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NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
19 hours ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days 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.
fromABC7 San Francisco
9 hours ago

Toddler killed in San Jose pedestrian crash: police

"She was hysterical, she had her hands over her eyes. And I think the baby left in the ambulance without her because we saw the mother get into a police vehicle...And I just said we're praying for you and she said thank you."
California
#linden-boulevard
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
9 hours ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago
New York City

Is Linden Blvd NYC's new 'Boulevard of Death?' 9 dead in crashes on street since 2021.

Linden Boulevard has been labeled the 'Boulevard of Death' due to multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents and ongoing traffic dangers.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
9 hours ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Is Linden Blvd NYC's new 'Boulevard of Death?' 9 dead in crashes on street since 2021.

Linden Boulevard has been labeled the 'Boulevard of Death' due to multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents and ongoing traffic dangers.
fromFast Company
13 hours 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
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago

Teen girl D4vd accused of killing suffered multiple stab wounds, L.A. County Medical Examiner says

Celeste Rivas Hernandez died of multiple penetrating injuries, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. An autopsy was performed on September 10, 2025.
Los Angeles
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

13-year-old killed in e-scooter crash had 'a golden heart,' family says

A 13-year-old boy died after being hit by a car while riding an electric scooter, with visibility issues contributing to the accident.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Tram operator sued over e-scooter rider death

Family of Reuben Abakah sues Tram Operations Limited for negligence after his death from a tram collision, seeking over £200,000 in damages.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Vigil to Be Held Monday for Pedestrian Killed In SoMa Hit-and-Run

Dannielle Spillman, a 74-year-old trans woman, was fatally struck by a driver in SoMa, prompting a vigil in her honor.
fromwww.thelocal.se
16 hours ago

12 people died in traffic accidents in Sweden in March

In March 2025, twelve people died in traffic accidents in Sweden, a stark contrast to only one death in March 2025. The average number of fatalities in March from 2021 to 2025 was eight.
Europe news
Boston
fromBoston.com
23 hours ago

Woman charged in crash that killed Webster 10-year-old, allegedly was driving twice the speed limit

Sherry Plitouke faces motor vehicle homicide charges for striking and killing a 10-year-old girl while driving over the speed limit.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
6 hours ago

NYC wigmaker now blames 'medical emergency' for horrid crash that killed mom, young daughters

Miriam Yarimi blames a medical emergency for a crash that killed a mother and her daughters, claiming it absolves her of liability.
Mission District
fromAdvocate.com
4 hours ago

Beloved San Francisco trans elder Dannielle Spillman killed in hit-and-run after dispute

A driver was charged with murder after hitting and killing 74-year-old Dannielle Spillman in San Francisco following a dispute.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Daly City Police Officer Crashes Into Two People on E-Bike In Visitacion Valley

Two e-bike riders were seriously injured in San Francisco when a Daly City police officer's patrol car struck them.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Baby dies after being found unresponsive in back of car in Toronto, police say | CBC News

A baby was found unresponsive in a car in Toronto and later pronounced dead at a hospital.
Law
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Youth who killed his friend, sold heroin in custody and assaulted prison officer, court hears

A 16-year-old murderer should not receive a life sentence, despite committing further offenses in adult prison.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Knife crime deaths surge as at least two school-aged children dying every month'

Knife-related deaths among children in England are rising, with significant increases in fatalities and incidents reported in recent years.
#london
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
London
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Woman fighting for life after car crashes into pedestrians on central London street

A woman was arrested for attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one critically injured and another with life-changing injuries.
Independent films
fromStreetsblog USA
5 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.
fromStreetsblog New York City
19 hours ago

Waymo Is Not In The 'Vision Zero' Toolbox: Data - Streetsblog New York City

"If we can get more folks off all the roads and their personal vehicles and use the safer service which our stats show, at least in our service in the cities where we operate, we are contributing to less crashes," Anthony Perez, Waymo's northeast policy manager, stated.
Alternative transportation
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Ask An Insurance Industry Insider: Safe Streets Are The Best Way To Bring Down Insurance Costs - Streetsblog New York City

Personal injury lawyers and insurance companies dominate advertising, reflecting a complex system of risk assessment and cost management in insurance.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

My Kid Spent Two Weeks With Her Dad. Then I Found Out What He Was Letting Her Do.

