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Mayor Pledges 40 Miles of New Greenways, But Offers No Timetable, Pricetag

Mayor Adams says he'll build 40 miles of new greenways, but he didn't say how he'll pay for it, where exactly they'll be, or when they'll be done.

October 12, 2023

Brooklyn Board Wants Adams to Stop Letting Cars Dangerously Block Intersections

More than half of New York City crashes happen at intersections.

October 12, 2023

TransitCenter Lists the Equity-Focused Projects We Need Now

Advocates are handing transportation leaders a list of equity-focused transit projects they should use federal money to build instead of freeway expansions.

October 12, 2023

Thursday’s Headlines: ‘Bike Death Mayor’ Edition

Scores of cyclists decried the mayor not only for a rising death toll, but for his inaction and dismissiveness. Plus other news.

October 12, 2023

Hey, Bike Haters, You Will Lose the Culture War You’re Starting

For some reason, people who choose to get around by car are waging a culture war against people who point out the negatives of auto-centric roadways. But the haters will not prevail.

October 12, 2023

Adams: Eliminating ‘Parking’ for Trash is ‘Small Price to Pay’

Let's hope Hizzoner still feels that way when angry motorists throw a fit about the loss of "parking."

October 11, 2023

It’s Starting: City Unveils Trash Containerization for Smaller Buildings

If you're in a building with nine or fewer units, get ready for wheelie bins for trash.

October 11, 2023

Wednesday’s Headlines: Here’s Why We’re Riding Our ‘Little Bikes’ Tonight

We'd rather be riding a little bike than be a little mayor. Plus other news.

October 11, 2023

Opinion: Holden’s E-Bike License Proposal Misses the Mark on Pedestrian Safety

A bill backed by a majority of City Council members would create a bureaucratic nightmare and discourage e-bike use while ignoring the root of the problem: lackluster infrastructure and unsafe work standards.

October 11, 2023

In Their Own Words: Ari Kagan vs. Justin Brannan for Council in Bay Ridge/Coney Island

Two incumbent Council members are on a collision course to represent a newly drawn district that includes pieces of their existing districts. Hear what they said about livable streets issues.

October 10, 2023