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Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

'Best Bikeshare in America': An Unexpected Community Launches Free, All-Electric Micromobility For Residents - Streetsblog USA

Heartland Bikeshare in Omaha offers free unlimited 60-minute rides for residents, promoting biking and challenging other communities to enhance their micromobility initiatives.
Austin
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 hours ago

Queens Civic Panel Endorses Mamdani's Super-Sized Astoria Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The community board supports Mayor Mamdani's plan for protected bike lanes on 31st Street in Astoria.
Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

Eyes on the Street: Alameda Improves Access to Cross-Alameda Trail - Streetsblog San Francisco

New ramps in Alameda will enhance access for cyclists and pedestrians between Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and the Wood Street neighborhood.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

From Barcelona to Paris, cities thrive with women in charge. It's all about sharing public space | Melissa and Chris Bruntlett

Urbanization is leading to unprecedented crises in cities, necessitating a shift in infrastructure design to prioritize accessibility and sustainability.
#traffic-safety
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 hours ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 hours ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
12 hours ago
Brooklyn

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
fromGothamist
21 hours ago
New York City

Mamdani plans redesign to Brooklyn's Linden Blvd. following spate of deaths

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
12 hours ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
New York City
fromGothamist
21 hours ago

Mamdani plans redesign to Brooklyn's Linden Blvd. following spate of deaths

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours ago

Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho

A 29-year-old woman faces attempted murder charges after a car hit pedestrians in London, leaving one woman in life-threatening condition.
fromLos Angeles Times
11 hours ago

Riderless scooter in roadway causes multicar collision on 110 Freeway in Los Angeles

The unexpected object in the middle of the highway just after midnight caused a 'multi-vehicle collision' on the northbound lanes of the 110 Freeway near Adams Boulevard.
Los Angeles
Silicon Valley
fromTESLARATI
15 hours ago

Tesla Robotaxi-only Superchargers are starting to appear

Tesla is building Robotaxi-only Superchargers as part of its integrated autonomy platform for self-driving vehicles.
East Bay food
fromMission Local
12 hours ago

Richmond Buzz: Openings, closings, and composting

Richmond Buzz expands with dedicated webpage and highlights local events including Balboa Theater's 100th anniversary and upcoming music shows.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
10 hours ago

A bookless bookstore is opening on the Bowery next month

Audible Story House opens May 1 in Manhattan, offering an immersive audio storytelling experience with high-end listening setups and community events.
Bicycling
fromMail Online
11 years ago

Bizarre one-wheel invention claims to make city cycling more practical

Halfbike combines running and cycling, offering a unique urban transport solution with a standing riding position for better balance and perspective.
Design
fromArchDaily
23 hours ago

Light Structures, Heavy Footprints? The Environmental Paradox of Lightweight Materials

Richard Serra's sculptures create a sense of lightness through the organization of mass, transforming weight into dynamic spatial experiences.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Almost half of EU's busiest flight routes are hard or impossible' to book on trains report

Europe's train ticket booking system hinders efforts to reduce reliance on polluting flights, making sustainable travel difficult for many routes.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Vigil to Be Held Monday for Pedestrian Killed In SoMa Hit-and-Run

Dannielle Spillman, a 74-year-old trans woman, was fatally struck by a driver in SoMa, prompting a vigil in her honor.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Leaving the Station: TriMet Retires Its Oldest MAX Trains - Portland Mercury

TriMet's oldest MAX Type 1 trains are being retired after nearly 40 years of service due to maintenance and accessibility issues.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

2 bicyclists hit by Daly City police car; 1 taken to hospital in serious condition, officials say

The accident occurred just before 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of Velasco Avenue and Accaia Street, involving a police vehicle and two cyclists.
California
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
#uber
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber everywhere, all at once | TechCrunch

Uber is investing in Rivian to develop autonomous R2 robotaxis for its network, with a planned rollout in 2028.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber everywhere, all at once | TechCrunch

Uber is investing in Rivian to develop autonomous R2 robotaxis for its network, with a planned rollout in 2028.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

NYC Housing Calendar, April 20-27

Upcoming housing events and affordable housing lotteries in NYC are highlighted, with specific dates and income requirements for applications.
Roam Research
fromFortune
1 day ago

Exclusive: Your delivery robot will now offer the blind real-time, on-the-ground eyes around sidewalk hazards | Fortune

Coco Robotics partners with BlindSquare to provide real-time sidewalk hazard data for visually impaired pedestrians using delivery robots.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Will Berlin get rid of its public transport ticket machines?

