsblog Chicago.| Streetsblog Chicago
DHS overstepped its authority when it attempted to tie money from the Transit Security Grant Program to the Trump administration's efforts to deport immigrants, Judge Lewis Kaplan said.| Streetsblog New York City
Will the Gateway Project be back? Or will anyone taking a train have to get to da choppa instead?| Streetsblog USA
Relying solely on vehicle automation for pedestrian detection and collision avoidance is not advised, a new study said.| Streetsblog USA
No, not the David Bowie movie — it's America's most-needed roadway safety fix.| Streetsblog USA
First responders across the country are struggling with the trauma of witnessing constant car crashes — and joining the fight for better infrastructure that prevents these tragedies before they happen.| Streetsblog USA
High car prices (and loan default rates) are a sign of a K-shaped economy where the wealthy thrive and the lower classes struggle, CNBC reports.| Streetsblog USA
"We have tried criminalizing our way out of systemic problems before; it has not worked, and it has harmed the very communities we claim to support."| Streetsblog USA
As cities save lives by slowing down traffic, every 5-miles-per-hour increase on interstates increases the chances of death by 8.5 percent.| usa.streetsblog.org
Today’s monthly CTA board meeting took place as Illinois lawmakers are getting ready to return to Springfield for the fall veto session, scheduled for October 14-16 and October 28-30. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that they will finally pass a transit funding/reform bill, permanently saving our region from previously projected 40 percent service cuts and…| chi.streetsblog.org
California hasn't updated its red light camera regulations in 30 years.| cal.streetsblog.org
As the Trump administration claws back money for sustainable modes, states have a big opportunity to fill the gap.| usa.streetsblog.org
Council Member Tiffany Caban wants Amazon to have to directly hire it's employees who make deliveries across the city.| nyc.streetsblog.org
A series of brutal deaths on U.S. roads and trains is sparking outrage on the far right – and a push for some disturbing policy solutions that will only make our country more violent.| usa.streetsblog.org
The CTA held the last of its 2025 budget town halls yesterday, allowing more members of the community to voice their concerns and opinions about the looming $771 million regional transit fiscal cliff. The event took place at Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd. While officials acknoewledged the budget crisis, it was a “good…| chi.streetsblog.org
At the Truman College event, Sen. Mike Simmons and Sen Ram Villivalam disputed claims about the transit bill from Republican senators.| chi.streetsblog.org
A top White House official signaled he'd capitalize on a recent murder on a Charlotte, N.C. train to cut funding to transit systems across the country.| usa.streetsblog.org
Corporations and policymakers aren't just promoting car dependency — they're actively making it harder to walk, bike, and move in our communities. So why is it so hard to name their enemies?| usa.streetsblog.org
More oversight for the funds created was the key to get SB 63 to the Assembly Floor.| cal.streetsblog.org
A top union boss warns that service cuts don't only inconvenience riders.| usa.streetsblog.org
Is your favorite/least favorite piece of legislation still active?| cal.streetsblog.org
Daniel Wortel-London on his new book, "The Menace of Prosperity: New York City and the Struggle for Economic Development, 1875–1981."| usa.streetsblog.org
The urbanism YouTube sphere is thriving — but who's getting the views?| usa.streetsblog.org
Out-of-class e-bikes are getting faster and more dangerous. How will it impact the image of slow-speed, pedal-assist vehicles — or even the faster riders who are responsibly sharing the road with cars?| usa.streetsblog.org
Colin Parent of Circulate San Diego on why California can't build transit.| usa.streetsblog.org
This short film offers a recipe for a great right of way, and a wealth of inspiration for communities to design for people.| usa.streetsblog.org
Trade wars in Washington are having a chilling effect on the U.S. bike market. Could selling more used cycles fill the gap?| usa.streetsblog.org
Looking to see the A's in West Sacramento? This article has the links and maps to plan your trip on bus or rail.| cal.streetsblog.org
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A 2022 report from the former Democrat promised to expand labor protections to more app delivery workers, but he won't commit to supporting Council bills trying to do just that.| nyc.streetsblog.org
Advocates call the CTC a rubber stamp for highway widening. The body didn't do anything to dispel that notion yesterday.| cal.streetsblog.org
The Denver Streets Partnership has decided to end its operation of Streetsblog Denver as of January 31, 2022.| Streetsblog Denver
Moderation is an absolute necessity to keep a community as friendly and approachable as possible. In order for a community to flourish, people need to feel safe and welcome to take part.| Community-Led Alliance
Why has the NYPD prioritized writing red-light tickets to the lightest, slowest-moving vehicles instead of doubling-down on enforcement against 3,000-pound-plus killing machines?| nyc.streetsblog.org
The Police Department boasted nabbing two would-be toll evaders with obscured plates, but more needs to be done.| nyc.streetsblog.org
The advocates and elected officials who attended and spoke are upset that IDOT and CDOT's current plan simply rebuilds the 8-lane shoreline highway with no transit lanes.| chi.streetsblog.org
Let decision-makers know it would be a huge mistake to rebuild the eight-lane shoreline highway without transit lanes during a global warming crisis.| chi.streetsblog.org
Want to import Europe's most exciting new safety law? Think strategically.| usa.streetsblog.org
City officials admitted on Wednesday that they have no plan to deal with pollution like the city is experiencing today — not even an emergency health protocol to require mandatory carpooling.| Streetsblog New York City
Two mothers whose children were killed by reckless drivers have begun a hunger strike that they'll continue until Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D-Bronx) brings to the floor a long-stalled bill that would allow New York City to set its own speed limits.| Streetsblog New York City
Covering the fight for sustainable cities| Streetsblog New York City
Voters in the City of Light could force SUV drivers to pay more to park — but even if the measure passes, more hurdles lie ahead.| usa.streetsblog.org
