Brooklyn’s Ashland Place Bike Lane Gap to Close, Promising Safer Streets
New York City's Department of Transportation has unveiled plans to complete a long-awaited protected bike lane on Ashland Place, addressing a notorious…
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US Infrastructure Bill Boosts Active Transport Funding Amidst Advocacy Push
New federal legislation includes key provisions for cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, a win for advocates pushing for safer streets and alternative transport…
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Bay Area Voters Signal Desire for Reduced Car Dependence with Transit Funding Wins
Recent election results in the Bay Area, particularly the decisive victory for the SMART train funding measure, indicate a growing public appetite…
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Sound Transit Faces Funding Crisis, Delays Light Rail to Ballard
Sound Transit's board has approved a plan to address a significant budget shortfall, leading to indefinite delays for the light rail extension…
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Chicago Driver Fatally Strikes Pedestrian at Intersection Planned for Traffic Signal
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed at an intersection where traffic signal installation had been planned for years, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in…
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Seattle Mayor Proposes Doubling Transit Funding to Enhance Bus Frequencies
Mayor Katie Wilson has unveiled a plan to renew Seattle's transit measure, proposing a significant increase in sales tax to bolster King…
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Long Beach Ranked Among Top 10 US Bike-Friendly Cities, Second in California
A new study by Holland Bikes places Long Beach 10th nationally and 2nd in California for its commitment to cycling infrastructure and…
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Janette Sadik-Khan Appointed to MTA Board, Bringing Extensive Transit Policy Experience
Former NYC DOT Commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan, known for her transformative street design initiatives, has been appointed to the MTA board, signaling a…
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Bay Area Transit Funding Measure Secures Ballot Spot Amidst Policy Setbacks
Advocates celebrate a significant victory in signature gathering for a regional transit funding initiative, while expressing disappointment over state-level cuts to transit…
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Streetsblog SF Roundup: Urban Planning and Transit News for June 1, 2026
A review of the latest urban planning and transportation news from Streetsblog SF, highlighting key developments and discussions in San Francisco.
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Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act Takes Effect, Signalling Regional Coordination Efforts
A significant piece of legislation aimed at enhancing transit coordination across Northern Illinois is now in effect, potentially reshaping regional transportation planning…
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Advocates Map and Grade Bike Racks to Highlight Shortages and Poor Quality
A Las Vegas-based initiative aims to improve cycling infrastructure by documenting and evaluating existing bike parking, revealing critical gaps and subpar installations.
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