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NYC parents
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Slaughter of the Innocents: Recidivist Speeder Kills Three - Streetsblog New York City

A driver with a suspended license killed three pedestrians and injured another after crashing into a taxi while driving recklessly on a city street.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 month ago

'Stop super speeders' bill gains new momentum after Brooklyn car crash kills Jewish mom and two children - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

New York's 'Stop Super Speeders' bill aims to install speed limiters for repeat offenders after a tragic car crash reignites support.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Monday's Headlines: City Hall vs. the Super Speeders Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Council Member Yusef Salaam rallies for a resolution to mandate speed limiters for reckless drivers, urging Albany to pass the 'Stop Super Speeders' bill.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

State lawmakers urge passage of bill to require speed-reducing technology in new vehicles

The Stop Super Speeders Act will require speed limiters for repeat reckless drivers to enhance road safety.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

E-bike rider fatally strikes 49-year-old man in Greenpoint, no charges filed * Brooklyn Paper

E-bike accidents are becoming increasingly deadly in NYC, with a recent incident resulting in the death of a pedestrian after a collision.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe - Streetsblog New York City

Political leaders must act to better regulate dangerous drivers to prevent tragedies.
Current laws limit accountability for dangerous drivers despite clear evidence of their offenses.
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Slaughter of the Innocents: Recidivist Speeder Kills Three - Streetsblog New York City

A driver with a suspended license killed three pedestrians and injured another after crashing into a taxi while driving recklessly on a city street.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 month ago

'Stop super speeders' bill gains new momentum after Brooklyn car crash kills Jewish mom and two children - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

New York's 'Stop Super Speeders' bill aims to install speed limiters for repeat offenders after a tragic car crash reignites support.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Monday's Headlines: City Hall vs. the Super Speeders Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Council Member Yusef Salaam rallies for a resolution to mandate speed limiters for reckless drivers, urging Albany to pass the 'Stop Super Speeders' bill.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

State lawmakers urge passage of bill to require speed-reducing technology in new vehicles

The Stop Super Speeders Act will require speed limiters for repeat reckless drivers to enhance road safety.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

E-bike rider fatally strikes 49-year-old man in Greenpoint, no charges filed * Brooklyn Paper

E-bike accidents are becoming increasingly deadly in NYC, with a recent incident resulting in the death of a pedestrian after a collision.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe - Streetsblog New York City

Political leaders must act to better regulate dangerous drivers to prevent tragedies.
Current laws limit accountability for dangerous drivers despite clear evidence of their offenses.
more#legislation
#new-york-city
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

NYC lawmakers discuss banning parking within 20 feet of crosswalks

New York City Council is considering legislation to improve road safety by removing parking near intersections and crosswalks.
fromGothamist
4 hours ago
NYC politics

NYC car crashes have been declining. Congestion pricing accelerated the trend.

Congestion pricing in Manhattan has significantly reduced the number of crashes, injuries, and deaths since its implementation.
The decrease in crashes extends beyond the congestion zone, contributing to a broader citywide trend of reduced traffic incidents.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago
NYC startup

Pedestrian's Death Spurs Plea For Protected Bike Lanes In Brooklyn

Activists demand immediate action to improve street safety following the death of a pedestrian caused by an e-bike.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Map Quest: Meet The City's Most Dangerous Drivers (And Where They're Preying On You) - Streetsblog New York City

A new report identifies the ten most dangerous drivers in NYC, revealing alarming patterns of recidivism and disregard for safety.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday's Headlines: Brooklyn Crash 'Horror' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Recent tragic accident in NYC underscores the need for stricter accountability for reckless drivers.
The driver involved had a history of dangerous driving and numerous citations.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC traffic deaths plummet in first quarter of 2025, city data shows

Traffic fatalities in NYC significantly declined in Q1 2025, the lowest since 2018.
NYC politics
fromsilive
1 week ago

NYC lawmakers discuss banning parking within 20 feet of crosswalks

New York City Council is considering legislation to improve road safety by removing parking near intersections and crosswalks.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 hours ago

NYC car crashes have been declining. Congestion pricing accelerated the trend.

