#urban-issues
#urban-issues

Google Maps Lists an Oakland Homeless Encampment as Homeless Encampment, Hilarity Ensues

A vacant lot in East Oakland humorously listed as 'Homeless Encampment' on Google Maps reflects social tensions.

Public mockery highlights serious issues of homelessness and urban neglect.

Mission District

Day 85 at the 16th St. Plaza: '...they will come back'

Open drug use has significantly increased in public areas, impacting community safety and well-being.

Los Angeles

L.A. landlord stops blasting "Baby Shark" tune to drive off homeless following complaints

Playing children's music to deter homeless individuals highlights growing tensions between businesses and the homeless crisis in urban areas.

'Living in misery': Doctor pleads with authorities to address rooftop homeless encampment

Homeless encampments on rooftops led to extensive property damage for Dr. Soliman.

San Francisco

Monday Morning Headlines: Three-Year-Old Killed In Petaluma Accident

Mission District

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

East Bay (California)

Google Maps Lists an Oakland Homeless Encampment as Homeless Encampment, Hilarity Ensues

A vacant lot in East Oakland humorously listed as 'Homeless Encampment' on Google Maps reflects social tensions.

Public mockery highlights serious issues of homelessness and urban neglect.

Mission District

Day 85 at the 16th St. Plaza: '...they will come back'

Open drug use has significantly increased in public areas, impacting community safety and well-being.

Los Angeles

L.A. landlord stops blasting "Baby Shark" tune to drive off homeless following complaints

Playing children's music to deter homeless individuals highlights growing tensions between businesses and the homeless crisis in urban areas.

'Living in misery': Doctor pleads with authorities to address rooftop homeless encampment

Homeless encampments on rooftops led to extensive property damage for Dr. Soliman.

San Francisco

Monday Morning Headlines: Three-Year-Old Killed In Petaluma Accident

Mission District

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

New York City needs a hero, but what we have is Andrew Cuomo as the next mayor

Andrew Cuomo is running for mayor of New York City, focusing on the city's urgent issues.

New York City

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.

RV fireball torches NYC diner from 'Goodfellas,' sparking calls for camper crackdown

A fire at the GoodFellas Diner reignited concerns over illegal RVs in NYC's outer boroughs, prompting mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa to call for action.

Exclusive | Here are NYC's worst litterers - the generation, gender may not surprise you

Gen Z men in the Bronx and Queens are reported as major litterers despite claiming pride in their city.

Many New Yorkers perceive a trash problem, yet a significant portion admit to littering occasionally.

fromQNS

NYC parents

Trials and tribulations of trash: New bin law aims for cleaner streets but faces resistance and delays - QNS

NYC politics

Editorial | Containing the problem of New York City rats | amNewYork

New York City needs a hero, but what we have is Andrew Cuomo as the next mayor

Andrew Cuomo is running for mayor of New York City, focusing on the city's urgent issues.

New York City

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.

RV fireball torches NYC diner from 'Goodfellas,' sparking calls for camper crackdown

A fire at the GoodFellas Diner reignited concerns over illegal RVs in NYC's outer boroughs, prompting mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa to call for action.

Exclusive | Here are NYC's worst litterers - the generation, gender may not surprise you

Gen Z men in the Bronx and Queens are reported as major litterers despite claiming pride in their city.

Many New Yorkers perceive a trash problem, yet a significant portion admit to littering occasionally.

fromQNS

NYC parents

Trials and tribulations of trash: New bin law aims for cleaner streets but faces resistance and delays - QNS

NYC politics

Editorial | Containing the problem of New York City rats | amNewYork

NYC politics

Monday's Headlines: 'We Speak English in America' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

2 weeks ago

Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Q-Teams: Addressing quality of life issues across our city | amNewYork

NYC politics

Monday's Headlines: 'We Speak English in America' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

2 weeks ago

Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Q-Teams: Addressing quality of life issues across our city | amNewYork

more#nypd

3 weeks ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: SF House Fire Displaces Twelve

A house fire in San Francisco's Oceanview neighborhood displaced 12 people Tuesday morning, with the fire contained to the attic, breaking out around 3:40 am.

San Francisco

#housing-crisis

Miscellaneous

fromenglish.elpais.com

Japan struggles to address growing number of empty houses

Japan faces a housing crisis with millions of abandoned homes, posing threats of ghost neighborhoods and increased social spending on elderly care.

fromIntelligencer

NYC politics

Let Chi Osse Explain

Miscellaneous

fromenglish.elpais.com

Japan struggles to address growing number of empty houses

Japan faces a housing crisis with millions of abandoned homes, posing threats of ghost neighborhoods and increased social spending on elderly care.

fromIntelligencer

NYC politics

Let Chi Osse Explain

What We Get Wrong About Violent Crime

The tragic incident highlights the dangers of impulsive decisions and the consequences of situational violence within urban environments.

fromIndependent

London politics

'Dublin's a difficult place to trade, there's a lawlessness around here,' says owner of store looted during riots

Black Lives Matter

fromThe New Yorker

What We Get Wrong About Violent Crime

The tragic incident highlights the dangers of impulsive decisions and the consequences of situational violence within urban environments.

fromIndependent

London politics

'Dublin's a difficult place to trade, there's a lawlessness around here,' says owner of store looted during riots

Day 79 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Stolen bins and unwanted guests at Mission Hiring Hall

Increased police presence has made streets feel safer for local workers.

