#urban-safety

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fromElectrek
2 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
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
2 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
fromNew York Post
2 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
2 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
2 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.
#journalism
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Wednesday's Headlines: Honoring Public Space Heroes Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Public Space Awards celebrate individuals enhancing city public spaces, including an award for advocate Christine Berthet.
#brooklyn
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Welcome to your new dystopia, New York - all thanks to pro-crime progressives

Target bans minors without adults to combat rising violence in stores.
Underlying issues of youth disorder highlight failures in urban safety and accountability.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Friday Video: A Very Cogent Argument Against E-Bike Registration - Streetsblog New York City

A Canadian critic highlights flaws in a New York bill for e-bike registration, arguing it doesn't address core safety issues.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

One in hospital after bus and car crash in Lewisham centre

The incident involving a crash between a bus and a car in Lewisham led to one individual being hospitalized, highlighting safety concerns in urban transport.
London politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

What are sinkholes, how are they formed and why did one appear in a Surrey street?

Urgent evacuations in Godstone illustrate serious dangers posed by sinkholes, especially in urban settings.
Sinkholes form due to natural and human-induced factors, and certain areas are particularly prone to their occurrence.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago

Gov. Hochul Could Transform Our City with Parking Reform - Streetsblog New York City

Unregulated use of out-of-state license plates leads to higher costs for honest drivers and significant lost revenue for the city.
philosophy
fromAeon
5 months ago

How did rape become a feature of Indian society, like caste? | Aeon Essays

The article captures the contrast between the safety narrative of Indiranagar and the author's unsettling experience walking home at night.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Man suspected of fatally stabbing NYC boy, 14, is same perp in Bronx subway slashing: cops

Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny stated, 'At this time, we believe the two incidents are connected, and were committed by the same perpetrator,' indicating the urgency of locating the suspect.
New York City
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