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fromGothamist
6 days ago
NYC parents

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

fromGothamist
6 days ago
NYC parents

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Corentin Roudaut, who once felt overwhelmed by Paris's traffic, found renewed confidence in cycling after the establishment of a segregated bike lane on Boulevard Voltaire. He now actively participates in promoting cycling in the city, witnessing a remarkable transformation in urban mobility and safety over the last decade.
Paris food
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.
#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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

The Ford government wants the power to set transit fares in Ontario | CBC News

The Ontario government proposes to regulate transit fares to create a unified fare structure across the province.
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.brooklynpaper.com
2 days ago

Fare fight: Transit advocates push for expansion of Fair Fares program at Sunset Park subway station Brooklyn Paper

Expansion of the Fair Fares program aims to make transit affordable for over 2 million New Yorkers living at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.
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.
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.
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.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
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.
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.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

French class-action lawsuit over motorway peage charges

A French law firm is launching a class-action lawsuit against motorway operators over potentially illegal toll pricing and lack of transparency.
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Baidu's robotaxis froze in traffic creating chaos

Baidu's robotaxis malfunctioned in Wuhan, trapping passengers and causing traffic issues due to a reported system failure.
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.
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.
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Voorhees law of traffic: when overtaken slow cars seem to always catch up at a red light

Mathematics reveals that the perception of slower cars catching up at traffic lights is an illusion, as spacing remains constant on average.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
#speed-cameras
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.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days 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.
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.
#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.
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.
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
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Ontario proposing to dramatically increase fines for fare evasions on GO Transit | CBC News

Ontario is increasing fines for fare evasion on GO Transit and implementing measures to streamline transit and housing development.
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.
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.
#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.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

This major London bridge will be shut to cars until 2027 - here's how to avoid the disruption

Albert Bridge will be closed to vehicles for repairs until 2027 due to structural issues, but remains open for pedestrians and cyclists.
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.
#congestion-pricing
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Advocates Get D.C. Mayor To Release Buried Report On The Potential Benefits Of Congestion Pricing - Streetsblog USA

Washington D.C.'s delayed congestion pricing report projects 11% traffic reduction, 30% transit increase, and $667 million in revenue, yet Mayor Bowser refuses implementation despite legal mandate to release findings.
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.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
1 month ago

Congestion pricing to stay after judge rules against Trump administration

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to end New York's congestion pricing program, ruling the decision was arbitrary and capricious, and restored federal approval for the tolling system.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
New York City

Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Lessons for the Future of Congestion Pricing - Streetsblog New York City

Washington DC
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Advocates Get D.C. Mayor To Release Buried Report On The Potential Benefits Of Congestion Pricing - Streetsblog USA

Washington D.C.'s delayed congestion pricing report projects 11% traffic reduction, 30% transit increase, and $667 million in revenue, yet Mayor Bowser refuses implementation despite legal mandate to release findings.
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.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
1 month ago

Congestion pricing to stay after judge rules against Trump administration

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to end New York's congestion pricing program, ruling the decision was arbitrary and capricious, and restored federal approval for the tolling system.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
New York City

Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Lessons for the Future of Congestion Pricing - Streetsblog New York City

London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
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
Law
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

MTA Demands Albany Deal With Toll Evasion Already - Streetsblog New York City

Unpaid tolls owed to the MTA have doubled from $147 million in 2022 to nearly $350 million, with drivers ignoring mailed invoices while Albany legislators resist granting enforcement powers.
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.
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Less than 10% of pothole compensation claims are successfully paid to drivers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

English motorists filed over £10 million in pothole damage claims during 2024/25, but fewer than 10% were approved, with only £666,712 paid out from nearly 10,000 claims.
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.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Fined drivers to get refunds after LTNs scrapped

Croydon council will refund drivers fined under scrapped Low Traffic Neighbourhood schemes after a High Court ruling deemed them unlawful.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Parking Citations Are Most Frequent in the Financial District, Marina, North Beach, and SoMa

San Francisco's Financial District, Marina, North Beach, and SoMa receive the most parking citations per capita, primarily for street-cleaning violations and expired meters due to high commercial, tourist, and commuter traffic requiring heavier enforcement.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

