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Badly Repaired Road Implicated in Crash that Killed a Senior Cyclist in Elmhurst
A Queens cyclist died after falling from his bike after hitting a rough patch of badly repaired road on a residential street in Elmhurst late on Thursday night.
February 25, 2022
Thursday’s Headlines: Hat Tip to Jessie Singer Edition
Looking back, we haven't celebrated the Transportation Alternatives strategist enough in these pages. That changes now. Plus other news.
February 24, 2022
Why Traffic Violence Victims Can’t Easily Sue Automakers That Advertise Cars That Kill
Legal experts explain why the victims of traffic violence can't likely sue U.S. automakers on the basis that their advertising campaigns lead drivers to misuse cars.
February 22, 2022
Monday’s Headlines: All Presidents Have Their Day Edition
It's Presidents Day, so we're going to honor our past leaders (well, some of them), but first give you some of the stories you might have missed over the weekend.
February 21, 2022
Friday’s Headlines: Let’s Talk About Safety Edition
Later today, Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez will join Council Member Bob Holden at the corner of Cypress and Cooper avenues, the site of a recent horrific crash (left). Plus other news.
February 18, 2022
This Time the Charm: Will Long-Delayed Queens Greenway Finally Get Funding?
It's a project that's been stalled since 1977, so, who knows?!
February 17, 2022
Brooklyn Pol’s Bill Would Prohibit Higher Parking Costs for SUVs
“Strong no on this. SUVs are lethal in an urban setting," said one activist.
February 14, 2022
Friday’s Headlines: Lots and Lots of Outrage Edition
It was a busy day on the livable streets beat. But not for the right reasons. Here's a roundup of all the day's news.
February 11, 2022
Manhattan Panel Rejects DOT Traffic Plan for Williamsburg Bridge Because it Will Bring More Cars
The DOT admits that the plan will cause 13 percent more traffic, but claims Norfolk Street can handle it.
February 11, 2022
Thursday’s Headlines: Mayor Adams’s Less-Heralded News Edition
Mayor Adams had his first Tin Cup Day in Albany, rattling his coin box for state legislatures to give the city more money in the budget. Plus other news.
February 10, 2022