Monday’s Headlines Slow Down

Cities have proven measures they can put into place to slow down speeding drivers and save lives.

By Blake Aued

12:01 AM EST on February 16, 2026

Photo: Toine G

Speeding drivers cause a third of fatal crashes in the U.S. There are effective tools to slow them down, though, such as automated cameras that serve as a deterrent, road diets that narrow car lanes and even simply lowering the speed limit. Such measures are surprisingly popular among the public, too. (CityLab)
In a surprising move, Marc Molinaro is stepping down as head of the Federal Transit Administration to run for New York's state legislature. (NY Times)
The popular Ford F-150 is a prime example of car bloat, have gained as much as 3,000 pounds over the years, depending on the model. (Jalopnik)
Helicopter parents aren't stopping their kids from riding bikes; our streets are no longer designed with children in mind. (Urban Cycling Institute)
Dallas' Regional Transportation Council gave Dallas Area Rapid Transit $180 million so that DART can give back sales tax money to member cities in hopes that they don't leave the partnership. (KERA)
Angry Beltline rail supporters turned out to a MARTA board meeting to accuse the transit agency of secretly killing a streetcar extension. (Rough Draft)
A Boston city council member wants to put new restrictions on e-bikes and mopeds, including banning their use by delivery drivers. (Herald)
Cincinnati is planning a road diet for Gilbert Avenue. (Business Journal; paywall)
Central Oklahoma's transit authority is rebranding itself as it mulls new connections between Oklahoma City, Norman and Edmond. (The Oklahoman)
With better planning, Honolulu could go from car-dependent to an active travel paradise. (Planetizen)
One Charlotte man says the city's refusal to build a sidewalk in his neighborhood has led to multiple crashes and at least one death. (WSOC)
Great Britain is planning a high-speed rail loop that would connect nine cities in Northern England, Scotland and Ireland. (The B1M)
Developers are planning a new, environmentally friendly city near Sydney. (Dezeen)