BART’s Rail Operations Controller Highlights Transit’s Crucial Role and Funding Needs
A profile of a BART rail operations controller reveals the intricate work of keeping a major transit system running and underscores the…
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San Francisco Gears Up for “Week Without Driving” Amidst Broader Livable Communities Push
San Francisco residents are preparing for the annual "Week Without Driving" event, a city-wide initiative encouraging a shift away from private car…
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Failed Street Standards Reform Highlights Culture Shift Needed for Urban Change
A decades-old anecdote from a city council meeting reveals how deeply ingrained cultural narratives can derail practical urban reforms, underscoring the challenge…
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Seattle Urged to Accelerate Bike Network Progress Amid Funding Concerns
A campaign calls on Seattle city leaders to expedite the construction of key bike projects funded by the "Levy to Keep Seattle…
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Viral Trend Sees Chicagoans in Costume Chasing the Train
A new viral trend sees participants donning costumes to "chase" CTA trains, satirising the common experience of being late for public transport.…
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Jersey City Mayor Pledges 100 New Street Safety Measures to Speed Up Vision Zero Progress
New Jersey's Jersey City is set to implement a significant number of quick-build street safety improvements, aiming to enhance pedestrian and cyclist…
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Pedestrian Fatalities Show Concerning Rise After Brief Dip
A recent analysis of traffic safety data indicates a troubling increase in pedestrian deaths across the US, reversing a temporary decline and…
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Study Identifies Top 10 ‘Stickiest’ Downtowns in North America
A new study by Gensler Research Institute highlights the factors contributing to downtown vibrancy and visitor engagement, offering insights for urban planners…
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Santa Monica Completes Colorado Avenue Protected Bike Lanes
New concrete-curb protected bike lanes on Colorado Avenue are now operational, enhancing cycling connectivity in Santa Monica between Metro E Line stations…
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‘Arrested Mobility’: Charles T. Brown on Dismantling Transportation Inequities
An interview with urban planning expert Charles T. Brown, author of 'Arrested Mobility: Overcoming the Threat to Black Movement,' explores how historical…
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