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EXCLUSIVE: Sanitation Commissioner to Cyclists: ‘We Will Do Better This Winter’
"It's going to be better — 100 percent," Sanitation Commissioner Ed Grayson told Streetsblog, though he admitted that the agency is holding onto its old script of not clearing bike lanes and pedestrian crossings until all roads are cleared for drivers.
November 23, 2021
Monday’s Headlines: Day of Remembrance Edition
Sunday was the World Day of Remembrance for the victims of road violence — and in this city, that meant honoring the 1,800 people who have been killed (almost entirely by drivers) during the seven-plus years of Mayor de Blasio's Vision Zero initiative. We were there. Plus other news.
November 22, 2021
Pedestrian Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver Dies, Cops Say
A Brooklyn man has died from injuries he sustained earlier this month when he was struck by a hit-and-run driver on Eastern Parkway, cops said.
November 21, 2021
THE ASK: Transportation Alternatives Sets the Agenda for Mayor Adams (Hint: Less Space for Cars)
On the group's wish list: Safe streets, faster commutes, dignified and respectful urban design, and, of course, less space for cars.
November 19, 2021
#FAKECRACKDOWN: One Day After NYPD Towing, Placard Abusers are Back in Downtown Bklyn
Sisyphus, meet scofflaws.
November 18, 2021
Speeding Epidemic Shows No Signs of Abating, Despite Return of Car Traffic
The summer of hell has become the fall of our discontent.
November 16, 2021
‘Small Victories’ For Vulnerable Road Users In Infrastructure Bill
Active transportation advocates are celebrating modest but potentially powerful new policies in the newly passed transportation infrastructure bill — but more needs to be done.
November 9, 2021
ANATOMY OF A BACKTRACK: DOT’s New Sunset Park Plan Gives Safety to Some, Double-Parking Madness For Others
"I'm kind of speechless," one activist said.
November 1, 2021
Four Ways to Keep Kids Safe From Traffic Violence This Halloween
Top health leaders are encouraging families to get outside and trick-or-treat for the first time since the pandemic began, but advocates are urging them not to ignore another public health threat that threatens kids every Halloween: traffic violence.
October 29, 2021
Thursday’s Headlines: The Port Authority’s Climate Strip-Tease Edition
The Port Authority says it will announce "aggressive" climate goals today. Let's see if it discourages driving! Plus other news.
October 28, 2021