The latest streets and transportation news from Streetsblog NYC.
Yesterday was the annual Pedestrians vs. Crosstown Bus race in Midtown. Obviously, the pedestrians won. But one of those pedestrians — who is likely to be mayor — made a strong suggestion that under his leadership, the bus will soon beat the pedestrians.
And on the same day, a top MTA official lost patience with Mayor Adams.
Read all about it. And enjoy the weekend. It should be lovely.
Congressional negotiations over America’s next big transportation law hit some speed bumps this summer — but that doesn’t mean there isn’t work to be done.
It’s a mystery for sure — but don’t expect any actual officials to care enough to solve it for you. We tried.
Take a ride with the great Clarence Eckerson Jr. (did we mention that he has an award from the UN?) as he surveys a major improvement in Queens.
It might sound crazy — but is it crazy enough to work, even as governments take aim at steep transit cuts?
Streetsblog would love to hear more from the Lyft-owned bike share. Plus other news.
This year’s shortfall again underscores the Collision Investigation Squad’s limited safety role compared to peer cities such as Chicago.
Congressional negotiations over America’s next big transportation law hit some speed bumps this summer — but that doesn’t mean there isn’t work to be done.
Our lives are defined by cars, even if we neither own nor drive them. Plus other news.
