Port of Seattle Intervenes in Stadium District Housing Dispute
The Port of Seattle has been granted intervenor status in an appeal concerning potential housing development in Seattle's North SoDo area, intensifying…
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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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London’s Housing Crisis: Beyond the Bricks and Mortar
A critical look at the multifaceted nature of London's housing affordability crisis, exploring its roots in policy, development, and social equity, and…
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Santa Clarita Councilmember Jason Gibbs Joins Metro Board, Signals Shift on Transit Priorities
Jason Gibbs, a Republican representing Santa Clarita, has been elected to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) board, replacing Glendale…
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Seattle Council Committee Moves to Streamline Growth Plan Appeals
A Seattle City Council committee has voted to limit the ability of residents and groups to appeal major zoning changes and updates…
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New York Plans Year-Long Moratorium on New Large Data Center Projects
New York State is implementing a one-year freeze on new large data center developments to assess their impact on energy consumption, water…
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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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Chicago Plans Safety Upgrades on Ashland Avenue Following Fatal Hit-and-Run
A year after a fatal hit-and-run claimed the life of Marcela Herrera, Chicago Department of Transportation announces plans for safety enhancements on…
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