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California
fromSFGATE
11 hours ago

$2.5 million bridge over Highway 101 planned in Northern California

$2.5 million in federal funds will be used to design and build a pedestrian bridge over Highway 101 on tribal lands in California.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
9 hours ago

Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard is finally getting safer

Linden Boulevard will undergo a redesign for safer crossings, bus lanes, and pedestrian islands starting in late 2026.
#waymo
#urban-design
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Opinion: Don't Design Grand Army Plaza For 2007 - Build It For The Future - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza's redesign aims to transform it into a significant urban space for Brooklyn's future, inspired by visionary leadership and advocacy.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
#london
London
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Woman fighting for life after car crashes into pedestrians on central London street

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
London
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Woman fighting for life after car crashes into pedestrians on central London street

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

SFPD Arrests Driver In Chinatown Crash That Killed One Pedestrian, Injured Another

The gentleman was trying to park in a parking spot and lost control of his vehicle, drove across the street and unfortunately hit two folks on the sidewalk.
San Francisco
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

One person dead and one with life-threatening injuries' after car hits pedestrians outside Melbourne showgrounds

A grey Toyota mounted the kerb on Langs Road and struck two pedestrians just before 5pm, police said in a statement.
London politics
#hit-and-run
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Panhandler killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run was struck by two SUV drivers: NYPD

A homeless panhandler in Brooklyn was fatally struck by two hit-and-run SUV drivers on Linden Boulevard, with neither driver remaining at the scene.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Panhandler killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run was struck by two SUV drivers: NYPD

A homeless panhandler in Brooklyn was fatally struck by two hit-and-run SUV drivers on Linden Boulevard, with neither driver remaining at the scene.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

Mayor Gloria's Budget Has Deep Cuts for Safety and Bicycle Program for the San Diego Department of Transportation - Streetsblog California

San Diego's draft Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposes significant cuts to city services, including critical transportation safety programs.
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
Mission District

Police Arrest Mercedes Driver Suspected In Fatal SoMa Hit-and-Run, With Baby In Car

fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

1 dead, 1 injured: SF driver trying to park his car plows into building

Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Police Arrest Mercedes Driver Suspected In Fatal SoMa Hit-and-Run, With Baby In Car

A Mercedes driver, not a pickup truck driver, was arrested for fatally striking a man in San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Victim in deadly SF Chinatown crash ID'd; concerns raised about pedestrian safety, elderly drivers

A 76-year-old driver killed a pedestrian in Chinatown, prompting calls for improved safety measures for pedestrians and senior drivers.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

1 dead, 1 injured: SF driver trying to park his car plows into building

One person died after a car jumped the sidewalk in San Francisco's Chinatown, hitting two pedestrians and crashing into a building.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

SF Father Walks 50 Miles In One Day to Raise Awareness For Pedestrian Safety

Local father Harrison Anderson completed a 50-mile trek around San Francisco to raise awareness about pedestrian safety and funds for Walk SF advocacy group.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

SF dad on a mission to raise awareness of pedestrian deaths, walks 50 miles in single day

A San Francisco resident walked 50 miles in one day to raise awareness about pedestrian safety following recent fatal incidents in the city.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

New Plan Announced to Limit Traffic Around Grand Army Plaza

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes transforming Grand Army Plaza into a pedestrian plaza to enhance safety and public space.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

fromCbsnews
1 week ago
Brooklyn

NYC DOT hopes to connect Grand Army Plaza's Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch with Prospect Park

New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Hit-and-Run Kills 44-Year-Old Near Ocean Avenue

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn, raising concerns about pedestrian safety in the area.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 weeks 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
fromFOX 5 New York
1 week ago

Mamdani proposes redesign of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza to boost safety

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza redesign prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while reducing vehicle access, creating new public space.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

A Grand' design: Mamdani proposes eliminating car traffic in part of Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes redesigning Grand Army Plaza to eliminate car traffic and enhance pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

NYC DOT hopes to connect Grand Army Plaza's Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch with Prospect Park

The Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while improving traffic flow.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 weeks ago

Breaking: Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Woman on Deadly Ocean Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Hit-and-Run Kills 44-Year-Old Near Ocean Avenue

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn, raising concerns about pedestrian safety in the area.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 weeks 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.
#boston
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

New rules just kicked in for delivery drivers in Boston. Here's what to know.

