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fromStreetsblog New York City
7 hours ago

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

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

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
NYC music
fromUSA TODAY
19 minutes ago

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

A growing movement among Gen Z is embracing phone-free parties to escape the influence of technology and reconnect socially.
#rave-culture
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Public Space in Use: Region Austral and the Architecture of Everyday Life

Design in architecture focuses on how spaces are used and adapted over time, rather than just what is built.
fromInfoWorld
1 hour ago

What the modern leadership shift means for architects like me

The CIOs I most want to work with are the ones who haven't abandoned either role. They're genuinely curious about how the infrastructure works, not just what it delivers.
Careers
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

The people who are constantly checking in on everyone else aren't necessarily nurturing. Many of them are quietly running an experiment to see if anyone will ever check in on them unprompted, and the experiment has been returning the same result for decades - Silicon Canals

Constantly reaching out to others can stem from childhood experiences of needing to earn attention.
Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
11 hours ago

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

New ramps in Alameda will enhance access for cyclists and pedestrians between Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and the Wood Street neighborhood.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

All you need to know as Merton heads into local elections

Labour retains control in Merton despite losing three seats, while Lib Dems aim to expand their influence in London.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

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

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

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

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
13 hours ago

From Grindr to Sniffies & beyond, here's why your next hookup will look very diffferent on each of the apps - Queerty

The Gay Appmosphere™ is evolving with new app features and updates from major platforms like Squirt, Sniffies, and Grindr.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
18 hours ago

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

Civil rights leaders demand accountability from NYPD after a violent wrongful arrest in Brooklyn.
Higher education
fromPoynter
1 day ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
London
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

Nothing left': Hong Kong fire survivors return to burnt homes

Survivors of the Hong Kong fire return to their homes five months later, finding little left intact after the tragedy.
NYC food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
16 hours ago

Meet NYC's rooftop beekeeper

Beekeeper Andrew Coté finds comfort in bees and creates unique rooftop honey across NYC, connecting his work to family and community.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

After being doorstepped by a Green canvasser, I know what voters must do to keep out Reform | Zoe Williams

Local elections show a shift in voter sentiment, with potential gains for Reform and challenges for Labour and Tories.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
fromPolitics NY
21 hours ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin

To address the affordability crisis, we must be proactive and bold in building more affordable housing, lowering skyrocketing health care costs, and enacting universal childcare.
NYC politics
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

How to Revive the Art of Hanging Out

Finding a 'third place' for casual socializing is essential for meaningful connections without financial burden.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Don't knock small talk. It has the power to mend a world ripped apart by rage | Bidisha

Small talk is essential for social interaction and team building, providing value despite its reputation as trivial conversation.
#data-centers
US politics
fromFuturism
2 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
US politics
fromFuturism
2 days ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
Writing
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I became friends with a woman 40 years older than me. She taught me how to live.

A friendship flourished between two writers with a 40-year age difference, united by their passion for storytelling.
Productivity
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Should you attend a conference if you're not speaking?

Attending a conference without a speaking role can be beneficial depending on personal goals, networking opportunities, and learning experiences.
Travel
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

People Are Sharing Habits They Adopted When Traveling That Made Their Experience Much Better

Effective packing strategies can enhance travel experiences and reduce stress.
SF music
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Non-profit internet radio station turns up the volume on community

BFF.FM is a community-driven internet radio station that emphasizes human connection and supports independent music and local artists.
Independent films
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

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

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

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Don't you dare cut our city internships, say S.F. teens

Proposed budget cuts threaten the YouthWorks internship program, reducing opportunities for high school students from 400 to 80 internships annually.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
5 days ago

Introducing ArtsLink, a hub for posting and finding essential information * Oregon ArtsWatch

ArtsLink is envisioned as an essential community resource that aims to increase visibility, spur audience engagement, and strengthen the local arts and culture ecosystem.
Portland
Media industry
fromMission Local
6 days ago

Q&A: 'Democracy Now!' host Amy Goodman urges S.F. residents to 'Steal This Story, Please!'

Amy Goodman advocates for amplifying marginalized voices through independent journalism to combat corporate media's silencing of important stories.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
14 hours ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
Philosophy
fromThe Village Voice
10 hours ago

Historic Preservation as Cultural Self-Reflection: Reclaiming Stories, Identity, and Meaning in a Changing Urban Landscape - The Village Voice

Historic preservation is a cultural practice that shapes community identity and values, rather than merely a technical effort to protect old buildings.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 hour ago

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

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
Running
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

Building relationships through shared training experiences enhances the running community.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Opinion: Don't Design Grand Army Plaza For 2007 - Build It For The Future - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza's redesign aims to transform it into a significant urban space for Brooklyn's future, inspired by visionary leadership and advocacy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The UK's radical Preston model' faces an uncertain future with local elections looming | Andy Beckett

Labour councils face uncertain futures as local elections approach amid low national support and fears of a significant loss in power.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

