Engineers to Pedestrians: No ‘Walk’ Signs for You!
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The traffic engineering profession says intersections with no "Walk" signal are a-okay. Even as pedestrian deaths soar.
Recent Streetsblog USA posts about Walking
Want a Better City? Cut Traffic Lights
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In Philadelphia, replacing traffic lights with four-way stops reduced serious injuries 68 percent, author Jeff Speck explains in an excerpt from his new book, "Walkable City Rules."
New Traffic Signals in London Will Give Pedestrians the Green Light By Default
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The city of London is on a mission to make walking as convenient as possible, using smarter traffic signals that reduce wait times for pedestrians.
How to Not Be a Bully Behind the Wheel
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Don't be an intersection bully. Follow these pro tips for courteous, non-homicidal driving.
A New Approach to Retrofitting a Dangerous Suburban Road
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The Syracuse suburb of Dewitt is overhauling its wide, dangerous traffic artery -- and putting bikes at the center.
What Explains the Gender Gap in Walking?
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While infrastructure matters a great deal, not enough emphasis has been placed on other types of barriers facing women and girls.