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President Sprawl? What’s With Pols Talking About Developing Federal Land?
The federal government's job should be "to make sure that all people have the choice of living in the community that they choose and that they’re able to afford to live there,” said one activist.
‘Rage Against the Machine’: The Daily Toll of Cars in 18 Images
In this excerpt from "The Architecture of Urbanity: Designing for Nature, Culture, and Joy," author Vishaan Chakrabarti gives a powerful visual breakdown of how car dependency impacts our places.
How Atlanta Passed Its Right-On-Red Ban
Atlantans can not turn right on red anymore — and could be a major step forward in making streets safer.
Reconnecting Communities: Are We There Yet?
Advocates warn: to reconnect communities, you have to listen to them.
Monday’s Headlines Believe in Lizard People
Meet Carla Sands, an influential Trump ally who has some pretty off-the-wall theories about climate change and transportation.
How São Paulo Cut Traffic Deaths by a Third Overnight
A decade ago, São Paulo, the largest city in the Americas, suffered from 1,249 annual roadway deaths. In mid-2015, the death rate plummeted by a third.
Friday’s Headlines Breathe in the Air
Don't be afraid to care about zoning that disproportionately exposes low-income residents to highway fumes.
Friday Video: Commute with Dylan in Boston
"E-bikes are a thing," says one disabled Bostonian, as they show off how easy it is to get around without a car if a city provides the right infrastructure.
From Challenge to Opportunity: Transforming Salt Lake City’s Wide Streets
Salt Lake City’s unusually large grid pattern of wide streets and square blocks poses a massive challenge to walkability and bikeability but represents a rare opportunity for planners.