Co-parenting involves respecting each other's rules and focusing on safety measures for children's activities.
#attempted-murder
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day 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.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Woman charged with attempted murder after car hit pedestrians in London

A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one in life-threatening condition.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Riderless scooter in roadway causes multicar collision on 110 Freeway in Los Angeles

The unexpected object in the middle of the highway just after midnight caused a 'multi-vehicle collision' on the northbound lanes of the 110 Freeway near Adams Boulevard.
Los Angeles
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

An OC teen on an e-motorbike injured an 81-year-old man. The teen's mom now faces felony charges

A mother faces felony charges after her son critically injured a man while illegally riding an e-motorcycle.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 hours ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
#brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago
New York City

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

fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Brooklyn
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Wild Brooklyn Street Chases End In Gun Busts Near School

Two police chases in Brooklyn led to arrests and gun seizures, highlighting ongoing NYPD efforts against gun violence.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks 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
fromNewsNation
6 hours ago

Woman, 66, randomly attacked while waiting for bus in Brooklyn: NYPD

Police are searching for a woman involved in an attack on a 66-year-old at a Brooklyn bus stop on April 14.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day 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.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Car deal gone bad sparks Brooklyn shooting death of teen food deliveryman

A car deal dispute is believed to have led to the shooting death of Steven Lantigua, an 18-year-old food deliveryman in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Wild Brooklyn Street Chases End In Gun Busts Near School

Two police chases in Brooklyn led to arrests and gun seizures, highlighting ongoing NYPD efforts against gun violence.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks 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.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 hours 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
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Monday Night Stabbing Leaves One Man Critically Injured Near Sixth Street

A 42-year-old man was critically injured in a stabbing in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Crash Involving Muni Bus and Car Sends Four to Hospital

A Muni bus collided with a car in the Mission District, injuring four people, including three bus passengers and the car driver.
#traffic-accident
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

74-year-old man struck and killed on FDR Drive, police say

A 74-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Manhattan's FDR Drive.
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

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

New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

74-year-old man struck and killed on FDR Drive, police say

A 74-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Manhattan's FDR Drive.
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

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

SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Body Found Near SF On-Ramp Shortly After Weekend Construction on I-80

A deceased person was found near a SoMa freeway onramp, likely due to a drug overdose, shortly after construction work was completed.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 week 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
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

He was just a regular kid': Family mourns Queens teen shot dead in park as community prepares for emotional vigil | amNewYork

Jaden Pierre, a 15-year-old, was shot dead in Queens during a planned water balloon fight, leaving his family and community in mourning.
#bronx
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Suspect sought for assaulting man on a Bronx bus | amNewYork

Police are seeking a suspect in a Bronx bus assault that injured a 79-year-old man.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
2 days ago

Non Profits, City Officials Put Pressure On Lawmakers To OK Gov. Hochul's 'Stop Super Speeders' Effort - Streetsblog Empire State

Community organizations in The Bronx advocate for the 'Stop Super Speeders Act' to enhance public safety through speed-limiting devices for reckless drivers.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks 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.
fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 day ago

Teen beaten and robbed of bookbag in East Flatbush

Four individuals approached the 19-year-old man and got into an argument with him. They punched the victim multiple times in the face before taking his North Face book bag.
New York City
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

'Best Bikeshare in America': An Unexpected Community Launches Free, All-Electric Micromobility For Residents - Streetsblog USA

Heartland Bikeshare in Omaha offers free unlimited 60-minute rides for residents, promoting biking and challenging other communities to enhance their micromobility initiatives.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Vigil planned for 74-year-old pedestrian killed in SF crash; driver charged with murder

