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Council Balks on Legalizing ‘Jaywalking’

Walkin' here still isn't legal.

September 12, 2024

Chaotic Rockaways Intersection to Get Bike and Pedestrian Upgrades in 2027

The seven-way junction is a nightmare for pedestrians and cyclists.

September 11, 2024

Walk this Way: Feds Finally Want Car Safety Standards to Apply to People Outside the Vehicle

In the midst of a two-decade rise, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed new rules to "reduce fatalities among pedestrians."

September 10, 2024

DOT’s ‘Blissville Greenway’ Will Make Vital Connections in Queens

The proposed Blissville Greenway would finally help Queens cyclists safely connect to Brooklyn.

September 5, 2024

More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall

A record number of school "open streets" will operate across the city when the school year starts next week, officials said.

August 29, 2024

DOT Starts Work to Open Queensboro Roadway to Pedestrians

Work is finally beginning on the Queensborough Bridge's future pedestrian path.

July 30, 2024

DOT Begins Safety Upgrades for Atlantic Av. But Locals Want More

Some changes are coming for Atlantic, but they're not enough, say street safety advocates.

July 24, 2024

Wednesday’s Headlines: Adams Blames the Victim Edition

Mayor Adams blames pedestrian victims for their own deaths. Plus more news.

July 24, 2024

Mayor Adams Once Praised Eighth Ave. Sidewalk Expansions He Now Wants to ‘Relook At’

Adams praised the sidewalk extensions while literally standing in them back in 2022.

July 8, 2024