Schumer: NYS Will Get ‘An Effing Lot Of Money’ For Street Safety And Cycling
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New York is about to get so much money for safe streets from the federal government that our leaders are almost swearing in amazement.
Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Pedestrian safety
EXCLUSIVE: Sanitation Commissioner to Cyclists: ‘We Will Do Better This Winter’
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"It's going to be better — 100 percent," Sanitation Commissioner Ed Grayson told Streetsblog, though he admitted that the agency is holding onto its old script of not clearing bike lanes and pedestrian crossings until all roads are cleared for drivers.
Monday’s Headlines: Day of Remembrance Edition
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Sunday was the World Day of Remembrance for the victims of road violence — and in this city, that meant honoring the 1,800 people who have been killed (almost entirely by drivers) during the seven-plus years of Mayor de Blasio's Vision Zero initiative. We were there. Plus other news.
Pedestrian Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver Dies, Cops Say
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A Brooklyn man has died from injuries he sustained earlier this month when he was struck by a hit-and-run driver on Eastern Parkway, cops said.
THE ASK: Transportation Alternatives Sets the Agenda for Mayor Adams (Hint: Less Space for Cars)
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On the group's wish list: Safe streets, faster commutes, dignified and respectful urban design, and, of course, less space for cars.
#FAKECRACKDOWN: One Day After NYPD Towing, Placard Abusers are Back in Downtown Bklyn
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Sisyphus, meet scofflaws.