North Carolina Triangle Transit Ridership Surges 32% in April
The GoTriangle transit system saw a significant increase in passenger numbers last month, with officials pointing to rising fuel costs as a…
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MBTA Considers Eminent Domain to Pedestrianise Boston Streets for World Cup
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is prepared to use eminent domain to pedestrianise key areas around South Station in Boston during…
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Global Urbanism Spotlight: Ten Women Driving Urban Change
A new book highlights the crucial, often under-recognised, contributions of women leaders in transforming cities worldwide, focusing on their innovative approaches to…
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Illinois Passes “Stop Super Speeders” Law as “Ride of Silence” Highlights Ongoing Road Safety Challenges
Illinois lawmakers have advanced legislation to tackle excessive speeding using Intelligent Speed Assistance technology, coinciding with a poignant "Ride of Silence" event…
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Bay Area Sees Uptick in Cyclist Participation for Annual ‘Bike to Wherever Day’
A recent report indicates a rise in cyclist numbers for "Bike to Wherever Day" across multiple Bay Area counties, suggesting growing enthusiasm…
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Seattle Civilian Crisis Response Team Hampered by Police Union Contract
Despite expansion plans, Seattle's Community Assisted Response & Engagement (CARE) team faces significant operational limitations due to restrictions in the new Seattle…
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Illinois Legislators Pass Bill to Curb Dangerous Driving
A new bill moving through the Illinois legislature aims to give authorities more power to ticket drivers who repeatedly exceed speed limits,…
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Greensboro’s Downtown Greenway: A 25-Year Journey to Urban Connectivity and Art
Dabney Sanders, project manager for Greensboro’s Downtown Greenway, shares insights on the quarter-century effort to connect the city’s core with a vibrant,…
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Chicago Parking Meters to Be Sold Again Amidst Criticisms
The Chicago Tribune's editorial board has voiced strong opposition to a proposed deal to sell the city's parking meter operations for a…
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Amtrak and DOT Select Developer for New York Penn Station Renovation
A developer has been named for the significant renovation of New York Penn Station, with additional federal funding announced for the multi-billion…
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Streetsblog SF Headlines May 21
A brief look at current urbanism news from Streetsblog SF.
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Kansas City Completes Riverfront Streetcar Extension
The Kansas City streetcar has officially opened its new Riverfront extension, marking the culmination of years of work on the 6.5-mile transit…
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