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fromAxios
3 days ago

Some blue cities in red states have the nation's highest homicide rates, FBI number show

The nation's homicide rate dropped to 5 per 100,000 residents in 2024, marking the lowest level since the Obama era.
fromThe Cool Down
4 days ago

Resident outraged as obnoxious vehicle plagues neighborhood: 'Should absolutely be illegal'

Mobile advertising trucks with LED screens in downtown areas raise safety and environmental concerns among residents.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Any other business: Dermot Desmond wants us to fly over obstacles rather than go under them

Dermot Desmond expressed a visionary future where cars in cities could eliminate speeding, crashes, and pedestrian accidents, questioning why governments allow anything but autonomous vehicles on the road.
Cars
fromCurbed
1 week ago

The Big Mess at the Old St. George

"It feels like we're only fixing things after the fact instead of discovering things that need fixing ahead of time, which is scary."
NYC real estate
fromElectrek
1 month ago

NYC creates new department to hassle e-bike delivery riders

Mayor Eric Adams claims that the Department of Sustainable Delivery will support delivery workers, enhance pedestrian safety, and hold delivery app companies accountable for pressure on gig workers.
NYC politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Sadiq Khan vows policing blitz to tackle tide of crime in London's 20 most blighted town centres

High streets like Stratford and Croydon will see increased police activity this summer to combat rising crime rates.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Major Tourist Destinations Have a Hidden Transportation Hazard That Leaves Travelers and Locals Vulnerable

Electric scooters and e-bikes pose significant travel hazards due to a high injury rate, prompting cities to implement safety measures.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Police In San Francisco and San Jose Seize Large Hauls of Illegal Fireworks Ahead of July 4th Holiday

Authorities in San Francisco and San Jose seized significant caches of illegal fireworks, preventing potential harm and chaos in urban areas.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Opinion: 'Community,' Opportunism and the Bedford Ave. Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The Bedford Avenue bike lane embodies a complex struggle between community needs and cyclist safety amid political indecision.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Should drivers be forced to go slower?

In 1652, New Amsterdam passed what may be North America's first speed limit, reflecting early recognition of the dangers of speed in dense urban environments.
Alternative transportation
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Bed-Stuy Fire Guts Three Buildings as Investigators Work to Uncover Cause

Firefighters contained a severe three-alarm fire in Bedford-Stuyvesant, causing a building collapse and damaging two others.
#cologne
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Good News for Bridge Bike Lanes Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mopeds are being allowed on the roadway of the Brooklyn and Queensboro bridges, enhancing safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Police reveal new super-fast e-bikes putting the brakes on phone snatchers in London

The electric fleet will differ from offenders' bikes by having distinctive force logos, flashing lights and sirens, making them easily identifiable in pursuit situations.
London politics
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Drone-based robot concept can enhance safety in dangerous, urban places - Yanko Design

GARDI is an autonomous patrol robot designed to enhance public safety in inadequately surveilled areas, providing a visible deterrent and a communication link to authorities.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Evidence shows that LTNs improve people's lives | Letters

Rather than simply shuffling traffic between side roads and main roads, as Harker asserts, low-traffic neighbourhoods in Lambeth and elsewhere lead to significant overall drops across the whole area.
London politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Longtime New Yorker walking on Central Park West is grazed by stray bullet in 'terrifying' ordeal

A New Yorker was grazed by a bullet while walking, highlighting the ongoing issue of street crime in urban areas.
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Monday Morning Headlines: High Winds Expected This AM

A man was killed in a hit-and-run while riding a scooter in Oakland, illustrating urban safety issues.
fromeuronews
3 months ago

At least 14 killed in Kolkata hotel fire, Indian police say

Photos and videos carried by Indian media showed people trying to escape through the building's windows and along narrow ledges. This illustrates the chaotic scene during the fire at Rituraj Hotel.
London
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Wow, It's Now Been Five Whole Years Since JFK Drive Went Car-Free

JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park became permanently car-free five years ago, celebrating safety and accessibility amid ongoing controversies.
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