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fromPadailypost
4 hours ago

Menlo Park abandons news rack fee

"I don't support the fee. It's hard enough to get the word out to residents," said Councilman Jeff Schmidt. "We may not always like how the coverage shakes out but we're big boys and girls."
Media industry
California
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Police seeing an increase in e-bike violations

Palo Alto police report increased traffic law violations by student e-bike riders, prompting discussions on safety measures and education.
fromChris Gibbons
1 month ago
Software development

The Accessibility Problem Isn't Design. It's Engineering. | gbbns.co

Accessibility requires specialized front-end expertise, not just checklist compliance.
fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Yellow box junction downsized after 2m fines

A recent ruling by London Tribunals ordered the council to cancel any penalty charge notices (PCNs) after adjudicators found the enforcement area to be 'disproportionately large' and 'fundamentally flawed'.
London politics
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Deaths involving two-wheeled devices have nearly doubled in NYC since 2025

NYC experiences a significant rise in fatal crashes involving motorcycles, scooters, and e-bikes, with deaths up nearly 86% compared to last year.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Contributor: How Spanish speakers are shut out of L.A.'s planning processes

Spanish is integral to Los Angeles culture, yet Spanish-speaking residents are often excluded from key decision-making processes.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
23 hours ago

3 people injured in Etobicoke crash involving police car | CBC News

Three people were injured in a two-vehicle collision involving a police car in Etobicoke.
#brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Tuesday's Headlines: Close The Gap Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn Council members urge the DOT to close critical gaps in the protected bike lane network for enhanced cyclist safety.
fromHoodline
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Bath Beach Impound Lot Fire Destroys Dozens Of Cars

A fast-moving fire in Brooklyn's impound lot destroyed around two dozen cars, but no injuries were reported.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Close The Gap Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn Council members urge the DOT to close critical gaps in the protected bike lane network for enhanced cyclist safety.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Bath Beach Impound Lot Fire Destroys Dozens Of Cars

A fast-moving fire in Brooklyn's impound lot destroyed around two dozen cars, but no injuries were reported.
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

Urban Truth Collective: The One-Hour City Conspiracy - Streetsblog USA

"The '15-minute city' model is based on the original concept of a city: having the things we want and need closer to where we live. The idea is that we should be able to get to our everyday essentials within, ideally, 15 minutes on foot, bike, or public transit."
France news
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Staten Islanders: Save Us From 'Super Speeder Cop' - Streetsblog New York City

Residents are frustrated with NYPD Officer James Giovansanti's reckless driving, accumulating numerous speeding tickets without consequence.
Mission District
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Two Delivery Bots Blunder Into the Middle of a Police Incident, Have Awkward Standoff

Delivery robots often create disruptions and safety concerns in urban environments.
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

One Neighborhood, One Day, Three Kids Injured By Drivers - Streetsblog New York City

Three pre-teens were injured in separate traffic incidents in South Williamsburg on Friday, all sustaining minor injuries and taken to Bellevue Hospital.
#autonomous-vehicles
Cars
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Mowing Down Simulated Elephants Could Help Self-Driving Cars Prepare For the Chaos of Real Life Streets

New benchmark for testing self-driving cars introduces random scenarios to improve model robustness and address limitations in current training methods.
Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
Cars
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Mowing Down Simulated Elephants Could Help Self-Driving Cars Prepare For the Chaos of Real Life Streets

New benchmark for testing self-driving cars introduces random scenarios to improve model robustness and address limitations in current training methods.
Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
London
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Car crashes through shop window in Dublin city centre

A car crashed through a window on James Joyce Street, prompting a response from firefighters to lift it out.
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Campbell council closes housing development loophole - San Jose Spotlight

Campbell residents partially succeeded in closing a loophole allowing multifamily developments on occupied lots, but existing projects remain approved.
Boston
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Driverless taxi veers into London crime scene

A Waymo driverless taxi entered a police cordon in London, prompting an apology and an investigation into the incident.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Sunnyvale officials say license plate cameras prevent crime - San Jose Spotlight

ALPRs have become an active solution. It's not perfect, but hearing from some of the jewelry store owners tonight, it makes them feel safe. It makes their customers feel safer, changing their procedures and working with them, all that, but we will never have enough police officers to monitor and catch every stolen vehicle coming into the city.
Privacy technologies
Information security
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Attackers could disable all of a city's public EV chargers