Berlin's transport ticket machines have stopped accepting cash, prompting officials to consider abolishing them due to high operational costs.
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago
Mission District

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Public health
from48 hills
2 days ago

SF backs away from harm reduction and Housing First - 48 hills

San Francisco's approach to drug use and homelessness has sparked debate over the effectiveness of forceful intervention versus harm reduction strategies.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Custom-made rubbish bins have finally been installed in San Francisco after a lengthy selection and design process that began in 2018.
Marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

Social for Good: How Allbirds Leverages Social Media to Amplify, Engage, and Drive Sustainable Change

Allbirds exemplifies how businesses can achieve success through sustainability and social responsibility in their operations and marketing strategies.
Independent films
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Friday Video(s): Kidical Mass, Night-Biking in Tokyo, and More - Streetsblog USA

A mini urbanist film festival featuring various videos on bike lanes, e-bikes, driverless cars, pedestrian safety, and community rides is recommended.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Wild Video Shows Delivery Robots Causing Havoc, Getting Obliterated

Delivery robots face significant safety issues in urban environments, causing disruptions and hazards while prioritizing private profit over public space safety.
#bike-lane
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago
Upper West Side

Check out plans for a new crosstown bike lane that will go through Central Park

A proposed two-way protected bike lane on 72nd Street aims to create a safe crosstown connection across Manhattan.
fromGothamist
6 days ago
New York City

Mamdani administration's new 72nd Street bike lane would link Upper East and West sides

A new bike lane on 72nd Street aims to connect cyclists between the East and Hudson Rivers, enhancing safety and accessibility.
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

Check out plans for a new crosstown bike lane that will go through Central Park

A proposed two-way protected bike lane on 72nd Street aims to create a safe crosstown connection across Manhattan.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani administration's new 72nd Street bike lane would link Upper East and West sides

A new bike lane on 72nd Street aims to connect cyclists between the East and Hudson Rivers, enhancing safety and accessibility.
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 hours ago

Waymo Is Not In The 'Vision Zero' Toolbox: Data - Streetsblog New York City

"If we can get more folks off all the roads and their personal vehicles and use the safer service which our stats show, at least in our service in the cities where we operate, we are contributing to less crashes," Anthony Perez, Waymo's northeast policy manager, stated.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
15 hours ago

Explore SF's Wastewater Cleaning Process: Free Tours (May-Oct)

Free tours of the Southeast Wastewater Treatment Plant are available from May to October.
Mission District
fromKqed
20 hours ago

For $700 a Month, Sleeping Pods Make SF More Affordable, but at What Cost? | KQED

Brownstone offers affordable sleeping pods in San Francisco, providing flexible short-term housing without traditional lease requirements.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
19 hours ago

Op-Ed | CityFHEPS can save lives if the city lets it | amNewYork

Housing is a basic necessity and right, yet many face unsafe conditions and lack of support in New York's shelter system.
#gen-z
fromAol
20 hours ago
NYC music

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

fromAol
20 hours ago
NYC music

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

NYC music
fromUSA TODAY
19 hours ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is embracing phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
NYC music
fromAol
20 hours ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is promoting phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
NYC music
fromAol
20 hours ago

Young people are crowding underground phone-free parties. I went to one.

A growing movement among Gen Z is promoting phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect with social life.
#mcguinness-boulevard
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Redesigned McGuinness Boulevard Sees Fewer Cars: DOT

The redesigned McGuinness Boulevard has increased cycling, reduced vehicle traffic, and slightly extended travel times.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 days ago
Brooklyn

Partial redesign of McGuinness Boulevard has resulted in fewer cars, more cyclists, DOT says ahead of full rollout * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Redesigned McGuinness Boulevard Sees Fewer Cars: DOT

The redesigned McGuinness Boulevard has increased cycling, reduced vehicle traffic, and slightly extended travel times.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 days ago
Brooklyn

Partial redesign of McGuinness Boulevard has resulted in fewer cars, more cyclists, DOT says ahead of full rollout * Brooklyn Paper

Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

TfL joins drive to reduce staff sickness rates

Sick days are costing the whole of the UK a lot of money, and that's one of the reasons we're involved in the prevention sprint, to look at ways to try and stop people from becoming ill in the first place.
Public health
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Protected bike lanes may soon come to 72nd Street on Upper West Side, DOT says | amNewYork

Manhattan's 72nd Street will gain a two-way protected bike lane, enhancing safety and connectivity for cyclists across the city.
#new-york-city
fromGothamist
4 days ago
New York City

Mamdani to swap parking spots for more than 6,500 curbside Empire Bins across NYC

fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
New York City

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: The Last Gasp of the Bikelash Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City's DOT is launching ambitious street redesigns, including bike lanes and bus boarding islands, despite past community opposition.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Mamdani to swap parking spots for more than 6,500 curbside Empire Bins across NYC