No quick fix for London's potholes, report warns

London's road network faces a critical maintenance crisis with 20% of carriageways having less than five years of structural life remaining and a repair backlog exceeding £1.22 billion.
#bus-lane-enforcement
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.
fromHoodline
1 month ago
New York City

MTA Expands Bus Lane Enforcement in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Drivers Face Rising Fines

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.
fromHoodline
1 month ago
New York City

MTA Expands Bus Lane Enforcement in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Drivers Face Rising Fines

fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

TfL considering extra charges for SUV drivers travelling in London

Oversized models, such as large SUVs, make it harder for drivers to see people walking and cycling nearby. SUVs are 14 per cent more likely to kill people walking and cycling than other passenger cars, and 77 per cent more likely to kill children up to the age of 18 in England.
London politics
New York City
fromYahoo News
3 weeks ago

New York City's Worst Speeders and the Bill Proposed to Stop Them

New York City's ten most reckless drivers have accumulated thousands of speeding tickets and paid substantial fines, yet continue driving dangerously on city streets, highways, and school zones without meaningful consequences.
#low-traffic-neighbourhoods
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Low-traffic zones unlawful, High Court rules

Six Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in south London were ruled unlawful because their primary purpose was generating revenue through enforcement rather than improving road safety.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Low-traffic zones unlawful, High Court rules

Six Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in south London were ruled unlawful because their primary purpose was generating revenue through enforcement rather than improving road safety.
#london-traffic
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Call for congestion charges on evening rush hour

More cars entered central London after 18:00 than during the morning, prompting calls to reinstate evening Congestion Charge hours.
UK news
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A full list of all the regulations and rules that pedicabs in London will be forced to follow

TfL will introduce pedicab licensing, DBS and medical checks, vehicle safety inspections, operator premises rules and maximum fares under the Pedicabs (London) Act 2024.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why did I get a 100 parking fine when charging my electric car?

Driver received a PCN after charging at a 24-hour Mer EV charger because car-park terms prohibit parking 9pm–6am despite misleading signage.
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.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Eoin O'Malley: Congestion charges won't be popular, but they are our only way out of a jam

High congestion and driving charges for city-centre access make using the bus a more attractive option.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Councils to be given new powers to fine drivers parking on pavements

Councils will receive broader legal powers to restrict and fine pavement parking, with enforcement discretion left to local authorities' officers.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Cuts to speed limits blamed as London's roads found to be slowest of any capital city in the world

Low average speeds in London are often interpreted as extreme congestion but that misses the full picture.
London
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

M50 a 'cash cow' as drivers pay higher tolls on increasingly congested roads

The M50 motorway generates over €500,000 in tolls each working day while traffic rose from 30.5 million (2021) to an estimated 42.5 million last year.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

New powers for councils to fine pavement parkers

Councils in England will gain powers to fine motorists who cause unnecessary pavement obstruction later this year without requiring additional traffic signage.
UK news
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

This London park has introduced traffic lights and 50 fines for cyclists

New traffic-light pedestrian crossings and legal requirements for cyclists to stop at red lights are being introduced around Regent's Park to improve pedestrian safety.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Fare dodger left victim with a bleed on brain after being told off for bumping' London Tube barrier

A Tube fare dodger kicked a commuter in the head and left him with a bleed on the brain after being told off for barging through a ticket barrier. Violent thug Rikki Holmes, 33, was with a friend travelling up an escalator at London Bridge station. But when he sped up and attempted to bump the exit without paying, victim Ian McQueen grabbed Holmes' collar, causing him to stumble as they exchanged heated words.
UK news
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
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Automatic fines set to begin on B68, B60 and M57 bus routes Friday

CITYWIDE - THE MTA ON Wednesday issued a notice that Automated Camera Enforcement fines are set to begin on Friday, Feb. 6, on the B68, B60 and M57 bus routes. Vehicles caught improperly using busways and bus lanes, blocking bus stops or illegally double parked will receive summonses that start at $50 and escalate to $250 for repeat violators. Bus routes with automated enforcement on average have increased speeds by 5%, with some corridors seeing gains as high as 30%, according to the authority.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Friday's Headlines: Redesign Not Crackdowns Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A lot of what we can do at DOT is ... is focusing on designing our streets, designing our infrastructure, to make it easier for delivery workers to make safe choices, to operate safely, to reduce conflicts between them and other users, whether that's basically wider bike lanes that can accommodate a wider range of users,
New York City
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