US Pedestrian Fatalities Tick Down for Third Consecutive Year
The Governors Highway Safety Association reports a continued decrease in pedestrian fatalities across the United States, with cities and states implementing enhanced…
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New York City Debates Red Tape Slowing Crucial Street Safety Projects
Residents and advocates urge Mayor Mamdani's commission to streamline approvals for street redesigns and outdoor dining, citing decades-old regulations that hinder vital…
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Mayor Mamdani Cites ‘Legal Requirements’ Amidst Controversy Over Reverted Bedford Avenue Bike Lane
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has deferred action on reinstating a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, citing unspecified "legal requirements"…
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San Pablo Avenue Complete Streets Project in El Cerrito Offers Model for Corridor Transformation
San Pablo Avenue Complete Streets Project in El Cerrito Offers Model for Corridor Transformation
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Los Angeles Advances Center-Running Bike Lanes on Chandler Boulevard
Los Angeles Department of Transportation is investing $7 million to reconfigure three miles of Chandler Boulevard bike lanes, moving them to a…
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The Future of London’s Public Spaces: Adapting to Climate Change and Community Needs
As London grapples with the dual challenges of climate change and evolving urban life, its public spaces are at a critical juncture.…
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Seattle Transit Measure Faces Debate Over Funding and Service Levels
Seattle City Council is considering amendments to a crucial transit funding measure that could determine the future of bus service expansion, with…
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The Impact of Car-Centric Planning on Urban Dating and Social Connections
A deep dive into how urban design prioritising automobiles can reshape social interactions, dating habits, and community cohesion, particularly for younger generations.
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Cars Remain Central to US Urban Planning Despite Growing Costs
A recent commentary highlights how car-centric infrastructure and policy persist in the United States, even as vehicle ownership becomes increasingly unaffordable, posing…
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Faith Institutions as Untapped Housing Developers in the US
Religious organisations, often sitting on significant landholdings, are identified as potential key players in addressing housing shortages through incremental development, facing zoning…
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