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#traffic-safety
Brooklyn
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This guy has a quick fix for the crisis on Brooklyn's busiest highway-and few are paying attention

The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway's triple cantilever is deteriorating and poses serious safety risks due to overcapacity and aging infrastructure.
Brooklyn
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This guy has a quick fix for the crisis on Brooklyn's busiest highway-and few are paying attention

The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway's triple cantilever is deteriorating and poses serious safety risks due to overcapacity and aging infrastructure.
#housing
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

A New Tool Shows If Your City Is Building New Housing With 30-Mile Commutes

Building homes closer to city centers can reduce carbon emissions from transportation and enhance livability, emphasizing a need for urban housing.
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago
SF politics

Wiener's Legislation to Upzone Near Transit Clears the Senate (Barely) - Streetsblog California

Silicon Valley real estate
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

A New Tool Shows If Your City Is Building New Housing With 30-Mile Commutes

Building homes closer to city centers can reduce carbon emissions from transportation and enhance livability, emphasizing a need for urban housing.
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago
SF politics

Wiener's Legislation to Upzone Near Transit Clears the Senate (Barely) - Streetsblog California

#community-development
NYC real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why we need to write affordable housing's next chapter

The U.S. needs a recalibrated approach to affordable housing that prioritizes accessibility, safety, and community quality for all income levels.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

Staten Island Community Board meetings: A proposal to transform sanitation garage into affordable housing

fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago
Upper West Side

Planning Commissioners and public weigh in on West Campus zoning updates with support... and some reservations - Austin Monitor

NYC real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why we need to write affordable housing's next chapter

The U.S. needs a recalibrated approach to affordable housing that prioritizes accessibility, safety, and community quality for all income levels.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

Staten Island Community Board meetings: A proposal to transform sanitation garage into affordable housing

fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago
Upper West Side

Planning Commissioners and public weigh in on West Campus zoning updates with support... and some reservations - Austin Monitor

#transportation
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Editorial | Manhattan transit projects putting pedestrians, and businesses, first | amNewYork

Transformation of 34th Street into a busway aims to ease congestion and improve transit in Midtown Manhattan.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

DOT Proposes Protected Bike Lane For Court Street This Summer - Streetsblog New York City

The addition of a protected bike lane on Court Street aims to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Repair not rebuild: Brooklyn and Queens neighborhood groups call on DOT to end plans to majorly overhaul the BQE

Local organizations demand halt to the controversial BQE expansion plans, citing environmental and community impact concerns.
fromStreetsblog
2 days ago
NYC politics

Dysfunction City: My Block is a Symbol of What's Wrong with DOT - Streetsblog New York City

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Editorial | Manhattan transit projects putting pedestrians, and businesses, first | amNewYork

Transformation of 34th Street into a busway aims to ease congestion and improve transit in Midtown Manhattan.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

DOT Proposes Protected Bike Lane For Court Street This Summer - Streetsblog New York City

The addition of a protected bike lane on Court Street aims to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Repair not rebuild: Brooklyn and Queens neighborhood groups call on DOT to end plans to majorly overhaul the BQE

Local organizations demand halt to the controversial BQE expansion plans, citing environmental and community impact concerns.
fromStreetsblog
2 days ago
NYC politics

Dysfunction City: My Block is a Symbol of What's Wrong with DOT - Streetsblog New York City

#public-transportation
#climate-change
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Why Rochester, N.Y., has emerged as a surprising 'climate haven'

Climate change is influencing migration patterns as people seek safer environments.
Rochester is appealing due to its climate stability and progressive policies.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Toronto

Toronto's getting hotter. Experts say a chief heat officer could help the city adapt | CBC News

Toronto startup
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Why Rochester, N.Y., has emerged as a surprising 'climate haven'

Climate change is influencing migration patterns as people seek safer environments.
Rochester is appealing due to its climate stability and progressive policies.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Toronto

Toronto's getting hotter. Experts say a chief heat officer could help the city adapt | CBC News

#architecture
fromArchDaily
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Reimagining Urban-Rural Coexistence Through AI: In Conversation With Francisco Escapil

Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Trevoux 84 Housing Units / Tectoniques

The project promotes sustainable living through a bioclimatic strategy, enhancing community interactions while preserving green spaces.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Renderings Show Towering Concrete Project by Bjarke Ingels

Developers unveil a new residential project in Gowanus with over 1,000 units, including affordable housing, in innovative, tall concrete towers.
Artificial intelligence
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Reimagining Urban-Rural Coexistence Through AI: In Conversation With Francisco Escapil

AI and technology can enhance both urban and rural architectures by rethinking infrastructures for improved quality of life.
#housing-development
NYC politics
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

OneLIC Neighborhood Plan aims to reshape Long Island City with housing, jobs and cultural preservation - QNS

Long Island City is set for significant transformation with a new rezoning plan, adding thousands of housing units and jobs.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Massive housing development breaks ground in North San Jose at site of former Japanese-American farm

San Jose's multifamily housing incentive program aims to overcome housing shortages by waiving fees and taxes, promoting new developments despite economic challenges.
NYC politics
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

OneLIC Neighborhood Plan aims to reshape Long Island City with housing, jobs and cultural preservation - QNS

Long Island City is set for significant transformation with a new rezoning plan, adding thousands of housing units and jobs.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Massive housing development breaks ground in North San Jose at site of former Japanese-American farm

San Jose's multifamily housing incentive program aims to overcome housing shortages by waiving fees and taxes, promoting new developments despite economic challenges.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 days ago