Boston requires delivery companies to obtain permits to enhance pedestrian safety and manage traffic congestion.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week 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.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn Woman Arrested in Broadway Junction Hit-and-Run

Zaria Pope faces felony charges for fleeing a deadly crash that killed a pedestrian in Brownsville last summer.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks 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.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Man dies after crash in Cork; gardai at scene of serious crash involving bus and pedestrian in Dublin

Multiple fatal and serious traffic incidents occurred in Ireland, involving pedestrians and vehicles, prompting appeals for witnesses and technical investigations.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Woman dies after being struck by lorry in Donegal; gardai at scene of serious crash involving bus and pedestrian in Dublin

A series of serious pedestrian collisions involving vehicles occurred in Donegal and Dublin, resulting in fatalities and injuries, prompting appeals for witnesses.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Gardai at the scene of serious crash involving bus and pedestrian in Dublin

We are currently at the scene of a serious road traffic collision on the junction of Terenure Cross, Terenure, Dublin 6W involving a bus and a pedestrian.
London food
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Massive showing expected at San Mateo City Hall Monday in support of family struck at crosswalk

Community demands immediate action for pedestrian safety after a father and children were injured in a crosswalk accident.
fromStreetsblog California
3 weeks ago

Buffy Wicks Pushes Legislation to Cut Red Tape for Transformational Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects - Streetsblog California

"Too often, California makes the best transportation projects fight the hardest for approval. AB 1976 starts to change that by modernizing outdated rules, limiting unreasonable process hurdles, and creating a clearer path to safer, more people-oriented streets," said Marc T. Vukcevich, Director of State Policy, Streets For All.
California
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Maimonides EMTs suspended after fatal ambulance hit and run in Midwood, officials say

Two EMTs were suspended after their ambulance hit and killed a woman in Brooklyn and fled the scene.
#brooklyn-bridge
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks 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
fromNew York City, NY Patch
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan Entrance Redesigned For Bikes And Pedestrians

The Brooklyn Bridge's Manhattan entrance will be redesigned to enhance safety and access for cyclists and pedestrians before the FIFA World Cup.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
3 weeks ago

Tesla FSD mocks BMW human driver: Saves pedestrian from near miss

Tesla's Full Self-Driving software anticipates pedestrian intent better than human drivers, demonstrating superior safety and reaction times.
#traffic-accident
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

One Person Killed, Another Seriously Injured By Driver Who Crashed Into Building In SF's Chinatown

A 76-year-old driver crashed into a building in Chinatown, resulting in one death and one serious injury.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Two women on sidewalk struck by taxi cab on Lower East Side over the weekend

A taxi cab lost control on the Lower East Side, jumped a curb, and struck two women on a sidewalk, with both expected to recover.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Chaotic video shows car fly across street and smash into scaffolding outside NY Buffalo Wild Wings

An 80-year-old driver's SUV became airborne at a White Plains intersection, crashed through scaffolding at Buffalo Wild Wings, and miraculously injured no pedestrians despite heavy foot traffic.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

One Person Killed, Another Seriously Injured By Driver Who Crashed Into Building In SF's Chinatown

A 76-year-old driver crashed into a building in Chinatown, resulting in one death and one serious injury.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Two women on sidewalk struck by taxi cab on Lower East Side over the weekend

A taxi cab lost control on the Lower East Side, jumped a curb, and struck two women on a sidewalk, with both expected to recover.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Chaotic video shows car fly across street and smash into scaffolding outside NY Buffalo Wild Wings

An 80-year-old driver's SUV became airborne at a White Plains intersection, crashed through scaffolding at Buffalo Wild Wings, and miraculously injured no pedestrians despite heavy foot traffic.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 weeks ago

Mamdani Will Upgrade Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan-Side Entrance By June - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's administration will construct a new bike lane and pedestrian entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge, enhancing safety and accessibility.
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
4 weeks 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.
#nyc
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

NYC DOT says FIFA World Cup is prompting the need for more bike lanes in Lower Manhattan

NYC will expand sidewalks and upgrade bike lanes in preparation for FIFA World Cup crowds this summer.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

NYC DOT says FIFA World Cup is prompting the need for more bike lanes in Lower Manhattan

