Temporary Third Spaces Emerge as Pop-Up Parks in Vacant Urban Land
A vacant building's terrace in Arlington, Virginia, has been transformed into a temporary pop-up park, offering a potential model for cities seeking…
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Clara Whitfield
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The Unsung Bureaucrat: Planners in Film and Television
An examination of how urban planners are portrayed in popular culture, exploring their depiction in films and television shows and the potential…
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Digital Platforms and Urban Engagement in London
Exploring how digital platforms, including those offering diverse online experiences like Grana Win casino, integrate into London's urban fabric and influence resident…
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New York smoke-alert debate raises a London question on driving during bad-air days
A Streetsblog NYC item asks why city leaders do not tell drivers to avoid unnecessary trips when wildfire smoke worsens air quality.…
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Chicago Mayoral Candidate Proposes Five Commonsense Solutions for CTA Safety and Cleanliness
A Chicago mayoral candidate has put forward a five-point plan addressing safety concerns and cleanliness issues on the city's public transit system,…
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Self-Driving Uber Services Expand to Houston and San Francisco
Uber is set to launch its self-driving taxi service in Houston and San Francisco, potentially beginning public rides in the Bay Area…
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Mayors Share Extreme Heat Communication Strategies for Urban Resilience
Local leaders in climate-vulnerable cities are developing new approaches to inform residents about heat risks and protective measures, drawing on lessons learned…
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San Francisco Accelerates Office-to-Housing Conversions with Incentives
San Francisco is seeing a surge in office conversion projects, with hundreds of new housing units potentially coming online as a result…
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Queensboro Bridge Lane Conversion Proposed Amidst Declining Car Traffic and Rising Cyclist Numbers
Advocates are calling for a motor vehicle lane on the Queensboro Bridge to be converted to a dedicated cycle path, citing a…
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New York City Street Redesign Faces Lawsuit Over Safety Concerns
A legal challenge has been filed against the Department of Transportation's planned road diet for West 72nd Street, with opponents citing potential…
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