Cities Navigate Divergent Paths on Homelessness Post-Grants Pass Ruling
Three years after the Supreme Court's Grants Pass v. Johnson decision, cities are adopting contrasting strategies for addressing homelessness, with some increasing…
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AI Tools Poised to Transform Public Sector Operations, From Potholes to Planning
A discussion with a Smart Cities Dive expert explores the burgeoning role of artificial intelligence in local government, highlighting its potential to…
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US Public Lands Access Broadened as Off-Road Vehicle Restrictions Lifted
President Trump has rescinded executive orders that previously restricted off-road vehicle use on federal lands, potentially opening up most national parks to…
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Scooter Manufacturer Adds Safety Warning After Deadly Bridge Crash
Teverun, maker of a high-speed electric scooter involved in a fatal collision, has updated its website with a disclaimer after public outcry…
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Streetsblog NYC’s 20th Anniversary Street Fair Canceled Due to Injury
The popular urbanism publication has postponed its celebration, originally planned for June 13, due to a significant injury sustained by its editor.
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Streetsblog LA Headlines Round-up
A summary of key urbanism-related news from Streetsblog LA's Monday headlines, covering election links, street repaving, and specific neighbourhood developments.
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Studio Weave Unveils Stone Toilet Block in Maida Hill, Westminster
A new public toilet facility, constructed using salvaged stone, has been opened in Maida Hill, North Paddington, Westminster, aiming to enhance public…
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Logan Square Reimagined: Chicago Transforms Busy Traffic Circle into Pedestrian-Friendly Public Space
Chicago's Department of Transportation has completed a significant overhaul of the Logan Square traffic circle, pedestrianizing a key section of Milwaukee Avenue…
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Experts Urge Mayor Mamdani to Act on Illegal E-Motos Following Fatal Queensboro Bridge Collision
A tragic collision on the Queensboro Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, has sparked renewed calls for stricter enforcement against…
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Data Centres Exacerbate Urban Heat Islands, Study Finds
New research indicates that data centres contribute to rising temperatures in surrounding neighbourhoods, potentially increasing energy demands for cooling during warmer months.
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New York Governor Signs Insurance Bill, Critics Argue Crash Victims’ Rights Are Undermined
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new auto insurance reform bill into law, a move that proponents claim will lower costs for…
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NYPD Cancels Community Meeting Amidst Officer Misconduct Concerns
A Staten Island community meeting intended to address resident concerns about a police officer with hundreds of speeding tickets was abruptly cancelled,…
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