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Brad Aaron began writing for Streetsblog in 2007, after years as a reporter, editor, and publisher in the alternative weekly business. Brad adopted New York&#8217;s dysfunctional traffic justice system as his primary beat for Streetsblog. He lives in Manhattan.

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Common Sense Wins: CB 12 Approves Plaza for Haven Avenue in Washington Heights

Clarence Eckerson Jr. is the Director of Video Production for NYCSR&#8217;s StreetFilms and producer of bikeTV. He loves the color purple, chocolate chip cookies, and enjoys walking, biking, and taking transit. He has never owned a driver&#8217;s license.

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London’s Aldgate Square Goes From Stressful Traffic Circle to Great Public Space

David was Streetsblog&#8217;s do-it-all New York City beat reporter from 2015 to 2019. He returned as deputy editor in 2023 after a three-year stint at the New York Post.

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NYPD Surrounds Flatiron Plaza With Concrete Barriers, Because Terrorism

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Civic Groups Renew Call for Streets That Support Public Expression

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A Plea for de Blasio to Support Free Expression With Better Public Spaces

Angie is a Cleveland-based writer with a background in planning and newspaper reporting. She has been writing about cities for Streetsblog for six years.

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Common Sense Wins: CB 12 Approves Plaza for Haven Avenue in Washington Heights

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Civic Groups Renew Call for Streets That Support Public Expression

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