Congestion pricing in Manhattan has significantly reduced the number of crashes, injuries, and deaths since its implementation.
The decrease in crashes extends beyond the congestion zone, contributing to a broader citywide trend of reduced traffic incidents.
NYC startup
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago

Pedestrian's Death Spurs Plea For Protected Bike Lanes In Brooklyn

Activists demand immediate action to improve street safety following the death of a pedestrian caused by an e-bike.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Map Quest: Meet The City's Most Dangerous Drivers (And Where They're Preying On You) - Streetsblog New York City

A new report identifies the ten most dangerous drivers in NYC, revealing alarming patterns of recidivism and disregard for safety.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday's Headlines: Brooklyn Crash 'Horror' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Recent tragic accident in NYC underscores the need for stricter accountability for reckless drivers.
The driver involved had a history of dangerous driving and numerous citations.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC traffic deaths plummet in first quarter of 2025, city data shows

Traffic fatalities in NYC significantly declined in Q1 2025, the lowest since 2018.
more#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
15 hours ago

Monday's Headlines: NYPD Bike Crackdown Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD's new criminalization policy for common cycling violations has drawn backlash and concerns over racial profiling and targeting of immigrant cyclists.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New San Francisco program backed by Newsom will issue speeding tickets based on income

San Francisco's new program issues income-based discounts on speeding tickets, promoting equitable traffic enforcement.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

SF speed cameras now in use; warnings to be given out for 2 months before citations

Speed cameras are being installed in San Francisco, providing initial warnings before fines will be implemented after two months.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
San Francisco

Speed Cameras: San Francisco Gets Them First. Whither the Other Six? - Streetsblog California

San Francisco is the first California city to install speed cameras for traffic safety.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
San Francisco

'These are people's lives': Where SF traffic fatalities stand after deadly year

Traffic deaths in San Francisco decreased in early 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, showing potential improvement in pedestrian safety.
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago
San Francisco

Advocates at Vision Zero Rally Call for New Commitment to Safety - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's Vision Zero initiative needs renewed commitment as traffic fatalities rise.
Financial implications of traffic incidents are prompting advocates to push for better safety measures.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Changes come to SF West Portal intersection a year after family of 4 killed in crash

Safety improvements in San Francisco's West Portal neighborhood follow the tragic death of a family of four in a car accident.
San Francisco
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New San Francisco program backed by Newsom will issue speeding tickets based on income

San Francisco's new program issues income-based discounts on speeding tickets, promoting equitable traffic enforcement.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

SF speed cameras now in use; warnings to be given out for 2 months before citations

Speed cameras are being installed in San Francisco, providing initial warnings before fines will be implemented after two months.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
San Francisco

Speed Cameras: San Francisco Gets Them First. Whither the Other Six? - Streetsblog California

San Francisco is the first California city to install speed cameras for traffic safety.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
San Francisco

'These are people's lives': Where SF traffic fatalities stand after deadly year

Traffic deaths in San Francisco decreased in early 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, showing potential improvement in pedestrian safety.
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago
San Francisco

Advocates at Vision Zero Rally Call for New Commitment to Safety - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's Vision Zero initiative needs renewed commitment as traffic fatalities rise.
Financial implications of traffic incidents are prompting advocates to push for better safety measures.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Changes come to SF West Portal intersection a year after family of 4 killed in crash

Safety improvements in San Francisco's West Portal neighborhood follow the tragic death of a family of four in a car accident.
more#san-francisco
#reckless-driving
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Mother and 2 kids dead, third fighting for his life after cars crash through Brooklyn intersection

A mother and her two daughters were killed in a tragic car crash in Brooklyn involving a driver with a suspended license.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Get real about consequences for New York's worst drivers

New York must implement stricter measures, including routine vehicle impounding, to target dangerous drivers and reduce traffic fatalities.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 month ago

After family killed by driver, locals call for changes to Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway

Local outrage follows tragic deaths of a mother and her children due to reckless driving on Ocean Parkway.
Reckless driving and pedestrian safety concerns plague Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

BREAKING: Recidivist Driver Who Killed Three on Ocean Parkway Has Been Charged - Streetsblog New York City

Miriam Yarimi has been charged with manslaughter and other offenses after running a red light, causing a tragic crash that killed a mother and her children.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

'The real solution is to stop driving like jerks.' Highlighting dangerous behavior on Staten Island's Hylan Blvd.

