Seattle Councilmember Proposes Shifting Funds from Downtown Tunnel to Ballard Link
A Seattle councilmember has proposed reallocating funds designated for a second downtown light rail tunnel towards extending the Ballard Link line, ahead…
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US Congressional Candidate Vows to Prioritize Street Safety and Transit Funding
City Council Member Julie Won, a candidate for New York's Seventh Congressional District, outlines a federal agenda focused on reducing traffic violence,…
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The Future of London’s High Streets: Adapting to E-commerce and Community Needs
This column explores the evolving challenges and opportunities facing London's high streets, examining how they can transform into vibrant community hubs in…
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The Housing Crisis: Mismatched Supply and Evolving Neighbourhoods
A conversation from Des Moines highlights the nuanced challenges of housing affordability, focusing on the mismatch between housing types and the need…
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West Coast Cities Explore Vacancy Taxes to Combat Housing Shortages
Facing high commercial vacancies and escalating housing needs, cities like Portland, Seattle, and Tacoma are considering vacancy taxes as a tool to…
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Urban Parks Evolving into Strategic Climate and Community Infrastructure
Urban Parks Evolving into Strategic Climate and Community Infrastructure
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Bellevue to Introduce Paid Curbside Parking to Boost Turnover and Fund Transport Upgrades
The city of Bellevue is set to implement a dynamic paid parking program for its curbside spaces, aiming to improve parking availability…
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Global Urbanism Spotlight: Ten Women Driving Urban Change
A new book highlights the crucial, often under-recognised, contributions of women leaders in transforming cities worldwide, focusing on their innovative approaches to…
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Illinois Passes “Stop Super Speeders” Law as “Ride of Silence” Highlights Ongoing Road Safety Challenges
Illinois lawmakers have advanced legislation to tackle excessive speeding using Intelligent Speed Assistance technology, coinciding with a poignant "Ride of Silence" event…
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The Case for London’s Congestion Charge Expansion: A Necessary Step or an Overreach?
This column examines the ongoing debate surrounding the potential expansion of London's Congestion Charge, analysing the arguments for and against its extension…
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