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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Pedestrian Fatalities See Decline, But Long-Term Trend Remains a Concern
While recent figures show a welcome drop in pedestrian deaths, a new report highlights a significant increase over the past decade, prompting…
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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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Chicago Explores Underground Storage to Tackle Extreme Rainfall Flooding
A $12 million pilot project in Chicago is investigating underground stormwater storage as a novel approach to mitigating flooding, particularly in historically…
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Urban Design’s Impact on Women’s Safety and Accessibility
An excerpt from a new book highlights how urban and industrial design often prioritises male experiences, creating environments that are less safe…
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D.C. Height Limits Under Scrutiny as Federal Projects Question Applicability
The Trump administration's assertion that Washington D.C.'s building height restrictions do not apply to federal projects raises significant questions about the city's…
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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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Red Hook Pool Repairs Continue Amidst Heatwave, Highlighting Urban Resilience Challenges
New York City's Parks Department is working to reopen the Red Hook Pool after a second consecutive summer of delays, with repairs…
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Los Angeles Considers Reconnecting MacArthur Park by Closing Wilshire Boulevard
A proposal to reconnect MacArthur Park in Los Angeles by permanently closing sections of Wilshire Boulevard is moving forward, aiming to reclaim…
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Santa Barbara County Pilots AI for Bike Network Planning
Santa Barbara County is using artificial intelligence trained on street imagery and mapping data to create a more comfortable and comprehensive countywide…
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FEMA Mandates Election Security Measures in Homeland Security Grants
New requirements for election security, including paper ballots and voter citizenship verification, are now part of FEMA's homeland security grants, impacting "high-risk…
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Copenhagen’s Urban Identity Under Pressure Amidst Climate Challenges
A recent analysis suggests Copenhagen, long celebrated for its urban planning and quality of life, may be losing its "cool" as it…
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