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California
fromABC7 New York
20 hours ago

Philadelphia parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing

A parking garage under construction partially collapsed in Philadelphia, resulting in one death and two individuals unaccounted for.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
15 hours ago

MTA Sues East Harlem Landlord Over Second Ave Subway Access

The MTA is unable to proceed with Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway due to access issues with a property owner.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Person Injured After 100-Year-Old Russian Hill Elevator Falls Three Floors

The elevator fell multiple floors with someone inside and abruptly stopped when the emergency brakes were activated. While the brakes fortunately kept the elevator from crashing into the bottom of the elevator shaft, the sudden stop caused the person to sustain moderate to severe injuries.
San Francisco
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Albert Bridge closed to pedestrians and cyclists after 'slight movement' detected

A bridge closure was announced due to detected movement, with repairs expected to cost 8.5 million and take a year.
fromwww.amny.com
9 hours ago

Bronx motocycle driver dies after smashing into MTA bus: cops

The motorcycle driver, identified as 32-year-old Andy Peralta, made a left turn onto West Mosholu Parkway South after traveling northbound on Jerome Avenue, driving against traffic before colliding with the bus.
New York City
London food
fromianVisits
1 hour ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including track improvements, timetable adjustments, and new services.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Six Inches' From Disaster: Florida School Bus Carrying Children Clipped by Freight Train

A school bus carrying children narrowly avoided a collision with a freight train in Florida, leading to charges against the driver for child neglect.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Police launch appeal as London Underground contractor requires surgery after assault

A contractor was assaulted, sustaining a broken jaw, and police seek information about the suspect.
fromPadailypost
14 hours ago

Magical Bridge spurs lawsuit

The entrapment was so severe that emergency responders, including fire department personnel, had to use forcible methods including hatchets to pry the carousel components to free (Odette's) hand.
Portland
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
20 hours ago

Driver hits, critically wounds 3-year-old girl who ran into Brooklyn street, NYPD says

A three-year-old girl is in critical condition after being struck by a car in Brooklyn while running into the street.
Boston
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

NYC mom of two ID'd after being killed by Brooklyn ambulance - that kept driving after hitting her

A Brooklyn nurse, Cherry Cayetano Sobel, was struck and killed by a Maimonides Medical Center ambulance that did not stop.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Driver Bolts After Hitting 11-Year-Old In Brooklyn Crash: NYPD

Police are searching for a BMW driver who injured an 11-year-old girl in a hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
3 days ago

Woman Fatally Struck By Ambulance In NYC Hit-And-Run ID'd As Mom Of 2

A mother and nurse, Cherry Cayetano Sobel, was killed by a hit-and-run ambulance in Brooklyn while crossing the street.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days 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.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Report: Safety Protections Have Not Kept Up With Amazon Boom

Amazon's parking violations highlight the need for better regulation in the last-mile delivery industry due to safety and accountability concerns.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.
#train-crash
#fire
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Three-Alarm Fire Disrupts Brooklyn Near Fort Hamilton Parkway

A three-alarm fire in Brooklyn caused significant smoke and traffic disruptions, prompting officials to advise residents to avoid the area.
#traffic-accident
fromGothamist
1 week ago
NYC parents

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

fromGothamist
1 week ago
NYC parents

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

Women in technology
fromBusline News
2 days ago

Editor's Note March/April 2026 - Busline News

Nominations for the 'Women To Recognize In Busing' award are open until August 1, 2026, celebrating female leaders in the bus industry.
Toronto startup
from99% Invisible
2 days ago

Service Request #5: Is My Car in a Lot of Trouble? - 99% Invisible

Predatory towing involves companies impounding vehicles and demanding inflated fees, often using aggressive tactics and local spotters.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Cycle of Rage: Wrong-Way Driver Reveals Wrong-Way Approach To Street Safety - Streetsblog New York City

Reckless drivers often evade accountability, as demonstrated by a recent incident where a cyclist was nearly hit without any police action taken.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Man's death from battling ebike lithium-ion battery fire prompts warning from San Jose Fire Dept.

Lithium battery fires from e-bikes pose significant dangers, leading to toxic smoke and potential fatalities, as highlighted by a recent incident in San Jose.
Gadgets
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

E-bike battery starts fire inside San Jose apartment, killing 1

A faulty e-bike battery caused a fire in San José, resulting in one death and highlighting the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.
US news
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Plane Makes Emergency Highway Landing in Pennsylvania

A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 78 in Pennsylvania, causing significant traffic delays but leaving the pilot and passenger unharmed.
UK politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Metrolink officials rushed to reassure investors as project director Sean Sweeney headed for early exit

Ireland is serious about building a metro for Dublin, but faces challenges in gaining firm support.
London
fromSouth China Morning Post
1 day ago

Hong Kong receives 90 reports of people stuck in lifts after voltage dip

A voltage dip caused by a technical fault led to disruptions in hospitals and approximately 90 reports of people trapped in lifts in Hong Kong.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