#public-health

Mission District

Day 67 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: All quiet on the other plaza

fromThe Local Germany

Germany news

Row erupts as Frankfurt plans help centre for crack addicts

fromwww.nytimes.com

London politics

Birmingham's Garbage Strike Leaves Trash Piled High and Rats on the Rise

Mission District

Day 67 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: All quiet on the other plaza

fromThe Local Germany

Germany news

Row erupts as Frankfurt plans help centre for crack addicts

fromwww.nytimes.com

London politics

Birmingham's Garbage Strike Leaves Trash Piled High and Rats on the Rise

The London Buzz - 6th May 2025

London faces challenges with unlawful short-term rentals and halted housing developments.

fromwww.nytimes.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

European Anti-Tourism Groups Plan June 15 Disruptions

Travelers to Europe, mark your calendars. On June 15, activists across southern Europe will protest against tourism, highlighting its negative impacts such as overtourism.

Barcelona

#public-safety

UK news

What are sinkholes and how do they form?

A significant sinkhole has closed a major street in Surrey, causing evacuations and water supply issues.

NYC parents

fromFox News

Children on playgrounds targeted by drug runners with candy-colored 'trash cans': DEA agent warns

Drug dealers are innovating by using colorful "trash cans" to package drugs, indicating a shift in distribution methods.

London

fromianVisits

The London Buzz - 20th January 2025

London homeowners face doubling of council tax bills from April under new rules.

Controversial Scientology advertisement at a Tube station shocks commuters.

Suspected World War Two bombs found at a South London shopping centre.

Police respond to public safety concerns with a recent arrest for weapon possession.

Tuesday's Headlines: A Pretty Normal Commute Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Secretary of Transportation criticized NYC's subway system, prompting local responses and reflections on public transport satisfaction.

Portland food

Steaks, baby food, champagne, and threats: 10 hours at the 16th Street BART plaza

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Monday's Headlines: Presidents Day Edition - Streetsblog New York City

UK news

What are sinkholes and how do they form?

A significant sinkhole has closed a major street in Surrey, causing evacuations and water supply issues.

NYC parents

fromFox News

Children on playgrounds targeted by drug runners with candy-colored 'trash cans': DEA agent warns

Drug dealers are innovating by using colorful "trash cans" to package drugs, indicating a shift in distribution methods.

London

fromianVisits

The London Buzz - 20th January 2025

London homeowners face doubling of council tax bills from April under new rules.

Controversial Scientology advertisement at a Tube station shocks commuters.

Suspected World War Two bombs found at a South London shopping centre.

Police respond to public safety concerns with a recent arrest for weapon possession.

Tuesday's Headlines: A Pretty Normal Commute Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Secretary of Transportation criticized NYC's subway system, prompting local responses and reflections on public transport satisfaction.

Portland food

Steaks, baby food, champagne, and threats: 10 hours at the 16th Street BART plaza

Miscellaneous

Monday's Headlines: Presidents Day Edition - Streetsblog New York City

more#public-safety

fromIndependent

'It sends the wrong message' - Molly Malone's stewards will face tricky task keeping statue safe from groping tourists

Earlier this week, the statue of Molly Malone became the center of an unusual and disrespectful act as both locals and tourists engaged in grabbing her breasts.

London music

S.F. police a step closer to gaining powers against illegal street vending

"Those who are not street vendors don't know what we go through as we stand there for hours," said Lopez, who works at the 23rd and Mission intersection six days a week.

San Francisco

Mission District

Accountability: Keeping the 16th Street BART Plazas clean

Mayor Lurie targets the 16th Street BART Plaza to address surface-level issues of violence and chaos.

Tuesday's Headlines: The Summit of Political Life Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Support for congestion pricing is growing among voters, especially city Democrats, indicating a potential political shift.

Maureen Dowd's new book takes on 'notorious' figures - including a dig at 'ventriloquist' Jill Biden

Maureen Dowd calls Jill Biden 'our ventriloquist first lady' in her new book, highlighting first ladies' roles in culture.

NYC real estate

Fire kills squatter inside Brooklyn home with history of arson and unwelcome guests

A squatter died in a Brooklyn building fire with a history of arson and illegal occupation.