NYC will expand sidewalks and upgrade bike lanes in preparation for FIFA World Cup crowds this summer.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Eyes on the Street: Progress on Folsom Streetscape Project - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Folsom Streetscape Project aims to improve traffic safety and livability along this important corridor, prioritizing non-motorized modes of travel as part of the City's Vision Zero high-injury network.
SOMA, SF
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Man dies after falling into path of Muni bus, SFMTA says

A Muni bus struck and killed a pedestrian who fell into its path on Geary Boulevard.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Man Killed By 38-Geary Bus Near SF's Union Square After Apparent Fall Into Street

We are deeply saddened to share that at approximately 6:50 a.m. this morning, a 38 Geary bus was travelling west (outbound) on Geary Boulevard near Keany Street, when a male pedestrian reportedly fell from the sidewalk and made contact with the Muni bus.
San Francisco
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Santa Rosa Quietly Approves Additional Mall Parking in Pedestrian and Art Plaza; Activists Appeal - Streetsblog California

Santa Rosa Plaza's pedestrian plaza is being replaced with parking spaces, raising concerns about cyclist and pedestrian safety.
#ninth-avenue
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Ninth Avenue is getting a 'super sidewalk' and a bunch of other exciting upgrades

A redesign of Ninth Avenue aims to improve pedestrian space, bike lanes, and bus service ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: Nice on Ninth Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Department of Transportation announced a redesign for Manhattan's Ninth Avenue to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety ahead of the World Cup.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Memorial held for family of 4 killed in SF West Portal crash as driver expected to plead no contest

A memorial for a family killed by an elderly driver emphasizes the need for safer streets in San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Commentary: How a T-Rex Costume and a Police Sting Underscores Bay Area's Deadly Driver Problem - Streetsblog San Francisco

Distracted drivers pose a severe threat to pedestrians and cyclists; phone use causes drivers to miss even highly visible targets, resulting in preventable deaths with minimal legal consequences.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Cybertruck gets long-awaited safety feature

Tesla's anti-dooring protection feature for Cybertruck uses existing cameras to detect approaching cyclists, pedestrians, or vehicles and prevents door opening if hazards are detected in blind spots.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Woman, 45, killed in Newton crash

A 45-year-old woman died in a two-car collision in Newton that occurred at 4:30 p.m. on Walnut Street and Judith Road, with her vehicle subsequently striking a tree.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Mayor Mamdani's Daylighting Budget Covers Tiny Fraction of the City - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's proposed funding for hardened daylighting covers only 500 locations annually, representing 0.16 percent of eligible intersections despite pedestrian safety risks.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Safe Street Rebel' Group Installs Plastic Pillars to Slow Traffic Where Toddler Was Killed

Intersections are the most deadly part of our roads. Our simple change shortens crossing distances for people walking while slowing down turning cars. The wide, skewed intersection creates poor sightlines and encourages fast turns, which the group said the buffer posts address by narrowing the roadway and tightening turns to slow drivers.
Mission District
Fundraising
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Council in Louth seeks NTA green light to kick-start 2m Xerox junction upgrade in Dundalk

Active Travel funding cuts force Dundalk council to prioritize the Xerox junction for the R132 Pathfinder project, combining 2026 and 2027 allocations to deliver safer pedestrian access across the Inner Relief Road.
California
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Op-ed: Sausalito Continues its Quest to Delay Crosswalk Daylighting - Streetsblog San Francisco

California's AB 413 daylighting law mandates 20-foot clear zones at crosswalks to improve pedestrian visibility, yet Sausalito has delayed implementation 14 months after the January 2025 effective date while pursuing a $63,000 consultant contract.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

Parents of Burlingame 4-year-old Killed in Crash Sue City, Young Driver | KQED

Parents of a 4-year-old killed by a vehicle on a Burlingame sidewalk filed a lawsuit against multiple parties, alleging preventable failures including an 11-year-old operating an e-bike with a passenger in violation of safety guidelines.
#traffic-fatality
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Transportation Department dump truck driver strikes and kills 31-year-old Queens woman | amNewYork

A Department of Transportation dump truck driver struck and killed a 31-year-old pedestrian in Queens while making a right turn onto Lefferts Boulevard.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Motorist Careens onto North Beach Sidewalk, Killing Pedestrian - Streetsblog San Francisco

A driver killed a pedestrian and injured a scooter rider in a North Beach collision; the vehicle was reportedly traveling in reverse at high speeds, and the driver was released with paperwork without arrest.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Transportation Department dump truck driver strikes and kills 31-year-old Queens woman | amNewYork