Proposal for Berkeley's tallest building gets final approval

The City Council unanimously approved a plan for a 312-foot-tall apartment tower, furthering Berkeley's move towards high-rise housing despite opposition.
East Bay real estate
#new-york-city
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Sohn in Albany: State Bill to Force Drivers to Pass Safety Stalls - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Sohn in Albany: State Bill to Force Drivers to Pass Safety Stalls - Streetsblog New York City

#local-government
#pedestrian-safety
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

One Person Killed In Bayview Hit-and-Run, Marking Sixth Pedestrian Death of 2025

Six pedestrian fatalities have occurred in San Francisco in less than five months, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
San Francisco

Carnage from Compromise: Walk SF Speaks Out After Another Senior Killed on Geary - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms Monday: Machines Took Over Cities and Left Humans in the Dust - Streetsblog New York City

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

One Person Killed In Bayview Hit-and-Run, Marking Sixth Pedestrian Death of 2025

Six pedestrian fatalities have occurred in San Francisco in less than five months, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
San Francisco

Carnage from Compromise: Walk SF Speaks Out After Another Senior Killed on Geary - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms Monday: Machines Took Over Cities and Left Humans in the Dust - Streetsblog New York City

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 days ago

Major changes to two east London bus routes proposed

Transport for London aims to reroute bus services 287 and 687 in Becontree to enhance accessibility for residents while minimizing disruption during roadway construction.
London food
Public health
fromArchDaily
5 days ago

How Biophilic Cities Address the Urban Health Crisis in the United States

Urban design neglects human biology, contributing to chronic health conditions like asthma and cardiovascular diseases.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

Car Harms Monday: 'Gridlock Sam' Says We Have Lost Our Lives to the Automobile - Streetsblog New York City

Car dependency has hidden dangers and inefficiencies affecting urban life.
#public-safety
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Democratic Party Machine Joins the Bikelash on Bedford Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn's bike lane controversy reveals deep political divisions and indicates a shift towards prioritizing car traffic over cycling safety.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Democratic Party Machine Joins the Bikelash on Bedford Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn's bike lane controversy reveals deep political divisions and indicates a shift towards prioritizing car traffic over cycling safety.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 week ago

Residential Parking Permits Proposed In Parts Of Brooklyn: Report

The proposed bill aims to create a pilot program for residential parking permits in parts of Brooklyn, allowing residents priority in curbside parking while generating funds for the initiative.
NYC politics
#community-concerns
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Bikeway construction on The Esplanade draws community controversy | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Bikeway construction on The Esplanade draws community controversy | CBC News

#social-justice
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

'Whether They See It Or Not': How the 'Arrested Mobility' of Black Americans Harms Everyone - Streetsblog USA

Charles T. Brown's work explores dismantling systemic barriers restricting Black Americans' mobility.
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Coney Island History Project kicks off summer season with two new exhibits exploring urban change and streetscapes Brooklyn Paper

The Coney Island History Project opens two exhibits highlighting the neighborhood's historical and natural significance, addressing urban decay and resilience.
Black Lives Matter
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

'Whether They See It Or Not': How the 'Arrested Mobility' of Black Americans Harms Everyone - Streetsblog USA

Charles T. Brown's work explores dismantling systemic barriers restricting Black Americans' mobility.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Sidewalk expansion for outdoor dining approved for two Saratoga restaurants

Chamber of Commerce President Jim Cargill emphasized community support for Hero Ranch Kitchen's outdoor dining, stating, "this will say, Saratoga is open."
Silicon Valley food
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

The Irish Independent's View: Problems dogging house building have not been tackled

Things tend to get fixed faster when you have to fix them, as opposed to delaying until you merely want to give them your full attention.
UK politics
#community-opposition
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: Lenox Hill Hospital Expansion is About Profits, Not Care

The community opposes the construction of a 436-foot medical tower in Lenox Hill due to concerns over livability and excessive zoning changes.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: SF Dispensary Near Tesla Dealership Offers Discount Joints to Protesters

Owner Takeshi Onishi of Japan Video and Media, a 40-year-old legacy business in Japantown, is retiring and closing the store after four decades of operation.
San Francisco
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Talking Headways Podcast: When You Don't Really Need an Ambulance - Streetsblog USA

Non-emergency medical transportation funded by Medicaid is vital for ensuring healthcare access and can impact overall health outcomes.
#economic-development
#sustainable-development
San Francisco
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

America's Largest Cities, Including San Francisco, Are Quietly Sinking | KQED

The sinking of major metropolitan areas poses serious risks to infrastructure and requires proactive response measures.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Car-free streets, geothermal heating and solar panels: Paris's new eco-district in pictures

Paris is transforming into a greener, pedestrian-friendly city with the Clichy-Batignolles neighborhood showcasing sustainable urban planning.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

A popular Miami luxury hotel will be demolished soon. See what's coming next

"For an urban luxury resort, 110-150 [rooms] is the sweet spot," Henry Bott explained, underscoring the development's shift towards exclusivity with fewer hotel rooms.
Miami food
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago

City eyes expanded district plan for downtown and beyond - Austin Monitor

Austin is overhauling its Downtown Plan to create a more integrated urban strategy.
#artificial-intelligence
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

How To End Your City's Fight Over Scooter Parking Once and For All - Streetsblog USA

Parking is probably the top challenge we face with the program overall. There's certainly other challenges, but this one continues to bubble to the top.
Alternative transportation
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's Pocket Parks: Percy Circus, WC1

Percy Circus was one of the last areas in this part of London to be developed, showcasing a unique collection of Victorian houses, albeit slightly different due to various builders' designs.
London politics
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Downtown Brooklyn tower planned for Flatbush Avenue

Mayor Adams plans a 72-story tower in Downtown Brooklyn with over 1,200 units including affordable housing.
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