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

New Jersey Transit charges $150 for train tickets to World Cup games, prompting criticism and highlighting local resource strain from FIFA's demands.
#homelessness
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

When the birdman' of St James tunnel died, Sydney commuters streamed past his body for days

Bikram Lama, known as the 'birdman', died unnoticed in Sydney's St James station, highlighting the invisibility of homelessness.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
3 weeks ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

When the birdman' of St James tunnel died, Sydney commuters streamed past his body for days

Bikram Lama, known as the 'birdman', died unnoticed in Sydney's St James station, highlighting the invisibility of homelessness.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
3 weeks ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: She's a Hollywood housekeeper with a side job: cleaning the trashed streets of her own neighborhood

Community members actively address local litter and dumping issues despite limited city support.
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Public health
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Environment
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Man at City Council Meeting Makes Devastating Case Against Proposed Local Data Center

Growing public anger over data centers' environmental impact and resource consumption is prompting calls for moratoriums on new constructions.
NYC music
fromThe Village Voice
6 days ago

Jumpstart Your Earth Day Vibes at Union Square - The Village Voice

Protecting the planet is essential amidst daily emergencies, and the Earth Day 2026 Festival encourages advocacy and education.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

A battle of step counts for votes in Merton

Labour and Liberal Democrats are intensifying efforts to secure votes in Merton ahead of the May local council elections.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

There's a version of strength that only develops in people who had to figure out the rules of a place nobody explained to them. They don't talk about it because the people who had the rules handed to them wouldn't understand what was hard about it, and the people who also had to figure it out don't need the explanation. - Silicon Canals

Onsighting in climbing parallels navigating social systems, emphasizing perceptual capacity over resilience in understanding unwritten rules.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks 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.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
Mission District
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

San Jose Will Come Together for the Great American Litter Pick-Up in Downtown San Jose

Community members will participate in the Great American Litter Pick-Up on April 18 to clean the Guadalupe River Trail and Arena Green.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
New York City
fromQNS
1 week 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.
fromPhilosophynow
2 weeks ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
3 weeks ago

Your Vote Decides Which New York Neighborhood Fix Mamdani Will Tackle Next

Over 11,600 New Yorkers participated in the Mayor's Municipal Madness to select city projects for repair by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Design
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How the public changes spaces-and art-for the better

Public engagement enhances design, transforming spaces into vibrant community hubs that foster creativity and connection.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
Relationships
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

From the Editor: Building Community Isn't Always Fun. Do It Anyway.

Proximity-based community organizing builds solidarity across differences through sustained engagement and shared material goals, fostering understanding that transcends initial disagreements.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Urban Truth Collective: Straight Talk About The Joy Of Cities In An Age Of Disinformation - Streetsblog USA

Fifteen-minute cities enable convenient living without car dependency, while decades of car-centric policies have deliberately created sprawl and reduced walkability, homelessness correlates directly with insufficient housing supply, and wider roads increase crashes and traffic rather than reducing congestion.
Education
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

When the School Becomes the City: Community-Centered Projects in the Global South

School architecture functions as a catalyst for social transformation by creating multifunctional civic spaces that integrate education, culture, sports, and community engagement within urban territories.
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Charity hopes new HQ can bring people together

Health Connections Guernsey purchased Beatrice House for £1m to create a community hub where younger and older islanders connect through intergenerational activities and support services.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
26 years ago

Developer Takes Big Steps to Win Public Support

A developer is conducting an extensive $50,000 grassroots campaign distributing informational packets to 4,000 neighbors to build support for an 866-home project in Santa Clarita Valley.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

They Build Bridges to Create Opportunities for Others

Meaningful milestones reveal how relationships, generativity, and sacrifice create belonging, stability, and enduring family legacy.
Social justice
fromMedium
2 months ago

Practice notes on including citizens in the design process

Citizens must be enabled to shape decisions, define problems, and co-create public services through participatory practices that redistribute agency and build trust.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone

People say it takes a village to do difficult things: raise a child, sustain a community, build a barn. But we don't often talk a lot about what it takes to be a villager. What does it mean to not just be in a community, but to help create one? Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, says the key is to put yourself out there, even if it's scary.
Relationships
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Neighbors, It's Time to Make a Stand

Universal conviction in one's own righteousness divides humanity, while accelerating evolutionary mismatch from our technology-created world remains our shared existential problem.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

No One Is Coming to Help-Except Your Neighbors

Building community-led resilience networks and mutual aid groups nationwide enables neighbors to support each other through overlapping crises including climate change, inequality, and government violence.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Designing With, Not For: CatalyticAction's Participatory Practice

Architecture is often evaluated through finished forms, yet some practices operate in a different register, one where design unfolds through relationships, time, and use rather than through a single outcome. For CatalyticAction, participation is not a parallel social activity, but the means through which spaces are conceived, constructed, and sustained over time. Based between Beirut and London, the practice has worked across the Middle East and Europe, developing public spaces, schools, playgrounds, and everyday urban infrastructures through long-term collaboration with local communities.
Design
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