A Department of Transportation dump truck driver struck and killed a 31-year-old pedestrian in Queens while making a right turn onto Lefferts Boulevard.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Motorist Careens onto North Beach Sidewalk, Killing Pedestrian - Streetsblog San Francisco

A driver killed a pedestrian and injured a scooter rider in a North Beach collision; the vehicle was reportedly traveling in reverse at high speeds, and the driver was released with paperwork without arrest.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month 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.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Man killed by hit-run driver in Brooklyn right near where 4-year-old boy fatally struck

Two fatal hit-and-run incidents occurred within five blocks in Brooklyn's Brownsville neighborhood within two days, with a 4-year-old boy killed Thursday and an unidentified man killed Saturday.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Van driver jailed for killing 'amazing' university student in The Strand 'pedal confusion' crash

A van driver was sentenced to eight years in prison for causing death by dangerous driving after crashing into a pedestrianised area and killing a King's College London student sitting on a bench.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Mamdani 'Fully Confident' in DOT Commissioner Despite Daylighting U-Turn - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani expressed confidence in DOT Commissioner Flynn despite Flynn opposing the mayor's campaign pledge to ban parking at intersections through universal daylighting.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: NYPD Placard Chaos Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officers illegally use parking placards to avoid enforcement, and dangerous street design in Brooklyn has caused hundreds of crashes and injuries since 2022.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Hit-And-Run Driver Kills 4-Year-Old At Dangerous Brooklyn Crossing - Streetsblog New York City

The intersection of Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Parkway is designed for danger. Since January 2022, there have been 368 reported crashes in just a three-block radius of the intersection, injuring 215 people, including 29 pedestrians, 11 cyclists and 175 people inside cars, according to city stats mapped by Crash Count.
Brooklyn
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Zohran Mamdani ditches campaign pledge on NYC intersections in latest flip-flop

Mayor Mamdani abandoned his campaign promise for universal daylighting at all intersections, instead adopting a case-by-case approach to parking restrictions near crosswalks.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Bus driver who seriously injured e-scooter rider when he ran red light in his car avoids losing licence

Svetoslav Trifonov (46) was driving his car along Malahide Road in north Dublin when he went through a light that had changed from green to red, knocking down the woman as she attempted to cross the road.
US news
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

After Jersey tightens e-bike regs, groups renew New York City push | amNewYork

New Jersey's e-bike registration and licensing law sparks debate in New York City, with supporters citing safety and accountability benefits while critics worry about burdensome costs and compliance impacts on delivery workers.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Mamdani's DOT Endorses Adams's 'Unacceptable' Opposition To Universal Daylighting, Stunning Abreu - Streetsblog New York City

The previous administration suggested unhardened daylighting is more dangerous than no daylighting at all? Is that correct? DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn, a Mamdani appointee, said it was. So is that your position? Yes, Flynn answered, but soft. So for the record, the administration believes that unhardened daylighting is more dangerous than no daylighting at all. I think there's a lot of skepticism in this room about that.
NYC politics
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Sunbelt Cities Rank Last in National Street Safety Index - Streetsblog USA

Sunbelt cities have significantly higher pedestrian and traffic safety risks compared to older northern and coastal cities due to car-centric design and suburban sprawl patterns.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Probe into Gilroy traffic fatality finds driver failed to yield

A teen driver failed to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk, killing a mother and father in Gilroy on January 16, with visual obstructions identified as contributing factors.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

San Francisco's empty tree wells can be hazardous. Here's how supervisor is trying to fix it

Empty tree wells across San Francisco create tripping hazards, attract litter, and pose safety risks to pedestrians walking city streets.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

'Broadway Vision': City Will Revamp Six More Blocks By 2031 - Streetsblog New York City

New York City will spend $156 million to expand bike lanes, pedestrian plazas, and sidewalks on Broadway between 21st and 27th streets, with completion targeted for 2031.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Traffic safety improvements made in Oakland's Chinatown to ensure safe routes to schools

Look what we've seen so far. We have motor coaches loading. We have delivery trucks coming through. We had a fire truck a minute ago. We have everything coming through here. We have walkers. We have people using walkers. We have cyclists. And this is a very important area, and we're going to continue to focus on safety in Chinatown.
Alternative transportation
#road-deaths
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'An unimaginable loss' - girl (16) and Kildare couple killed in separate weekend crashes named locally

