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Berlin Moves Closer to Banning Cars From A Zone Bigger Than Manhattan

Berlin could soon set the bar for human-centered cities around the world, now that a long-sought ballot measure is finally being released from political limbo.

June 26, 2025

Car Harms Tuesday: Cars Are Just Ugly

New York has always had businesses and people using its streets for work and play. But it hasn’t always had this many cars, and never before have they been this big.

May 27, 2025

Could the Comeback of the U.S. Pedestrian Mall Start on Bourbon St.?

A recent terror attack has reignited an old conversation about pedestrianizing an iconic street — and whether other U.S. communities should do it, too.

March 3, 2025

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?

December 2, 2024

Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows

“This just confirms the old saying, ‘Cars don’t spend money, people spend money,’” said one open street advocate.

November 18, 2024

How to Build A Pop-Up Lane to Your City’s Next Street Festival

Popping up a protected bike lane to your city's next big event can cost more than you think — but it's worth it to build community support for more permanent infrastructure changes, a Connecticut advocate argues.

August 27, 2024

Car-Free in Dallas?! It Can Be Done!

Our op-ed columnist went back to the Big D last year for a high school reunion and was pleasantly surprised by some of what she saw.

August 21, 2024