One injured after elevator plummets 3 floors in century-old SF building

"The adult patient sustained moderate to severe injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment," the department said in a news release.
San Francisco
fromNew York Daily News
17 hours ago

Brooklyn woman, 76, killed when SUV crashes into building at Floyd Bennett Field

Pearle Davis was riding in the back of a 2022 Toyota RAV4 when the 33-year-old woman behind the wheel lost control about 6:10 p.m. Wednesday.
Brooklyn
Environment
from99% Invisible
6 days ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
fromPadailypost
14 hours ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
#curb-management
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Taming the streets: Mamadani establishes Office of Curb Management to calm chaotic public streets

A new Office of Curb Management will organize NYC's streets and curbside parking to enhance safety and accessibility for all users.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.
New York City
fromCurbed
1 day 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Taming the streets: Mamadani establishes Office of Curb Management to calm chaotic public streets

A new Office of Curb Management will organize NYC's streets and curbside parking to enhance safety and accessibility for all users.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani Creates 'Curb Management' Office at DOT, Seeking Order From Chaos - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration will establish an Office of Curb Management to optimize New York City's curbside space for public use.
#mta
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Second Avenue Subway: MTA tells court it can't move forward with project unless East Harlem landlord lets them into building | amNewYork

MTA is suing a landlord for access to a building necessary for the Second Avenue Subway extension into East Harlem.
New York City
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

MTA bus driver recovering in hospital after being attacked on the job

An MTA bus driver was attacked after a minor collision, resulting in serious injuries and raising concerns among transit workers.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Second Avenue Subway: MTA tells court it can't move forward with project unless East Harlem landlord lets them into building | amNewYork

MTA is suing a landlord for access to a building necessary for the Second Avenue Subway extension into East Harlem.
New York City
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

MTA bus driver recovering in hospital after being attacked on the job

An MTA bus driver was attacked after a minor collision, resulting in serious injuries and raising concerns among transit workers.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Man left with 'potentially life-changing injuries' after horror crash between two cars and a pedestrian in Barking

A man in his 50s sustained potentially life-changing injuries in a collision involving two cars and a pedestrian in Barking.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ebike and e-scooter fires in UK rise to new record highs

Ebike and e-scooter fires in the UK surged to record levels in 2025, raising safety concerns over lithium batteries and unregulated sales.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days 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.
Alternative transportation
fromQNS
3 days ago

Report: Ride share services continue to fail disabled riders in NYC despite record profits - QNS

Ride share services like Uber and Lyft are failing to adequately serve disabled riders despite significant profits.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Motorcyclist dead after striking parked vehicle in Toronto's east end: police | CBC News

A motorcyclist died after colliding with a parked vehicle in Toronto's east end.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Tate Modern evacuated and Millennium Bridge closed as police respond to 'suspicious package'

Police investigated a suspicious package outside the Tate Modern, but the incident was resolved with no danger or injuries reported.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

San Francisco fire truck crashes with historic Muni streetcar on The Embarcadero

A San Francisco fire truck collided with a historic Muni streetcar, causing delays on the F Market line but no reported injuries.
fromIrish Independent
3 days 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
NYC parents
fromTODAY.com
3 days ago

Sheinelle Jones Had a 'Worst Nightmare' Scenario on a Train at Midnight

Sheinelle Jones fell asleep on an Amtrak train and woke up alone, leading to a humorous yet concerning situation.
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Woman (80s) dies after being hit by bus in south Dublin

A female pedestrian (aged in her 80s) was conveyed to St Vincent's University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
London politics
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Albert Bridge now closed to walkers and cyclists

Albert Bridge has been closed to pedestrians and cyclists due to detected movement following an engineering inspection.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

DOT reminds delivery apps they must give drivers protective equipment, get them to complete new safety course | amNewYork

Delivery apps must provide safety equipment and training for their workers to address rising safety concerns in New York City.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

SF Fire Truck Collides With F-Line Streetcar on Embarcadero

A historic streetcar was struck by a San Francisco fire truck, causing damage and temporary service delays on the F-Market line.
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

5-year-old boy falls from Bronx fire escape after crawling out window, police sources say

A 5-year-old boy fell from a third-floor fire escape in the Bronx but is expected to recover.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Multiple pedestrians struck by car in Derby city centre as man arrested

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Silvertown Tunnel is 'tackling chronic congestion'

The Silvertown Tunnel has reduced congestion and improved journey times, but has also displaced traffic to other routes.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Man arrested in Derby after car hits multiple pedestrians, with some seriously injured

A man was arrested after a car hit and injured pedestrians in Derby, with some injuries reported as serious.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Beverly Road Subway Assault Leaves Man Hospitalized

A 30-year-old man was assaulted at a subway station, leaving him hospitalized, while police seek the unprovoked attacker.
#air-canada
Canada news
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

LaGuardia Airport closed after plane, rescue vehicle collide, 2 pilots dead: officials