Hylan Boulevard is Staten Island's most dangerous roadway, with reckless driving contributing to a third of the borough's motor vehicle fatalities.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Reckless Ohio driver causes multi-vehicle crash by coming to full stop on busy interstate after missing exit - then flees

Reckless driving can lead to serious accidents, as demonstrated by the three-vehicle crash caused by a driver stopping abruptly on the interstate.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Mother and 2 kids dead, third fighting for his life after cars crash through Brooklyn intersection

A mother and her two daughters were killed in a tragic car crash in Brooklyn involving a driver with a suspended license.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Get real about consequences for New York's worst drivers

New York must implement stricter measures, including routine vehicle impounding, to target dangerous drivers and reduce traffic fatalities.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 month ago

After family killed by driver, locals call for changes to Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway

Local outrage follows tragic deaths of a mother and her children due to reckless driving on Ocean Parkway.
Reckless driving and pedestrian safety concerns plague Brooklyn's Ocean Parkway.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

BREAKING: Recidivist Driver Who Killed Three on Ocean Parkway Has Been Charged - Streetsblog New York City

Miriam Yarimi has been charged with manslaughter and other offenses after running a red light, causing a tragic crash that killed a mother and her children.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

'The real solution is to stop driving like jerks.' Highlighting dangerous behavior on Staten Island's Hylan Blvd.

Hylan Boulevard is Staten Island's most dangerous roadway, with reckless driving contributing to a third of the borough's motor vehicle fatalities.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Reckless Ohio driver causes multi-vehicle crash by coming to full stop on busy interstate after missing exit - then flees

Reckless driving can lead to serious accidents, as demonstrated by the three-vehicle crash caused by a driver stopping abruptly on the interstate.
more#reckless-driving
#urban-planning
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto speed camera that's issued over 65,000 tickets cut down for 4th time | CBC News

Vandals repeatedly cut down speed camera; advocates urge city to improve Parkside Drive safety.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Philbrick: Is the convenience of turning right on red worth the risk? - San Jose Spotlight

Right turns on red, initially implemented to save energy, pose significant safety risks for pedestrians and cyclists, prompting a reevaluation of their relevance.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago
Mission District

AC Transit's BRT project increased traffic violence and displaced many businesses, new report says

AC Transit's BRT service increased traffic fatalities by 30% and negatively impacted local businesses due to poor planning and lack of community involvement.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Judge grants injunction to pause removal of Toronto bike lanes | CBC News

Ontario judge issues injunction halting removal of bike lanes pending constitutional review.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto speed camera that's issued over 65,000 tickets cut down for 4th time | CBC News

Vandals repeatedly cut down speed camera; advocates urge city to improve Parkside Drive safety.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Philbrick: Is the convenience of turning right on red worth the risk? - San Jose Spotlight

Right turns on red, initially implemented to save energy, pose significant safety risks for pedestrians and cyclists, prompting a reevaluation of their relevance.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago
Mission District

AC Transit's BRT project increased traffic violence and displaced many businesses, new report says

AC Transit's BRT service increased traffic fatalities by 30% and negatively impacted local businesses due to poor planning and lack of community involvement.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Judge grants injunction to pause removal of Toronto bike lanes | CBC News

Ontario judge issues injunction halting removal of bike lanes pending constitutional review.
more#urban-planning
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
Boston food

Woman killed when commuter rail train crashes into her car in Abington, officials say

A woman died after a train collided with her car at a railroad crossing in Abington.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago
Cars

Robotaxis are already making roads safer, Waymo report reveals

Waymo Driver significantly reduces severe crashes, enhancing safety for vulnerable road users.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
California

California proposes to allow testing of driverless heavy-duty trucks

California proposes regulations for testing self-driving heavy-duty trucks on public roads, breaking its ban on autonomous vehicles over 10,000lbs.
The regulations aim to address safety concerns while enabling innovation in self-driving technology.
fromTESLARATI
4 days ago
Cars

Robotaxis are already making roads safer, Waymo report reveals

Waymo Driver significantly reduces severe crashes, enhancing safety for vulnerable road users.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
California

California proposes to allow testing of driverless heavy-duty trucks

California proposes regulations for testing self-driving heavy-duty trucks on public roads, breaking its ban on autonomous vehicles over 10,000lbs.
The regulations aim to address safety concerns while enabling innovation in self-driving technology.
more#autonomous-vehicles
#urban-development
fromPadailypost
4 days ago
East Bay real estate

City willing to use eminent domain to get land for Highway 101-Woodside Road interchange expansion

Redwood City Council approved eminent domain for land acquisition to enhance safety at the Woodside Road-Highway 101 interchange.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
Mission District

Mountain View starts construction on California Street to reduce lanes - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View is enhancing safety on California Street by adding protected bike lanes and improving crosswalks, reducing vehicle lanes in the process.
East Bay real estate
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

