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Chinatown Pols Renew Push for Cars on Park Row, But Residents Say No

Politicians say getting cars back on Park Row is their top priority — but locals don't want that.

March 13, 2025

Could the Comeback of the Pedestrian Mall Start on Bourbon St.?

A recent terror attack has reignited an old conversation about pedestrianizing an iconic street — and whether other U.S. communities should do it, too.

March 4, 2025

Adams Keeps Park Row Car Free, Will Cut Cop Parking

Bringing cars back to Park Row would spell disaster, according to the city.

January 24, 2025

Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows

“This just confirms the old saying, ‘Cars don’t spend money, people spend money,’” said one open street advocate.

November 18, 2024

Friday Video: School Streetspalooza

Check out how great life can be if we just give kids the space to be kids.

November 15, 2024

Tables of Success: Columbus Ave. Businesses Love the Open Street

Businesses up and down Columbus Avenue say the Sunday car-free open streets has been a boon — despite what car drivers believe.

September 27, 2024

DOT Rejects 24-7 Open Street for ‘Bedford Slip,’ Preferring Weekend-Only Hours

The popular plaza will reduce to weekends only after a six-week test run.

August 13, 2024

‘Save the Slip’: North Brooklynites Urge DOT to Keep Temporary Plaza

The place has become a north Brooklyn staple in just six weeks.

August 10, 2024

Tuesday’s Headlines: More Summer Streets Than Ever Edition

Summer Streets is a huge hit, as always. Plus more news.

August 6, 2024