#minor-transportation-safety

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Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day 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.
#curb-management
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day 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
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani announces new Office of Curb Management | amNewYork

A new Office of Curb Management aims to optimize NYC's streets and curbside parking for diverse public uses.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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
3 hours 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
1 day 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
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani announces new Office of Curb Management | amNewYork

A new Office of Curb Management aims to optimize NYC's streets and curbside parking for diverse public uses.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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.
#pedestrian-safety
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago
Public health

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.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago
California

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

Community demands immediate action for pedestrian safety after a father and children were injured in a crosswalk accident.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
2 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.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

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

Community demands immediate action for pedestrian safety after a father and children were injured in a crosswalk accident.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
5 hours ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Austin
fromTechCrunch
4 hours ago

A self-driving car in Austin killed a mother duck, sparking neighborhood outrage | TechCrunch

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in Mueller Lake arose after a duck was killed by an Avride vehicle, prompting community outrage and safety evaluations.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 hour ago

SF Supervisor Mahmood Introduces Ban on Uncertified Batteries Following Increase In Fires

San Francisco bans uncertified lithium-ion batteries to reduce fire risks and allows penalties for violations.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
9 hours 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.
Boston
fromNew York Post
4 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
2 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.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

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

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
6 days ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
9 hours 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.
Boston
fromNew York Post
4 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
2 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.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

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

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
6 days ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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.
#traffic-safety
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

The Kirkham Neck-Down Worked for Safety, So San Francisco Removed it - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA removed the neck-down safety feature on Kirkham, replacing it with speed humps and median islands despite evidence of its effectiveness in slowing traffic.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week 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.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

The Kirkham Neck-Down Worked for Safety, So San Francisco Removed it - Streetsblog San Francisco

SFMTA removed the neck-down safety feature on Kirkham, replacing it with speed humps and median islands despite evidence of its effectiveness in slowing traffic.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week 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
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours 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.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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.
Toronto startup
from99% Invisible
1 day 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.
fromPadailypost
20 hours ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day 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.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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
2 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.
Women in technology
fromBusline News
1 day 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.
Canada news
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Huge paper warehouse burns in Ontario, collapsing roof, forcing firefighters to retreat

A massive fire at a Kimberly Clark facility in Ontario led to a roof collapse and an operational retreat by firefighters.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day 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.
Los Angeles Rams
fromBusline News
1 day ago

Great Service, People & Equipment Allow American Safety To Expand Its Transportation Network - Busline News

American Safety is expanding its bus/motorcoach services across the U.S. and has become a significant player in the transportation industry.
#traffic-accident
fromIrish Independent
2 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
Gadgets
fromLos Angeles Times
2 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.
#cycling
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Paris has transformed into a more bike-friendly city, reducing car dominance and enhancing livability under Mayor Anne Hidalgo's leadership.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

How Paris swapped cars for bikes and transformed its streets

Paris has transformed into a more bike-friendly city, reducing car dominance and enhancing livability under Mayor Anne Hidalgo's leadership.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
6 days ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
4 hours ago

Brooklyn Woman Arrested in Broadway Junction Hit-and-Run

Zaria Pope faces felony charges for fleeing a deadly crash that killed a pedestrian in Brownsville last summer.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Day Around the Bay: SF Police Are Cracking Down on Scofflaw Cyclists

San Francisco police are intensifying enforcement against cyclists violating traffic laws, particularly in high-injury areas.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 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.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
20 hours ago

Michigan Bill Would Require Seniors to Regularly Re-Take Their Drivers' Tests - Streetsblog USA

Michigan's new bill mandates annual driving tests for seniors starting at age 85, raising concerns about age-based regulations versus actual driving ability.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
14 hours ago

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Gardai warn parents after 13-year-old in Meath caught riding e-scooter eratically on main street

A 13-year-old boy was caught driving an e-scooter dangerously, violating laws regarding age and safety regulations in Duleek, Co Meath.
London
fromianVisits
1 day 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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Blinded by the headlights? Transport Canada wants to know | CBC News

New drivers report difficulty seeing due to bright headlights, prompting Transport Canada to survey Canadians about headlight glare experiences.
#e-bike
Alternative transportation
fromFortune
15 hours 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
15 hours 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 hours 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.
Brooklyn
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
8 hours ago

Police searching for driver who struck and injured 11-year-old girl in Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn Paper

Police are searching for a driver who struck an 11-year-old girl in Sheepshead Bay and fled the scene last month.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Geary, Transit Measure, Bike Ambassador - Streetsblog San Francisco

A series of community events focused on transportation, cycling, and local advocacy are scheduled for this week in San Francisco.
#transportation
fromBusline News
1 day ago
Alternative transportation