Rented IoT infrastructure prioritizes user convenience over security, exposing them to denial of service attacks and vulnerabilities.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
21 hours ago

London council scales back controversial yellow box after it raked in 2 million from motorists

Croydon Council modified the Addiscombe Road junction after fines of nearly 2 million were deemed unfair due to flawed enforcement areas.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

As home invasions rise, some Toronto residents take security into their own hands | CBC News

Home invasions in Toronto have surged, prompting residents to enhance security measures like window film to deter intruders.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

CHP cracking down on speeding with 24-hour statewide 'Maximum Enforcement Period'

California Highway Patrol's Maximum Enforcement Period targets speeding drivers to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and improve road safety.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

San Mateo overhauls dangerous intersection to better protect pedestrians, cyclists

Safety improvements at a dangerous San Mateo intersection include protected bike lanes, new signals, and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Lots' of potential: Menin says City Council will launch advisory group to cut red tape, develop small vacant sites for new housing | amNewYork

"We're talking about revitalizing our neighborhoods and rebuilding our communities that are facing blight and abandonment. We're also talking about adding tax dollars to our revenue stream and creating new economic opportunities."
East Bay real estate
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

'Unacceptable': Mamdani Condemns Super Speeder Cop, But Won't Commit to Action - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani condemned officer Giovansanti's traffic violations but did not commit to disciplinary action.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Wild video shows person dangling off Bay Bridge to avoid police

A man evaded police by clinging to the Bay Bridge after a stolen vehicle chase, ultimately surrendering without incident.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
#toronto
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

100 bricks came 'raining down' after a truck took out a telecom line. So far, no one's taking responsibility | CBC News

Residents demand improved safety measures after repeated incidents of trucks damaging telecommunications lines and property.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Stretch of Gardiner Expressway closed this weekend for maintenance, city says | CBC News

Toronto motorists face Gardiner Expressway closure for maintenance, while Don Valley Parkway off-ramp to Richmond Street reopens ahead of schedule.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

100 bricks came 'raining down' after a truck took out a telecom line. So far, no one's taking responsibility | CBC News

Residents demand improved safety measures after repeated incidents of trucks damaging telecommunications lines and property.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Stretch of Gardiner Expressway closed this weekend for maintenance, city says | CBC News

Toronto motorists face Gardiner Expressway closure for maintenance, while Don Valley Parkway off-ramp to Richmond Street reopens ahead of schedule.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
fromDocumented
2 weeks ago
New York City

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

New York City offers various parking permits to assist residents with disabilities in accessing goods and services.
New York City
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
New York City
fromDocumented
2 weeks ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

New York City offers various parking permits to assist residents with disabilities in accessing goods and services.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Guardian view on toilets: public spaces need public conveniences | Editorial

Public toilet availability in England has decreased by 14% over the last decade, impacting social equality and hygiene.
#traffic-safety
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

City Officials Shrug at NYPD Cop's Reckless Driving As Advocates Push 'Stop Super Speeders' Bill - Streetsblog New York City

Advocates demand action against repeat speeders, highlighting an NYPD officer's 547 traffic violations as a critical issue for public safety.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

City Officials Shrug at NYPD Cop's Reckless Driving As Advocates Push 'Stop Super Speeders' Bill - Streetsblog New York City

Advocates demand action against repeat speeders, highlighting an NYPD officer's 547 traffic violations as a critical issue for public safety.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
2 weeks ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days 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.
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Palo Alto learns its license plate cameras could be searched by other police agencies across the country

In late 2023, unbeknownst to many users including PAPD, Flock added a new 'Nationwide Lookup' search feature. Using this feature, an out-of-state local law enforcement or federal agency could perform a broad search of data from Flock's entire nationwide network of over 6,000 cameras, including the 20 cameras then-deployed in Palo Alto.
California
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Proposed SFMTA Budget Includes Slightly Raised Muni Fares and Parking Fines

SFMTA's budget proposal includes fare increases and funding strategies to address projected deficits and stabilize finances.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

OPP will get major detachment at Ontario Place as officers prepare to patrol Gardiner, DVP | CBC News

Ontario Place will have a new OPP detachment to enhance highway patrols and ensure safety for visitors.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: the train stations where your car is most likely to be clamped