Friends remembered Spillman as supportive and caring, someone who built family wherever she went. 'Very sweet. She always was supporting me, family and friends everyone,' said Theresa Jenny Cabanag, a friend of Spillman's.
SF parents
Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day 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.
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.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

2 bicyclists hit by Daly City police car; 1 taken to hospital in serious condition, officials say

The accident occurred just before 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of Velasco Avenue and Accaia Street, involving a police vehicle and two cyclists.
California
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

SFPD Arrests Driver In Chinatown Crash That Killed One Pedestrian, Injured Another

The gentleman was trying to park in a parking spot and lost control of his vehicle, drove across the street and unfortunately hit two folks on the sidewalk.
San Francisco
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Driver dies after vehicle collides with multiple trees in Oshawa neighbourhood, police say | CBC News

A 40-year-old man died after his vehicle struck multiple trees in Oshawa.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mass. 4th grader struck, killed by car

A 10-year-old girl named Marleigh Guevara died after being struck by a car in Webster.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day 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
SF parents
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Teen who died after being struck by car in Cork had 'heart of pure gold'

Conor Coleman, 19, died from injuries after being struck by a car in Little Island, Cork, despite medical efforts to save him.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

4 goons steal car, mow down 72-year-old using walker in NYC Lowe's parking lot: cops

Four young men stole a car from two women in a Brooklyn parking lot, injuring one elderly victim.
Mission District
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

Monterey Corridor Safety Initiative Signals Stronger Future for San Jose Commerce

The Monterey Corridor Business Association launched a safety initiative to enhance visibility and support law enforcement across 1,500 businesses.
#mcguinness-boulevard
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Partial redesign of McGuinness Boulevard has resulted in fewer cars, more cyclists, DOT says ahead of full rollout * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Redesigned McGuinness Boulevard Sees Fewer Cars: DOT

The redesigned McGuinness Boulevard has increased cycling, reduced vehicle traffic, and slightly extended travel times.
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 days ago
Brooklyn

Partial redesign of McGuinness Boulevard has resulted in fewer cars, more cyclists, DOT says ahead of full rollout * Brooklyn Paper

fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

One person dead and one with life-threatening injuries' after car hits pedestrians outside Melbourne showgrounds

A grey Toyota mounted the kerb on Langs Road and struck two pedestrians just before 5pm, police said in a statement.
London politics
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Teen on electric motorcycle hits 81-year-old, leaves him fighting for his life, authorities say

A 14-year-old boy was arrested for hitting an 81-year-old pedestrian with an electric motorcycle and fleeing the scene.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
#hit-and-run
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Teen dies after being struck by car in Little Island, Cork

The pedestrian was taken from the scene to Cork University Hospital where he has since died. Forensic Collision investigators attended the scene of the incident and an examination took place.
London politics
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Crashes Went Down 15% In Harlem Trash Container Zone, As Mamdani Hawks Citywide Rollout - Streetsblog New York City

Crashes and serious injuries significantly decreased in West Harlem after implementing curbside trash containers.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Three young men injured, one seriously, in single-vehicle crash involving van in Limerick

A single-vehicle collision on R445 Dublin Road in Limerick resulted in injuries to three male occupants, with one sustaining serious injuries.
#vision-zero
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.
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.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
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
Public health
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

How to Use Data to Fight For Safe Streets and Stop Super Speeders - Streetsblog New York City

Speeding is a leading, preventable cause of traffic deaths in New York; targeted technological interventions can slow repeat super speeders and save lives.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Woman killed, child injured in crash in Hayward crosswalk

A 59-year-old woman was killed and a 6-year-old boy injured when a driver struck them at a Hayward crosswalk; driver cooperative, no drugs or alcohol.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Hit-And-Run Driver Kills 4-Year-Old At Dangerous Brooklyn Crossing - Streetsblog New York City

The intersection of Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Parkway is designed for danger. Since January 2022, there have been 368 reported crashes in just a three-block radius of the intersection, injuring 215 people, including 29 pedestrians, 11 cyclists and 175 people inside cars, according to city stats mapped by Crash Count.
Brooklyn
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