City willing to use eminent domain to get land for Highway 101-Woodside Road interchange expansion

Redwood City Council approved eminent domain for land acquisition to enhance safety at the Woodside Road-Highway 101 interchange.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
Mission District

Mountain View starts construction on California Street to reduce lanes - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View is enhancing safety on California Street by adding protected bike lanes and improving crosswalks, reducing vehicle lanes in the process.
more#urban-development
#community-advocacy
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

City To Fix Dangerous Bushwick Intersection Where Driver Killed Motorcyclist - Streetsblog New York City

Bushwick will implement a car ban on a dangerous street following a fatal crash, enhancing safety measures for pedestrians.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Staten Islanders Fight To Keep Park Car-free - Streetsblog New York City

Local advocates oppose reopening Silver Lake Park's roadway to vehicles, citing safety concerns since it became a car-free space during the pandemic.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

City To Fix Dangerous Bushwick Intersection Where Driver Killed Motorcyclist - Streetsblog New York City

Bushwick will implement a car ban on a dangerous street following a fatal crash, enhancing safety measures for pedestrians.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Staten Islanders Fight To Keep Park Car-free - Streetsblog New York City

Local advocates oppose reopening Silver Lake Park's roadway to vehicles, citing safety concerns since it became a car-free space during the pandemic.
more#community-advocacy
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Virginia will use technology to slow chronic speeders' cars-and other states are rushing to join in

States are exploring Intelligent Speed Assist technology to reduce traffic fatalities and speeding incidents, even while federal support wanes.
#road-safety
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Berkeley crashes injured more people in 2024

Traffic injury accidents in Berkeley reached a six-year high in 2024, raising concerns about safety despite efforts to eliminate fatalities.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Does Driver's Ed Really Make Roads Safer? - Streetsblog USA

Georgia's teen driver education program fails to ensure safety for young drivers, highlighting a broader issue in driver education across the U.S.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Berkeley crashes injured more people in 2024

Traffic injury accidents in Berkeley reached a six-year high in 2024, raising concerns about safety despite efforts to eliminate fatalities.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Does Driver's Ed Really Make Roads Safer? - Streetsblog USA

Georgia's teen driver education program fails to ensure safety for young drivers, highlighting a broader issue in driver education across the U.S.
more#road-safety
#staten-island
fromsilive
1 week ago
Upper West Side

In an effort to slow traffic, city installs 3 new speed humps on this Staten Island road

Speed humps installed on Westcott Boulevard aim to reduce speeding and enhance safety for residents.
fromsilive
2 weeks ago
Cars

For second time in 5 years, Staten Island resident's car hit while parked outside home

A parked Honda SUV was struck by another vehicle after an accident involving a third car failing to obey a stop sign.
fromsilive
1 week ago
Upper West Side

In an effort to slow traffic, city installs 3 new speed humps on this Staten Island road

Speed humps installed on Westcott Boulevard aim to reduce speeding and enhance safety for residents.
fromsilive
2 weeks ago
Cars

For second time in 5 years, Staten Island resident's car hit while parked outside home

A parked Honda SUV was struck by another vehicle after an accident involving a third car failing to obey a stop sign.
more#staten-island
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Sacramento Is the First in the Nation to Use Bus Mounted Cameras/AI to Keep Bike Lanes Free of Cars - Streetsblog California

Sacramento launches first bus-mounted camera program to ticket drivers blocking bike lanes, enhancing safety for cyclists.
#legal-proceedings
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Two fatal Bay Area hit-and-runs in two weeks raise alarms

Drivers are fleeing the scene after fatal accidents, prompting calls for stronger accountability measures.
Two separate incidents, both involving red light violations, resulted in the deaths of pedestrians.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Bicycling

Teenage driver who left cyclist with catastrophic brain damage after running red light faces two years' jail

A cyclist sustained serious injuries in a collision with a car, raising concerns about his survival.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK news

Plea date set for driver accused of causing cyclist's death

A charged driver likely responsible for cyclist Harry Webb's tragic death in Hackney hit and run.
Plea hearing for the accused driver scheduled after the cyclist's untimely passing.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

High bus driver who killed girl, 9, in Bexleyheath crash pictured for first time

Martin Asolo-Agogua pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving while unfit through drugs, leading to a tragic loss of a young life.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Two fatal Bay Area hit-and-runs in two weeks raise alarms

