House Committee Advances FEMA Funding Bill, Potentially Streamlining Disaster Aid
A US House committee has advanced a spending bill for the Department of Homeland Security that includes provisions to improve disaster declaration…
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Massachusetts Town Sues State Over Housing Development on Public Land
Wellesley, Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit challenging the state's plan to build 180 housing units on a state-owned parking lot, citing concerns…
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Chicago Transit Authority Faces Leadership Uncertainty Amidst RTA Restructuring
New timelines for the seating of the NITA board could significantly impact Mayor Brandon Johnson's authority over the CTA, as the RTA…
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Summer Reading List Offers Urban Planning Insights from Housing to Parking
A curated selection of books delves into critical urban planning issues, from affordable housing and transportation to the pervasive influence of parking…
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Brooklyn Residents Protest Truck Route Expansion Amid Stalled Safety Redesign on Third Avenue
Sunset Park and Bay Ridge communities express deep concern over proposed truck route expansions on Third Avenue, fearing increased traffic and safety…
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Jersey City Mayor Pledges 100 New Street Safety Measures to Speed Up Vision Zero Progress
New Jersey's Jersey City is set to implement a significant number of quick-build street safety improvements, aiming to enhance pedestrian and cyclist…
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World Cup Travel Woes Highlight US Stadium Accessibility Gap
A recent video analysis by City Nerd Ray Delahanty points to significant accessibility challenges for international visitors attending World Cup games in…
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Pedestrian Fatalities Show Concerning Rise After Brief Dip
A recent analysis of traffic safety data indicates a troubling increase in pedestrian deaths across the US, reversing a temporary decline and…
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New York City Considers Discounted Citi Bike Memberships for Students and Seniors
A legislative package aims to make the city's bike-share program more accessible to younger and older New Yorkers, potentially increasing cycling rates…
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World Cup Watch Parties Ignite Public Spaces Across New York City
The Mamdani administration has unveiled an extensive list of over 100 free public watch parties for the 2026 World Cup, transforming parks,…
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Tubman Center Breaks Ground on New Community Health Center in Seattle
A new 26,000-square-foot facility in Rainier Beach aims to provide culturally competent primary care, community research, and advocacy, focusing on addressing social…
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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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