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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

‘Driggs Passage’ Shows Possible Car-Free Future for Brooklyn’s McCarren Park

The street could join parcels of McCarren Park bifurcated by cars.

August 3, 2024

Businesses Thrive on Car-Free Streets, Yet Mayor Adams Ignores Call for Widespread Pedestrianization

Top city officials have long said they want to reduce cars to create business-friendly streets, but Gov. Hochul's decision to kill congestion pricing isn't helping.

July 29, 2024

A Modest Proposal: Ban Cars on Mulberry Street

On Sundays, Mulberry gets some relief as an open street, but it’s only for two blocks. This needs to be permanent.

April 3, 2024

EYES ON THE STREET: Berry Street Bike Boulevard Is a Model for Low-Traffic Streets

Berry Street has become a model for what low-traffic streets can look like.

November 21, 2023

Another Flip-Flop: City Hall Allegedly Pauses Almost-Done Underhill Ave. Bike Boulevard

City Hall is intervening in yet another street redesign project, and supporters fear it could be the start of dismantling other improvements.

September 26, 2023