Irish Rail took in more than €15m in parking fees from motorists, while also clamping nearly 4,300 cars at its stations over the last two years.
UK news
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
London politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

'It just seems bizarre' - council intervenes as public green where children play is fenced off without permission

South Dublin County Council ordered the removal of an unauthorized fence around public green space in Old Bawn.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Durham police to use new off-road vehicle in Oshawa during summer enforcement campaign | CBC News

The Central East division will use the UTV to respond quickly to drug use and crime in rural areas, as well as downtown in trails, parks and areas near railway corridors.
California
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

SFMTA is cracking down on sidewalk parking-and in Bayview, it's coming with cops

Residents of Bayview express frustration over aggressive parking enforcement and its impact on community relations with police.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: Having a Cow Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul proposed a deal to drop changes to joint and several liability in exchange for support on her car insurance premium cut proposal.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Congestion pricing tolls will fund the replacement of older diesel trucks with cleaner vehicles in NYC, improving air quality and reducing emissions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Rise of the ghost owners': 18,000 UK vehicles in use without proper records

More than 18,000 vehicles are being used in the UK without proper records of where their owners live, part of an increasing problem of ghost owners who cannot be held accountable for their driving.
London politics
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Two Little Too Late: Mamdani Shifts Private Carting Reforms Toward Safety for Last Two Contracts - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will prioritize safety and mileage in awarding commercial waste zone contracts, shifting focus from price to safety records.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week 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.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week 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
#parking-enforcement
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
SF politics

One Man's War on Scofflaw Parking Around Precita Park - Streetsblog San Francisco

A San Francisco resident's repeated parking violation complaints to the city go unenforced, with SFMTA falsely claiming officer responses while creating safety hazards near schools and parks.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Park a Tesla In This Company's Lot and You Might Get a Ticket - Or Worse

At Stellantis headquarters, driving a company car gets you the best parking spots - but driving anything else can get you the boot. When the Jeep parent company ordered employees back to the office five days a week at its Auburn Hills, Michigan campus, workers discovered that parking a Tesla or Hyundai in a spot reserved for Stellantis vehicles could earn them a ticket from security.
Cars
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks 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.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility

A 12-year-old boy, Emmet Zodrow, was critically injured by a car driven by an elderly woman who confused the brake and gas pedals.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
New York City
fromCurbed
2 weeks ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto police launch safety blitz in school zones to crack down on illegal parking | CBC News

"It is paramount that drivers prioritize the safety of our most vulnerable road users schoolchildren and pedestrians," police said in the release.
Canada news
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Is your state making school zones more dangerous?

Simple, evidence-based interventions like handwashing and automated speed-enforcement cameras dramatically reduce deaths, but social and political resistance can delay adoption.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Not in Boston? Your space saver is likely illegal

Most Massachusetts communities ban parking space savers after snowstorms, with fines up to $100, though Boston allows them during declared snow emergencies for 48 hours.
East Bay real estate
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Residents will need to get a city permit to park

East Palo Alto Council approved a residential parking permit program after modifying it to only affect neighborhoods where residents petition for permit zones, though permit pricing remains undetermined.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Brooklyn's Community Board 6 wants NYC DOT to issue parking tickets instead of NYPD

Community Board 6 advocates for NYC DOT to issue parking tickets instead of the NYPD to address local parking issues.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month 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.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month 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
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Councillor calls for action on illegal car meets

Westminster Council faces criticism for delayed action on illegal car meets, with a councillor demanding high-friction road surfacing and court injunctions to enhance public safety.
New York City
fromCurbed
1 month ago

Could Mamdani Really End Free Street Parking?

Free urban parking occupies valuable public space and represents an underpriced asset that could fund city services while improving traffic flow and reducing pollution.
#alternate-side-parking
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Ten Years of Placard Abuse: The Criminal Practice that Mamdani Must End - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani swept into Gracie Mansion on the promise of ending widespread corruption around policing and street safety. He can do both by laser-focusing his efforts on eliminating the prevalent abuse and forgery of parking placards. Mamdani has a rare chance to permanently halt this dangerous and criminal practice, and, in doing so, radically alter the balance of power in New York City. For the past decade, under the handle @placardabuse, we've documented how a large contingent of car drivers misuse their parking privileges -
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