Two pilots were killed in a collision between an Air Canada plane and a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport.
Canada news
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

LaGuardia Airport closed after plane, rescue vehicle collide, 2 pilots dead: officials

Two pilots were killed in a collision between an Air Canada plane and a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport.
London
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Inside the closure of London's second-busiest road - the A40 Westway

The A40 Westway is undergoing major repairs due to wear and tear from heavy traffic, necessitating the replacement of road joints.
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Mom of 2 fatally struck by ambulance in Brooklyn was registered nurse

"There's a lot of distractions when you drive an ambulance. They do serious work - but how could they not stop?"
Brooklyn
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

LaGuardia Airport Shut Down After Deadly Plane Collision With Fire Truck

The Air Canada regional plane, operating as Flight 8646, collided with a fire truck on the runway, resulting in the deaths of both the pilot and copilot.
Canada news
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Police probe suspicious' death of man found unconscious in Manhattan apartment building stairwell | amNewYork

A man was found unconscious in a NYCHA building stairwell and later died after cardiac arrest; his death is considered suspicious.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 weeks 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.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

MTA operator bloodied in scrap with sleeping Bronx straphanger: cops

A subway operator was injured after being attacked by a sleeping passenger at a Bronx station, leading to a physical confrontation.
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Man Killed in Hit-and-Run in Soundview, Bronx

The victim was found in the roadway with trauma to his body and severe head injuries, and EMS transported him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
New York City
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: Woman Injured In SF Hit-and-Run Involving E-Scooter

Multiple incidents occurred in the Bay Area and nationally, including an e-scooter hit-and-run injury, a gray whale death, transit infrastructure discussions, a nightclub demolition for a memorial, record-breaking heat, diplomatic tensions, and a viral performance controversy.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Pedestrian hospitalized after being struck by MBTA bus in Norwood

A 35-year-old woman was struck by an MBTA bus in Norwood while crossing outside a marked crosswalk, sustaining serious injuries but remaining in stable condition.
#london-underground-safety
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Person killed by Tube was blocked from safe spot

A London Underground passenger died after falling onto tracks at Ickenham station because communication cables blocked their escape route to a safe under-platform recess.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Tube passenger hit by train 'couldn't escape' due to cable tracks

Communication cables on the London Underground track prevented a fallen passenger from reaching a safe under-platform recess, contributing to their fatal collision with an approaching train.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Person killed by Tube was blocked from safe spot

A London Underground passenger died after falling onto tracks at Ickenham station because communication cables blocked their escape route to a safe under-platform recess.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Tube passenger hit by train 'couldn't escape' due to cable tracks

Communication cables on the London Underground track prevented a fallen passenger from reaching a safe under-platform recess, contributing to their fatal collision with an approaching train.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Over 100 evacuated from building site after crane collapses in west London

A spokesperson for the company said that the incident involved the jib of a tower crane becoming detached from its fixing. The site will remain closed until the incident is fully investigated, the company added. The area will be cleared and deemed safe before construction can be resumed.
London
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Man found dead on Midtown Subway platform had been punched minutes earlier: sources | amNewYork

A 55-year-old Brooklyn man died after being found unconscious on a Midtown subway platform following an assault, with unclear connection between the punch and his death.
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.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Why people on London Underground escalators stand on the right - and not the left

London Underground escalator etiquette of standing right and walking left originated from the diagonal design of the first escalator installed at Earl's Court in 1911, which forced passengers to exit leftward.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Wheelchair user stuck in lift calls fire brigade

A wheelchair user was trapped in a London Bridge lift, faced long staff response time, called the fire brigade who freed him; accessibility issues persist.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

16 Injured After Manhattan Bridge Bus Crash

A bus and vehicle collided on Manhattan Bridge's lower level Friday, injuring 16 people with five hospitalized and one seriously injured.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

TfL signs Otis to keep the Tube's escalators moving until the 2040s

Otis won a 16-year TfL contract to service and modernise 172 escalators, expanding its role to maintain over 300 Underground escalators as the largest contractor.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Eglinton Crosstown had emergency braking issues, but problems not 'safety critical,' Metrolinx says | CBC News

Metrolinx reported minor, non-safety-critical emergency brake activations during Eglinton Crosstown testing; the TTC says identified issues have been remediated and the opening remains planned.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Man suffers life-changing injuries after being hit by falling lamppost

Glasgow City Council ordered to pay £80,000 after a falling lamppost caused life-changing injuries to Colin Shaw; the council will invest £7.5 million to replace damaged lampposts.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

E-scooter rider dies in collision with bus in Peckham

A male e-scooter rider in his 20s died after colliding with a bus in Peckham; police are investigating and support is available for those affected.
New York City
fromNewsNation
1 month ago

Teen 'left to die' after 50-foot fall down NYC shaft

A 16-year-old fell 50 feet into a Queensboro Bridge shaft, was reportedly abandoned by friends who filmed him, and was rescued hours later, now stable.
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