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

fromBusline News
1 day ago
Alternative transportation

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Mamdani On Notice Edition - Streetsblog New York City

82% of police officers at Staten Island's 120th Precinct received multiple reckless driving tickets, raising concerns about their parking privileges.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week 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.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks 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.
#e-bikes
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

E-bike and e-scooter warning issued amid growing' black market

E-bike and e-scooter fires in the UK surged in 2025, raising safety concerns about products from online marketplaces.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

E-bike and e-scooter warning issued amid growing' black market

E-bike and e-scooter fires in the UK surged in 2025, raising safety concerns about products from online marketplaces.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 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.
fromIrish Independent
3 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
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Friday Video: Five Bike Advocacy Mistakes You Don't Even Know You're Making - Streetsblog USA

Bike advocates can achieve great things but must learn from their mistakes to improve policy and infrastructure.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
20 hours ago

Upper West Siders Beg DOT For A 'Low-Traffic Neighborhood' - Streetsblog New York City

Community Board 7 seeks to implement low-traffic neighborhoods to reduce pollution and improve quality of life on residential streets.
fromsfist.com
1 day 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
#hit-and-run
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Girl, 11, injured by BMW driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, cops release photo of suspect

An 11-year-old girl was injured in a hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn involving a dark-colored BMW.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

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

A man died in a hit-and-run crash in the Bronx, with police investigating the incident and no arrests made yet.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Girl, 11, injured by BMW driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, cops release photo of suspect

An 11-year-old girl was injured in a hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn involving a dark-colored BMW.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

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

A man died in a hit-and-run crash in the Bronx, with police investigating the incident and no arrests made yet.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 hours ago

NYPD fires officer who drove wrong way on Henry Hudson Parkway, killing 2

An NYPD officer was fired for reckless driving and failing to assist victims after pursuing a pickup truck that caused a fatal crash.
Alternative transportation
fromBusline News
1 day ago

The Road To Zero Emissions: What It Really Takes - Busline News

Transitioning to zero emissions in transit requires balancing technology, funding, and community expectations amid changing federal priorities.
fromSFGATE
1 day 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
New York City
fromQNS
5 hours ago

Nearly 200 residents attend Sunnyside Yard information session after Mamdani revives plans - QNS

Community engagement is essential for the proposed development of 12,000 new homes over Sunnyside Yard, emphasizing local input and affordable housing.
fromTime Out New York
23 hours ago

50+ NYC streets are going completely car-free 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 a statement.
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
2 days ago

Monday Headlines: Insurance Politicking Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Governor Hochul's proposed car insurance reforms may disadvantage crash victims while benefiting insurance companies, raising concerns among lawmakers and advocacy groups.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
11 hours ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Bedford Ave Called 'Warzone' By Williamsburg Cyclists

Cyclist Jake Missen branded the redesigned stretch of Bedford Avenue 'an absolute warzone,' emphasizing the dangers cyclists now face as they navigate between parked cars and fast-moving traffic.
Brooklyn
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 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.
#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.
Boston
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How to Tell the Story of a Highway Teardown - Streetsblog USA

Ian Coss's podcast 'The Big Dig' explores Boston's highway teardown project, and his Highway Teardown tour examines similar infrastructure reimagining efforts across twelve American cities.
New York City
fromCbsnews
1 day 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.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Thursday Headlines: Preventable Death Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Slow-walked safety improvements in Nassau County contributed to a cyclist's death on Beech Street.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day 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.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Why This State Is Fighting To Get Its First 'Active Transportation Plan' - Streetsblog USA

Missouri is the most populous state without a statewide active transportation plan, despite nearly one-third of its residents lacking a driver's license and alarming fatality rates among vulnerable road users.
Alternative transportation
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.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Improving Road Safety Is A Win For The Climate, Too - Streetsblog USA

Hundreds of preventable fatalities and more than 13 million metric tons of climate pollution would be avoided by 2045 if Congress passed legislation that answered advocates' long- time demand to require state DOTs to set declining annual fatality targets - and reallocate highway money to safety projects if they don't meet those goals, according to a new analysis from Evergreen Action.
US politics
Environment
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Confirmed: Non-Driving Infrastructure Creates 'Induced Demand,' Too - Streetsblog USA

Building high-quality multimodal infrastructure increases cycling and transit use and can reduce car travel when combined with supportive policies.
Public health
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Community urges council to close train crossing after deaths

Close the Churchill Avenue Caltrain crossing to prevent further student suicides near Palo Alto High School.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Is The Safety Of Roundabouts Just For Rich People? - Streetsblog USA

Roundabouts, which reduce injury crashes by 80 percent, are disproportionately installed in wealthy and white neighborhoods while being absent from poor and Black neighborhoods across North Carolina.
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