Drivers are fleeing the scene after fatal accidents, prompting calls for stronger accountability measures.
Two separate incidents, both involving red light violations, resulted in the deaths of pedestrians.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Bicycling

Teenage driver who left cyclist with catastrophic brain damage after running red light faces two years' jail

A cyclist sustained serious injuries in a collision with a car, raising concerns about his survival.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK news

Plea date set for driver accused of causing cyclist's death

A charged driver likely responsible for cyclist Harry Webb's tragic death in Hackney hit and run.
Plea hearing for the accused driver scheduled after the cyclist's untimely passing.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

High bus driver who killed girl, 9, in Bexleyheath crash pictured for first time

Martin Asolo-Agogua pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving while unfit through drugs, leading to a tragic loss of a young life.
more#legal-proceedings
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Cars

'Copycat' Lucky Dip gang members stopped with 'stinger' device after motorway chaos

Gang of masked teenagers attempted vehicle thefts in a hospital car park during Easter weekend.
Multiple high-speed chases resulted in arrests following dangerous driving incidents.
#accident-prevention
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
NYC politics

DOT Still Opposes Push to Ban Corner Parking - Streetsblog New York City

Proposed no-parking zones near crosswalks may lead to increased injuries without adequate infrastructure.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Notorious NYC road where wacky wigmaker Miriam Yarimi allegedly killed mom, 2 kids has dangerous history: 'All the time I see people speeding'

Ocean Parkway is a notoriously dangerous road, with long-standing calls for traffic safety improvements after tragic accidents.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
NYC politics

DOT Still Opposes Push to Ban Corner Parking - Streetsblog New York City

Proposed no-parking zones near crosswalks may lead to increased injuries without adequate infrastructure.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Notorious NYC road where wacky wigmaker Miriam Yarimi allegedly killed mom, 2 kids has dangerous history: 'All the time I see people speeding'

Ocean Parkway is a notoriously dangerous road, with long-standing calls for traffic safety improvements after tragic accidents.
more#accident-prevention
#public-health
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Study: Covid May Make Sick Drivers Worse Behind the Wheel - Streetsblog USA

Covid-19 infection rates correlate with increased car crash risk, indicating a need for government intervention.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

A serious car crash occurs every 7 minutes on Long Island - and NY rep is demanding action: 'National crisis'

Urgent federal intervention is needed to address the alarming rise in traffic fatalities, as evidenced by a recent investigation on Long Island.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Study: Covid May Make Sick Drivers Worse Behind the Wheel - Streetsblog USA

Covid-19 infection rates correlate with increased car crash risk, indicating a need for government intervention.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

A serious car crash occurs every 7 minutes on Long Island - and NY rep is demanding action: 'National crisis'

Urgent federal intervention is needed to address the alarming rise in traffic fatalities, as evidenced by a recent investigation on Long Island.
more#public-health
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
California

SB 720 and What You Need to Know about Red Light Cameras - Streetsblog California

Running red lights presents serious dangers, evidenced by fatalities and injuries in California, and highlights the need for reform.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Lighten up! New DOT bike lane traffic signals on Upper East Side installed to help protect cyclists and pedestrians

The installation of smaller bike traffic signals in Manhattan improves cyclist safety and compliance with traffic laws.
fromwww.times-series.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

Pupils put ideas for a 'car free' area to Downing Street

Children in Kilburn advocate for a car-free street for better play space, engaging local MP to support their community initiative.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

Road report: Here's where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC

Luxury vehicles in NYC are driven by repeat offenders accumulating excessive speeding violations, emphasizing a need for stronger enforcement measures.
#law-enforcement
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Bad driver's fatal crash bust: Letters to the Editor - April 1, 2025

The tragic crash highlights accountability issues for unlicensed drivers and systemic failures in enforcing traffic laws.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

In a 'Tough-On-Crime' Nation, Why Is Car Crime Everywhere? - Streetsblog USA

The rise of radar detectors reflects a cultural shift in attitudes toward speeding, complicating the relationship between law, safety, and individual behavior.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Bad driver's fatal crash bust: Letters to the Editor - April 1, 2025

The tragic crash highlights accountability issues for unlicensed drivers and systemic failures in enforcing traffic laws.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

In a 'Tough-On-Crime' Nation, Why Is Car Crime Everywhere? - Streetsblog USA

The rise of radar detectors reflects a cultural shift in attitudes toward speeding, complicating the relationship between law, safety, and individual behavior.
more#law-enforcement
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
East Bay (California)