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Girl (16) killed alongside dog in Navan hit-and-run named as road death toll surges with seven deaths over weekend

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

'An unimaginable loss' - girl (16) and Kildare couple killed in separate weekend crashes named locally

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Girl (16) killed alongside dog in Navan hit-and-run named as road death toll surges with seven deaths over weekend

Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'She was just walking her dog' - girl (16) killed in hit-and-run among seven dead in worst 24-hour road toll in decade

Seven people died on Irish roads within 24 hours, including a 16‑year‑old hit‑and‑run victim, pushing road fatalities above last year’s total.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

LinkNYC launches 'Rules of the Road' campaign to teach cyclists traffic laws * Brooklyn Paper

Fueled by the expansion of protected bike lanes and bike-sharing systems like Citi Bike, cycling is increasingly becoming a preferred mode of transportation for many New Yorkers. According to data from the NYC Department of Transportation , the number of daily cycling trips rose 64% between 2013 and 2023. A survey from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene found that more than 762,000 New Yorkers ride a bike regularly.
Brooklyn
Chicago
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Large Area of Chicago Bans Delivery Robots After Resident Outcry

Chicago residents and their 1st Ward alderman blocked delivery-robot expansion due to pedestrian safety, accessibility, and data-hoarding concerns.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

18th St. is one of Oakland's most dangerous. Here's how the city is fixing it

According to Oakland transportation department staff who spoke at a recent infrastructure committee meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, the city is expected to remove driving lanes in what's called a "road diet," and add crosswalks, buffered bikeways, and pedestrian islands. These changes are part of the 18th Street Complete Streets Paving Project, which has been in the planning stages for years - and has long been on the wish list of area residents.
East Bay (California)
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Report: Pedestrians Are At Risk ... Where You'd Least Expect It - Streetsblog New York City

City DOT underestimates pedestrian volumes on outer-borough streets, underclassifies busy segments, and produces higher per-pedestrian injury risk in parts of Brooklyn and Queens.
East Bay real estate
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Eyes on the Street: Shrinking the Gap Between Fruitvale BART and the Cross-Alameda Trail - Streetsblog San Francisco

Eastern Alameda construction will add a roundabout, safer bike/ped lead-up, and an off-street trail connection, but the Fruitvale/Miller Sweeney bridge gap remains.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Assembly Member Colton urges traffic study on Bath Avenue after 11-year-old killed * Brooklyn Paper

Colton, a Democrat who represents Gravesend, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Dyker Heights, sent a letter on Feb. 9, urging the city's Department of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive traffic study of Bath Avenue, where the fatal collision occurred days earlier. A copy of the letter was sent to the mayor's office.
Brooklyn
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Gilroy parents demand safety changes after couple killed in crash outside school

GILROY, Calif. (KGO) -- Parents say safety changes are needed outside a Gilroy school where a mother and father were hit and killed by a car. They are now pleading for safer pathways around schools after Andrew and Stacia Stuart were hit and killed while in a crosswalk on January 16th during school drop-off. The parents leave behind 7-year-old twins.
California
Public health
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Walking in Queens: Why the Borough Remains One of NYC's Most Dangerous for Pedestrians amNewYork

Vision Zero infrastructure changes, especially Queens Boulevard's redesign, reduced pedestrian fatalities, yet pedestrians in Queens continue to face significant daily risks.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

What Happens When the Snow Doesn't Melt?

This past week in New York City, fifteen inches of snow fell and more than twenty-two hundred snowplows pushed it away. Twelve thousand miles of sidewalk were shovelled. Two hundred and nine million pounds of salt were spread, and, after it got really bad, two hundred thousand gallons of calcium chloride, a chemical ice melt, were deployed. Sometimes the work you do leaves its mark; sometimes it doesn't.
New York City
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose: Pedestrian killed in collision at Story and King roads

A pedestrian was killed near Story and King roads in San Jose, the city's second pedestrian death in three days; investigators are examining the collision.
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Gov. Hochul's Car Insurance Proposal is a Disaster for Crash Victims' Rights - Streetsblog New York City

New York's proposed budget would remove the 90-day "serious injury" category, shifting medical and financial burdens from drivers and insurers onto victims.
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