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Here’s Why Your Dead Christmas Tree Should Be in the Road, Not on the Sidewalk

The opposite of a heartwarming holiday story? It's the story of Barbara Hutson, who suffered two broken arms after she tripped on some Christmas trees that should have been in the road.

December 9, 2024

Walkable This Way: How Fashionista Derek Guy Became One of the Nation’s Best-Known Urbanists

The menswear icon has used his vast social media platform to wade into another culture war by promoting walkable neighborhoods over the alienating lifestyle of suburban sprawl.

Media Critique: Vision Zero Was Achieved Years Ago, Just not Here

To continue to report that Vision Zero may or may not be achievable is a form of disinformation. The SF Standard needs to do better.

This week's headlines

The Buck Stops With Monday’s Headlines

Harry Truman was known for whistle-stop campaigning, and interstates are associated with Eisenhower. But that's not entirely true, as the Eno Center explains.

Friday’s Headlines Are Blinded By the Light

The Ringer takes a deep dive into why headlights are so bright now and the community of people trying to tone them down.

Thursday’s Headlines … Psych!

Getting people out of their cars requires both viable alternatives and something to jolt them out of their habits, according to behavioral scientists.

Wednesday’s Headlines Highlight Public Health

An epidemiologist explains how to make streets safer for cyclists and pedestrians, and more in today's headlines.

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Could ChatGPT Make America More Walkable?

No, generative AI shouldn't plan a whole city — but a new study argues it could help identify gaps in our sidewalk networks, tree canopies, and more.

Close the ‘Instacart Loophole’: NYC Pols May Expand Minimum Wage to Grocery Delivery Workers

Grocery delivery app companies like Instacart currently do not have to pay their workers the deliverista minimum wage.

California Says E-bike Incentives Are Coming

On December 18, the California Air Resources Board will finally launch its e-bike incentive program.

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough for Tuesday’s Headlines

Most people associate gondolas or cable cars with ski slopes, but they're underrated mode of public transportation, Fast Company argues.

New ‘Traffic Monitoring’ Site Consolidates Data on Car Volumes & Speeds in S.F.

Now anyone can go online and take a look at Telraam data to see car volumes, speeds, and more.

When Journalists Give Even Intentional Traffic Violence a Pass

The driver who killed Paris cycling advocate Paul Varry has been charged with murder — but America's top-selling newspaper seemingly implied that he's a victim of the "war on cars."

The 2024 Streetsblog Gift Guide For Sustainable Transportation Advocates Who Love to Read

The previous 11-plus months have been epic for urbanism-related books. Why not buy a few for the advocates on your holiday list?

Monday’s Headlines Are Stuffed Full of Stories

Enjoy this mega-post while you digest the rest of your Thanksgiving leftovers.

What the Potential Pedestrianization of Europe’s Busiest Shopping Street Can Teach U.S. Cities

Oxford Street is poised for a pedestrian-friendly makeover. What can the U.S. learn from their journey to get there?

Pennsylvania Shifted Cash From Highways to Transit – But Other States Could Go Even Further

"If your governor says they don't have money for transit, they are lying," said one advocate.

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