Kea Wilson
Kea Wilson is Senior Editor for Streetsblog USA. She has more than a dozen years experience as a writer telling emotional, urgent and actionable stories that motivate average Americans to get involved in making their cities better places. She is also a novelist, cyclist, and affordable housing advocate. She lives in St. Louis, MO. For tips, submissions, and general questions, reach out ther at kea@streetsblog.org, on X at @streetsblogkea, or on Bluesky @keawilson.bsky.social.
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New Camera Tech Hopes to Stop Drivers From Close-Passing Cyclists
If only policymakers could fully experience the pervasive problem of drivers passing too closely to cyclists perhaps they'd find a way to stop the deadly practice and get victims justice.
How Trump’s Mass Deportation Plans Could Make U.S. Roads More Dangerous
President-elect Trump's promise to deport one million people per year will make America's streets less safe.
How the 17th-Century ‘Mews’ Could Make 21st-Century Suburbs More Walkable
A new development in Texas is repurposing an old idea to make constant driving optional.
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."
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.
Should States Like Texas Be Allowed to Grade Their Own Highway Homework?
A carveout in federal law grants seven states authority to conduct their own environmental assessments on transportation projects. Texas abuses that power, advocates say.
One Hidden Reason Why Your State DOT Isn’t Building Protected Bike Lanes
"Proven safety countermeasures" might sound like a wonky engineering term, but it could hold the key to unlocking money to save lives.
Everything You Need to Know About Trump’s Would-Be US DOT Secretary Sean Duffy
Former Fox News host, congressman, reality TV star and competitive lumberjack Sean Duffy has said he wants to "take an ax" to Washington. Will non-automotive modes get the chop, too?
The Emissions Data GOP Pols Don’t Want Americans To See
Dozens of red states sued to stop the release of their state transportation emissions data. A new report gives a glimpse into what they were trying to hide.
This Program Wants To Coach Cities Through Setting Safer Speed Limits
Lowering speed limits — and backing them up with better infrastructure, enforcement and messaging — is one of the most effective things cities can do to save lives. A new program wants to help them navigate the inevitable challenges that come when they try.