New York City will replace garbage bags with large trash bins to improve cleanliness and reduce rat sightings.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: The Last Gasp of the Bikelash Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City's DOT is launching ambitious street redesigns, including bike lanes and bus boarding islands, despite past community opposition.
#e-bike
Alternative transportation
fromFortune
1 week ago

a16z-backed Infinite Machine is building e-bikes that feel like mopeds. Cyclists may have qualms | Fortune

The Olto e-bike combines moped features with bike lane legality, offering a unique transit option for urban environments.
Alternative transportation
fromFortune
1 week ago

a16z-backed Infinite Machine is building e-bikes that feel like mopeds. Cyclists may have qualms | Fortune

The Olto e-bike combines moped features with bike lane legality, offering a unique transit option for urban environments.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
1 week ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: World Cup Fuss Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 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.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
9 hours ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

From Mauritius to Mumbai-Pune: Switch Mobility delivers 100 urban buses and 25 intercity coaches - Sustainable Bus

The delivery follows an initial batch of 10 buses introduced in August 2025, bringing the total number of vehicles supplied under the programme to 100. The buses have been integrated into the NTC fleet, which has historically operated an ageing vehicle base.
Alternative transportation
#autonomous-vehicles
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.
fromFast Company
3 weeks 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
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Get in gear! What to know about the TD Five Boro Bike Tour pedaling through NYC on May 3 | amNewYork

Ken Podziba, Bike New York's president and CEO, emphasized that the Five Boro Bike Tour is not a race, but an opportunity to see New York City on two wheels. He stated, 'You ride across the five bridges, and you see the skyline in front of you. You're experiencing it at street level.'
New York City
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Market, policy and operations in focus for zero-emission intercity buses, at Sustainable Bus Tour session in Bus2Bus - Sustainable Bus

Intercity bus transport in Europe is characterized by a fragmented operator landscape, including a high number of small and medium-sized companies, alongside less standardized operational patterns and frequent dual-use vehicle profiles.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

MTA Workers Park All Over Sidewalks Outside Astoria Facility - Streetsblog New York City

MTA workers are illegally parking on sidewalks outside a transit complex in Astoria, with some leaving MTA-branded high-visibility vests on their dashboards, seemingly to avoid tickets.
New York City
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Austrian carrier Blaguss introduces 12 Yutong electric coaches alongside fleet-wide solar rollout - Sustainable Bus

The introduction of 12 Yutong T12E coaches marks a significant step in Blaguss's electrification efforts, contributing to the company's broader sustainability goals and energy efficiency initiatives.
Alternative transportation
#e-bikes
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
New York City

FIRST ON amNY | DOT opens asks New Yorkers to weigh-in on e-bike charging cabinet locations with new portal | amNewYork

fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

Friday Video: Here's Why The Latest Wave of E-Bike Restrictions Are So Stupid - Streetsblog New York City

London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

FIRST ON amNY | DOT opens asks New Yorkers to weigh-in on e-bike charging cabinet locations with new portal | amNewYork

An online portal will gather public feedback on 50 potential locations for e-bike battery swapping cabinets, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

Friday Video: Here's Why The Latest Wave of E-Bike Restrictions Are So Stupid - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
#community-events
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

Florida Town Gives New Residents Free Golf Carts to Replace Their Cars - Streetsblog USA

Babcock Ranch incentivizes residents to drive less by offering free golf carts with new home purchases, promoting a community focused on alternative transportation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
Boston
fromStreetsblog
1 month 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.
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

Citi Bike is giving away unlimited free rides to New Yorkers for Earth Day

"Car-Free Earth Day is a reminder that we only have one planet-and that our streets play a critical role in our fight against climate change," said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn in an official statement.
Alternative transportation
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
Startup companies
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Friday Video: Why Micromobility Sucks in So Many American Cities (But Not In Others) - Streetsblog USA

Micromobility success varies because local factors and structural issues cause some cities' bike- and scooter-share systems to thrive while others fail.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but its not problem-free

E-scooter and e-bike parking obstructs pavements across UK cities, creating accessibility issues for elderly residents and families despite operator agreements with councils.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

App outage leaves users unable to hire bikes

The Santander Cycles app is currently down, affecting riders' ability to access bikes across the capital, Transport for London (TfL) has said. The disruption means that app users are currently unable to unlock bikes from docking stations. TfL said it was "working urgently to restore service" but could not provide a timeline for when the issue would be resolved.
UK news
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Could Refurbished E-Bikes Be the Secret Weapon of the Livable Streets Movement? - Streetsblog USA

A robust refurbished e-bike market can increase adoption rates by addressing cost barriers and quality concerns while reducing illegal e-moto proliferation.
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.
Alternative transportation
fromNature
1 month ago

Affordable mobility for all: why we need smaller, cheaper electric vehicles

Low-speed electric vehicles offer affordable, practical decarbonization for underserved populations but remain overlooked due to bias toward expensive, high-tech solutions and nationalist trade policies.
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