Land Use, Not Just Road Design, Fuels Arterial Dangers, Says Expert
A leading academic argues that the mix of retail and residential along major roads, rather than just their physical design, is the…
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South Dakota Hospital Invests in Employee Housing Subdivision
A rural South Dakota hospital is tackling its workforce shortage by directly funding the development of a new subdivision to provide affordable…
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Lime Expands E-Bike and E-Scooter Services in Select Cities
Micromobility operator Lime is enhancing its e-bike and e-scooter offerings in cities hosting major sporting events, drawing on experience from previous large-scale…
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US Cities Face New Pressure Over Immigration Enforcement as Federal Funding Shifts
A new US law alters federal funding priorities, potentially increasing scrutiny on cities that limit cooperation with immigration enforcement.
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Country Stars and Zoo Officials Oppose Nashville Data Centre Proposal
A coalition of musicians, including Sheryl Crow and Brad Paisley, has joined forces with Nashville Zoo leadership to protest a proposed data…
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US Congressional Candidates Weigh In on Urbanism, Transit, and Housing
Two candidates vying for a New York congressional seat share their views on federal investment in public transit, affordable housing, and street…
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NYC Mayor’s Greenway Plan Criticised for Compromising Safety and Accessibility
A proposed greenway in Eastern Queens has drawn criticism for incorporating sharrows, a decision seen as a capitulation to opposition and a…
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Pedestrian Fatality Rates Remain High Across US Cities, Study Finds
A new study from Smart Growth America reveals that pedestrian death rates have continued to rise in most major US cities over…
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San Francisco Pauses Proposed Smoking Ban on Restaurant and Bar Patios
San Francisco lawmakers have indefinitely suspended efforts to ban smoking on outdoor dining patios at bars and restaurants, signalling ongoing discussions with…
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FEMA Faces Scrutiny Over Disaster Preparedness Ahead of Peak Season
A new report highlights concerns over staffing, leadership vacancies, and federal-state relations, while the agency's acting administrator asserts readiness for hurricane and…
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