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Europe news
fromSustainable Bus
4 hours ago

Driver shortage pushes bus depots toward automation - Sustainable Bus

Europe faces a significant shortage of bus drivers while managing fleet electrification and operational challenges at bus depots.
New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
46 minutes ago

Brooklyn Parking Lots, Schoolyards Will Transform Into Flood-Control Sites

A $95 million stormwater infrastructure project in Homecrest aims to reduce flooding and pollution runoff into Coney Island Creek.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
18 hours ago

Helsinki's Kruunuvuori Bridge Is One of the World's Longest Car-Free Crossings - Yanko Design

The bridge links the waterside residential area of Kruunuvuorenranta to the Nihti district via Korkeasaari island, pulling thousands of residents meaningfully closer to the city centre.
Design
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 hours ago

Take a ride on Toronto's new e-bike prototype | CBC News

Bike Share Toronto tests new e-bike prototype to enhance convenience and aims for 1 million annual riders by 2030.
#g-train
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Editorial | Give and take for G train riders frustrated with weekend shutdowns | amNewYork

The G train is vital for Brooklyn and Queens, but ongoing MTA upgrades cause significant service disruptions and frustration among local residents.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

G'-eepers creepers! More service disruptions coming to G train this summer and fall, local pols say | amNewYork

G train riders should prepare for multiple service disruptions, including every weekend in June, impacting local businesses and community connections.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Editorial | Give and take for G train riders frustrated with weekend shutdowns | amNewYork

The G train is vital for Brooklyn and Queens, but ongoing MTA upgrades cause significant service disruptions and frustration among local residents.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

G'-eepers creepers! More service disruptions coming to G train this summer and fall, local pols say | amNewYork

G train riders should prepare for multiple service disruptions, including every weekend in June, impacting local businesses and community connections.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
14 hours ago

Portland City Council Officially Adopts Transportation Utility Fee - Portland Mercury

Portland City Council approved a transportation utility fee to fund the transportation bureau, generating approximately $46 million annually starting January 2027.
San Francisco
fromLos Angeles Times
21 hours ago

Will cameras actually curb speeding in L.A.? San Francisco offers a clue

Speed cameras in San Francisco reduced excessive speeding by nearly 80%, indicating potential success for similar technology in Los Angeles.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Apologies after 'farce' of flyover repair delays

Delays in reopening Gallows Corner flyover have frustrated local authorities and residents, with calls for compensation due to ongoing disruptions.
fromStreetsblog California
5 days ago

The Week in Short Video: Sponsor Streetsblog L.A.'s Great Commuter Race! - Streetsblog California

The D Line Dash event is a train v. bike v. car race from Beverly Hills to Downtown Los Angeles, starting at La Cienega/Wilshire Station, coinciding with the Metro D Line Subway opening.
Los Angeles
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

The Infrastructure Cost Squeeze and What Builders Can Do

Infrastructure costs and impact fees are rising, creating financial burdens for residential developers and affecting project feasibility.
#world-cup
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Transit officials warn NY, NJ commuters to work from home during World Cup as rideshares put on notice

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup to avoid severe travel disruptions.
NYC parents
fromThe US Sun
2 days ago

New York-New Jersey commuters given World Cup message amid Penn Station fears

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup due to expected congestion at Penn Station.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Transit officials warn NY, NJ commuters to work from home during World Cup as rideshares put on notice

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup to avoid severe travel disruptions.
NYC parents
fromThe US Sun
2 days ago

New York-New Jersey commuters given World Cup message amid Penn Station fears

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup due to expected congestion at Penn Station.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

Urban Truth Collective: The One-Hour City Conspiracy - Streetsblog USA

"The '15-minute city' model is based on the original concept of a city: having the things we want and need closer to where we live. The idea is that we should be able to get to our everyday essentials within, ideally, 15 minutes on foot, bike, or public transit."
France news
Environment
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Why was SF Climate Week celebrating a Bay Area highway expansion?

