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fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Ontario appeals court ruling that blocked Toronto bike lane removals | CBC News

Ontario is appealing a court ruling that blocked plans to remove 19 kilometres of protected bike lanes on Yonge, Bloor and University avenues.
#public-transport
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study * Brooklyn Paper

The proposed Coney Island casino will likely cause severe traffic congestion and exceed local parking capacity.
#richmond-san-rafael-bridge
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Access to bike path on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge to be limited, to be converted into breakdown lane

"There are only 21 bikes using it a day to get to work. But there are nearly 21,000 cars backed up for miles trying to get to work," said Joshua Arce with California Alliance for Jobs.
Alternative transportation
California
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Wildfire Evacuation From Berkeley Hills Could Take Over 4 Hours, Study Finds | KQED

Berkeley hills residents need a reliable evacuation plan due to inadequate roadway capacity during emergencies.
fromsilive
3 weeks ago

Cities with the worst traffic: Where does NYC rank?

New York City has fallen just outside the top five worst traffic cities, ranking sixth, after improvements in average commute time and weekday congestion.
New York City
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto council approves priority transit lanes on Bathurst and Dufferin | CBC News

Toronto city council approves priority transit lanes on Bathurst and Dufferin streets to alleviate congestion ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Freeway roadwork to cause delays near wealthy California enclave

"To alleviate traffic congestion, drivers will shift towards the median divided by safety barriers, allowing there to still be two lanes," project spokesperson Kirsten Ayars told SFGATE on Friday.
Los Angeles
#urban-mobility
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

The future of transit isn't flashy, it's functional

Functional solutions, rather than sci-fi concepts, will shape the future of urban mobility.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
New York City

U.S. Cities Losing the Most Time to Traffic Congestion, and Costing Themselves Millions

U.S. drivers average 43 hours in traffic yearly, costing $771 each; congestion is worst in the Northeast, notably in New York City.
New York City
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

U.S. Cities Losing the Most Time to Traffic Congestion, and Costing Themselves Millions

U.S. drivers average 43 hours in traffic yearly, costing $771 each; congestion is worst in the Northeast, notably in New York City.
fromCurbed
1 month ago

The Upper West Side Is Trying to Tame Delivery Traffic

Microhubs in New York City reduce congestion from delivery trucks and improve efficiency for couriers.
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Sweeteners Delay Vote on Controversial Marine Terminal Plan

New funding will enable 40% affordable housing at 60% AMI and significant repairs for NYCHA.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

'We hope common sense will prevail': Nursery to appeal extension plan refusal

We are disappointed by the recent decision to refuse planning permission for the proposed extension to our nursery in the Hacton ward. As a long-standing and trusted early years provider in the community, our sole aim is to meet the growing demand for local childcare - a need that has only increased with the completion of the new 300-home development at the St George's Hospital site. We will be lodging a formal appeal against the decision.
Renovation
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
1 month ago

Man blames 'total gridlock' around major London bridge on Silvertown Tunnel toll

Transport for London has implemented tolls for the new Thames tunnel, leading to increased congestion at alternative crossings like Tower Bridge, according to local residents.
London food
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Bay Area's 'Casual Carpool' making a comeback as state's 'Clean Air Decal' program expiring soon

"What I loved most about 'Casual Carpool' is the flexibly it gave to people. You are not chasing after BART. You are not chasing after a bus."
Alternative transportation
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

East Bay official wants new Richmond-San Rafael Bridge

Richmond's Vice Mayor advocates for a new bridge to alleviate traffic and better serve community needs.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Port Authority to travelers: Do not drive to JFK Airport this summer'

The Port Authority discourages driving to JFK this summer amidst predicted passenger volume records and major construction, urging the use of public transit for smoother travel.
NYC parents
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Trump asks Tehran residents to evacuate immediately'. But can they?

The heavy traffic congestion in Tehran makes evacuation implausible; the capital's population of 10 million presents significant challenges for a safe and swift departure.
Washington DC
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Drivers turn to ferry to avoid new tunnel tolls

The introduction of tolls on two tunnels has resulted in increased usage of a free ferry, leading to congestion.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

An attempt to solve Tahoe's biggest traffic problem begins this summer

the highway in Emerald Bay is never, ever empty in the middle of a summer day.
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

In an era of congestion pricing, lawmakers advocate for residential parking permits in NYC

A proposed bill would require parking permits for residents in certain Brooklyn neighborhoods to improve parking access and reduce congestion.
NYC politics
fromEssentiallySports
2 months ago

Mets' $21.3B Owner Steve Cohen Wants NY Taxpayer Funds for Ferry Service to His Citi Field Stadium: Report

Steve Cohen pushes for NYC Ferry service to alleviate traffic and improve access around Citi Field and LaGuardia Airport.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Two months of the Silvertown tunnel - has it made traffic better or worse?

"The Silvertown tunnel campaigners argue that it is worsening traffic around South London, especially the A102, despite claims from TfL about reduced congestion at Blackwall."
London politics
NYC parents
fromsilive
3 months ago

'Someone is going to get hurt': Neighbor warns of worsening traffic issues near this Staten Island school

Traffic congestion around PS 32 is significantly impacting residents' daily lives, leading to frustration and safety concerns.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

The worst areas in London for roadworks revealed how bad is your neighbourhood?

Westminster experiences the most roadworks in London with 18,123 in 2024, causing significant disruptions for drivers.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Ontario gets moving on Highway 401 tunnel feasibility study | CBC News

"The reason we're having a feasibility study is it's going to determine the length. If they're telling me, 30 kilometres is X, 40 kilometres is Y, and 70 kilometres or 60 kilometres is another cost, let's take a look at it," he said when he announced his plan in September. "But we're going to get the job done, mark my words."
Toronto startup
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

Legislation Moves in Assembly to Loosen Environmental Regulations on Proposed Widening of SR 37 - Streetsblog San Francisco

"Today, SR 37 has two lanes in each direction except for a 10 mile stretch where it has one lane, cresting a major bottleneck...adding an hour and a half to two-way commutes."
Alternative transportation
fromsilive
3 months ago

Reopening the park roadway will only make things worse (letter to the editor)

Reopening Silver Lake Park Road under the guise of public safety seems more about alleviating traffic congestion rather than genuinely enhancing safety in the park.
NYC politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Council approves new plan to ease Toronto congestion, create 'traffic czar' | CBC News

Gridlock costs the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) $44.7 billion a year in economic and social value, which includes lost productivity.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Traffic Congestion Is Holding Back the Economy in These Massive Cities

U.S. drivers are spending an increasing amount of time in traffic, costing them economically and impacting productivity.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Ontario's bill to remove certain bike lanes to be tested with Charter challenge | CBC News

The removal of major Toronto bike lanes may be unconstitutional according to cyclists' lawyers.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Cycling advocates optimistic about fate of Toronto bike lanes after province says it's open to compromise | CBC News

I think the province knows that they're not going to solve traffic congestion by taking out bike lanes.
Toronto startup
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