Part vigil, part protest: A heartfelt remembrance for Michael Burawoy in Oakland

The vigil highlighted the urgent need for safer road designs in Oakland following the tragic death of sociologist Michael Burawoy.
#fatalities
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 weeks ago
Cars

4 killed, 2 injured when speeding car filled with mostly California high school student crashes into tree

A speeding car crash in Santa Ana resulted in the deaths of four high school students and left two others injured.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

A major Bay Area artery was listed as the region's deadliest road

El Camino Real is the deadliest road in the Bay Area, with a total of 129 fatalities reported from 2002 to 2022.
Cars
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 weeks ago

4 killed, 2 injured when speeding car filled with mostly California high school student crashes into tree

A speeding car crash in Santa Ana resulted in the deaths of four high school students and left two others injured.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

A major Bay Area artery was listed as the region's deadliest road

El Camino Real is the deadliest road in the Bay Area, with a total of 129 fatalities reported from 2002 to 2022.
more#fatalities
#road-rage
fromMedium
4 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Why the car horn is the most annoying UX failure on the road

Car horns have shifted from safety devices to tools for expressing frustration, contributing to urban noise pollution.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Bicycling

Motorcyclist dragged by car in violent SoCal road rage incident caught on video

Road rage incident in Riverside led to attempted murder charges against a driver after he dragged a motorcyclist with his car.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Bicycling

California driver drags motorcyclist in caught on camera road rage dispute, charged with attempted murder

A motorcycle rider was seriously injured in a road rage incident where he was run over and dragged by a car.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Bicycling

Motorcyclist dragged by car in violent SoCal road rage incident caught on video

Road rage incident in Riverside led to attempted murder charges against a driver after he dragged a motorcyclist with his car.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Bicycling

California driver drags motorcyclist in caught on camera road rage dispute, charged with attempted murder

A motorcycle rider was seriously injured in a road rage incident where he was run over and dragged by a car.
more#road-rage
fromThe Local Germany
4 weeks ago
Germany news

Why drivers in Germany can expect more speed controls this week

Germany's police are increasing speed controls in 14 states to reduce traffic fatalities caused by speeding.
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago
San Francisco

Big Sur lowers speed limits as locals continue to struggle

Speed limit lowered on Highway 1 in Big Sur to enhance safety and promote scenic enjoyment.
fromcyclingnews.com
4 weeks ago
Bicycling

Guilty verdict of vehicular homicide handed to motorist who struck and killed junior US cyclist Magnus White in 2023

Yeva Smilianska was found guilty of reckless vehicular homicide for the death of junior cyclist Magnus White.
Law
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Court rejects State's claim that suspended sentence was too lenient for driver who caused 'life-changing harm' to girl (5)

The Court of Appeal supported a suspended sentence for Emmett Rigney despite his dangerous driving causing severe injury to a young girl.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Can I interest you in an app that tracks your driving behavior?

Real-time monitoring of driving behaviors can enhance road safety.
Smartphone apps that track driving can influence safer driving habits.
#speed-limits
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Speed limit in Dumbo to be lowered to 20 mph as nabe becomes Brooklyn's first Regional Slow Zone' Brooklyn Paper

Dumbo's speed limit drops to 20 mph as part of Brooklyn's first Regional Slow Zone for enhanced safety.
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

DUMBO Speed Limit Drops to 20MPH

NYC DOT reduces speed limits to 20 mph in DUMBO to enhance pedestrian safety.
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Speed limit in Dumbo to be lowered to 20 mph as nabe becomes Brooklyn's first Regional Slow Zone' Brooklyn Paper

Dumbo's speed limit drops to 20 mph as part of Brooklyn's first Regional Slow Zone for enhanced safety.
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

DUMBO Speed Limit Drops to 20MPH

NYC DOT reduces speed limits to 20 mph in DUMBO to enhance pedestrian safety.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Screams heard as students 'scared in class' after crash which killed woman

A tragic crash in central London resulted in one death and two injuries, with a driver arrested for careless and drug driving.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Cars

Dust storm causes deadly highway pileup in Kansas. Here's what to know

Dust storms pose deadly risks, yet public awareness of their dangers remains alarmingly low.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Get ready: New NYC license plate rules go into effect April 16

New NYC rules mandate clear visibility of license plates to enhance safety and enforce traffic laws.
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