Highway expansion projects contradict climate resilience efforts, risking endangered species and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

SF's 19th Avenue reopens after weekend repaving work, but more closures ahead

A major repaving project on 19th Avenue in San Francisco was completed ahead of schedule, reopening for morning traffic and easing travel.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Guardian view on toilets: public spaces need public conveniences | Editorial

Public toilet availability in England has decreased by 14% over the last decade, impacting social equality and hygiene.
Upper West Side
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

19th Avenue Repaving Project to Cause Significant West Side Traffic This Weekend

Major closure of 19th Avenue for repaving will last 70 hours, improving road conditions and reducing project duration significantly.
#toronto
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Stretch of Gardiner Expressway closed this weekend for maintenance, city says | CBC News

Toronto motorists face Gardiner Expressway closure for maintenance, while Don Valley Parkway off-ramp to Richmond Street reopens ahead of schedule.
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
1 month ago

Officials urge people to take transit or work from home to avoid World Cup congestion

Toronto is implementing a comprehensive transportation plan for the World Cup to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement of crowds.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Stretch of Gardiner Expressway closed this weekend for maintenance, city says | CBC News

Toronto motorists face Gardiner Expressway closure for maintenance, while Don Valley Parkway off-ramp to Richmond Street reopens ahead of schedule.
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
1 month ago

Officials urge people to take transit or work from home to avoid World Cup congestion

Toronto is implementing a comprehensive transportation plan for the World Cup to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement of crowds.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

DOT to cut driving lanes on Park Avenue to allow more green space, pedestrian safety

The city is redesigning Park Avenue to enhance public space with more greenery, seating, and amenities while reducing vehicle lanes.
#public-transit
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Conservatives pledge to scrap 24-hour bus lanes

Conservatives plan to end 24-hour bus lanes in council-controlled areas, emphasizing a need for genuine requirements.
#flatbush-avenue
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Construction on Flatbush Avenue Redesign Restarts

The Flatbush Avenue project aims to enhance bus travel speed and pedestrian space through dedicated lanes and infrastructure improvements.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Work on Flatbush Avenue redesign in Brooklyn gets underway as Mamdani admin looks to make buses faster on five different lines | amNewYork

The Flatbush Avenue project aims to improve bus travel speed and pedestrian space through dedicated lanes and reconstruction efforts.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Construction on Flatbush Avenue Redesign Restarts

The Flatbush Avenue project aims to enhance bus travel speed and pedestrian space through dedicated lanes and infrastructure improvements.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Work on Flatbush Avenue redesign in Brooklyn gets underway as Mamdani admin looks to make buses faster on five different lines | amNewYork

The Flatbush Avenue project aims to improve bus travel speed and pedestrian space through dedicated lanes and reconstruction efforts.
California
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

$2.5 million bridge over Highway 101 planned in Northern California

$2.5 million in federal funds will be used to design and build a pedestrian bridge over Highway 101 on tribal lands in California.
Boston
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
#autonomous-vehicles
Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

San Mateo overhauls dangerous intersection to better protect pedestrians, cyclists

Safety improvements at a dangerous San Mateo intersection include protected bike lanes, new signals, and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

California's wildlife bridge became a target for the right. Now it's eyeing the finish line

The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in California will open on December 2, providing safe passage for wildlife despite facing criticism and delays.
London
fromianVisits
6 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London Underground drivers are striking against imposed changes to their work conditions, impacting the economy and public transport services.
#new-york-city
fromStreetsblog New York City
12 hours ago
New York City

Thursday's Headlines: Park Finally Gets Its Park Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City has proposed two design schemes for Park Avenue to enhance pedestrian space and greenery while reducing car lanes.
New York City
fromNewsday
3 days ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
New York City
fromNewsday
3 days ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
#brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Flatbush Avenue reconstruction begins in Brooklyn, promising safety and commuter upgrades

Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Buses on a main Brooklyn street average just 4 mph. Here's how NYC wants to fix it.

Buses in Brooklyn will receive dedicated lanes to improve speed and service for 130,000 daily riders by Fall 2026.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Flatbush Avenue reconstruction begins in Brooklyn, promising safety and commuter upgrades

Construction on Flatbush Avenue aims to enhance bus service and safety for over 130,000 daily riders.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Close The Gap Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn Council members urge the DOT to close critical gaps in the protected bike lane network for enhanced cyclist safety.
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

How Intercity Bus Lines Are Rebranding To Attract New Riders - Streetsblog USA

"Engaging people around the idea that bus travel is an attractive lifestyle choice is making a world of difference," says Brian Antolin, CEO of Metrolane. "States have the flexibility to use federal funds for high-quality marketing, which is making possible their big push for new riders."
Alternative transportation
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

One Neighborhood, One Day, Three Kids Injured By Drivers - Streetsblog New York City

Three pre-teens were injured in separate traffic incidents in South Williamsburg on Friday, all sustaining minor injuries and taken to Bellevue Hospital.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
18 hours ago

Fare evasion: MTA boss Lieber defends European' model of enforcement, acknowledges pushback may happen' | amNewYork

