Suburbanization is Not the Answer To COVID-19
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Yes, contraction rates are higher in denser cities. No, that doesn't mean that the burbs are any safer — and in some ways, they're worse.
Recent Streetsblog USA posts about sidewalks
Report: Uber’s Software Flaws Led to Fatal Crash
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The self-driving Uber car that killed an Arizona woman in March 2018 was not programmed to identify pedestrians outside of a crosswalk and lacked software that could have spared her life, a federal safety agency said.
‘Pedestrian-Friendly’ Portland Crosses Out Crosswalks
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Traffic officials are installing 'no crossing' signs at intersections. Are they protecting pedestrians — or privileging cars over people?
Shared Motor-Scooters Coming to D.C.
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The District Department of Transportation is launching a four-month pilot program to invite shared motor-scooters to zip through the city, officials announced last week.
Atlanta is Blowing Safety Money on a Flashy Ped Bridge
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Atlanta has a $1 billion sidewalk backlog. But a $33 million stadium bridge is taking precedent over desperately needed repairs.
Study: Peds Linger, But Rarely Sit
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Pedestrians spend a surprising amount of time lingering in public space, whether talking, waiting for the bus or eating.