MTA implements European-style fare enforcement to reduce bus fare evasion, with high compliance rates among riders.
#transportation
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

A new day on Flatbush Avenue: City begins work to speed up buses on traffic-choked street

New bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue aim to improve transit speed and reduce congestion for Brooklyn bus riders.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Commentary: Is a Transporter Bridge the 100-Year-Old Solution for the Estuary Crossing We've all been Looking for? - Streetsblog San Francisco

A transporter bridge could provide a cost-effective solution for pedestrian and cyclist access between Western Alameda and Jack London Square.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

A new day on Flatbush Avenue: City begins work to speed up buses on traffic-choked street

New bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue aim to improve transit speed and reduce congestion for Brooklyn bus riders.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Commentary: Is a Transporter Bridge the 100-Year-Old Solution for the Estuary Crossing We've all been Looking for? - Streetsblog San Francisco

A transporter bridge could provide a cost-effective solution for pedestrian and cyclist access between Western Alameda and Jack London Square.
Environment
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
6 days ago

Caltrans and MTC to Hold Greenwashing Panel for North Bay Freeway Widening - Streetsblog San Francisco

The planned $500 million widening of SR 37 is criticized as environmentally harmful and misleadingly labeled as a resilience project.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
2 weeks ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
3 weeks ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
fromFast Company
1 week ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
Austin
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
6 days ago

Proposed IBX Will Dramatically Reduce Emissions, MTA Says

The MTA is engaging the public for the IBX light rail project, aiming to reduce vehicle miles and greenhouse gas emissions in Brooklyn and Queens.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
#linden-boulevard
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
fromTime Out New York
6 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard is finally getting safer

Linden Boulevard will undergo a redesign for safer crossings, bus lanes, and pedestrian islands starting in late 2026.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 week ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
6 days ago

Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard is finally getting safer

Linden Boulevard will undergo a redesign for safer crossings, bus lanes, and pedestrian islands starting in late 2026.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

With Albert Bridge now shut for a year, what is going on with London's crossings?

Albert Bridge, a fragile structure, requires £8.5 million in repairs and is expected to reopen within a year.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
New York City
fromCurbed
3 weeks ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Why did one of Britain's busiest tunnels have to close?

An oversized vehicle entered the smaller Dartford tunnel, damaging critical safety systems and forcing a 30-hour closure and major northbound delays.
US politics
fromwww.njspotlightnews.org
2 months ago

Gateway is a pain - for now. Here's how it will make your life better

The new Portal Bridge will eliminate a key bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor and advance Amtrak's $16 billion Gateway project despite funding disputes delaying completion.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What is Complete Streets design and why should we all be using it?

In the 1950s, the Air Force designed cockpits for the average pilot by measuring thousands of pilots and calculating the average for ten key physical dimensions-height, arm length, torso size, etc. They assumed most pilots would be close to average in most dimensions. When researchers actually checked, they found that out of 4,063 pilots, exactly zero were average on all ten dimensions.
Cars
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The DOT's new beautification council could Trumpify U.S. transportation infrastructure

A new DOT council will push classical architectural aesthetics into U.S. transportation infrastructure design and advisory recommendations.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
Environment
fromRAPPLER
2 months ago

[Kasalikasan] What do traffic and garbage have in common? Band-aid solutions

Metro Manila's traffic worsened in 2025 due to reliance on temporary fixes instead of improving public transit and decongesting roads.
#congestion-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Expert Analysis | After one year of NYC congestion pricing, the mobility jury is still out amNewYork

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York's congestion pricing program drove a 7.7% increase in subway ridership to 1.3 billion rides in its first year, with over 90 million additional trips compared to the previous year.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

Expert Analysis | After one year of NYC congestion pricing, the mobility jury is still out amNewYork

Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The 'time is money' mantra is a terrible starting point for planning and designing infrastructure

Using productivity and time-as-money frameworks to justify transportation planning decisions is economically flawed and oversimplifies the complex nature of traffic congestion and urban mobility.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The impact of road signs on economic development

When routes are well organized, there are clear directional signs, and speed limits become reasonable. The early installation of warning signs allows transport companies to plan deliveries more accurately and avoid delays. For businesses, time is money. When a truck carrying goods does not spend hours detouring due to an unclear traffic scheme or stuck in traffic where it could have been avoided thanks to competent traffic management, fuel costs, driver wages, and vehicle maintenance costs are reduced.
Alternative transportation
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