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Study shows bicycle-friendly cities are safer for all road users even drivers.
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Study shows bicycle-friendly cities are safer for all road users even drivers
The study examined 14 small and mid-sized U.S. cities, each with populations ranging from 50,000 to 200,000 residents.
momentummag.com
April 7, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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The fact that this bullshit was buried on page 54 of a 70+ page government document, and that reams of government-funded research about why road diets are essential to saving lives were recently erased, tells you everything you need to know about how accountable this administration is to the public.
US DOT Doesn't Want to Fund Road Diets Anymore — Streetsblog USA
The feds say they will look "unfavorably" on applications that reduce lane capacity for vehicles – even in urban areas where speeds kill.
usa.streetsblog.org
April 4, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Staff cuts: How US Department changes impact NC students and families

Recent staff reductions at the U.S. Department of Education are set to affect North Carolina students and families.
Staff cuts: How US Department changes impact NC students and families
Recent staff reductions at the U.S. Department of Education are set to affect North Carolina students and families.
www.wral.com
March 12, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Cars are bleeding Americans dry. Auto loan delinquencies are at a 30-year high, with 6.56% of subprime borrowers 60+ days behind on payments. Rising costs and interest rates make car ownership a financial trap. Shed the toxic car culture mindset. Be free.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Americans Fall Behind on Car Payments at Highest Rate in Decades
Delinquencies on auto loans among subprime borrowers are spiking as consumers continue grappling with higher interest rates.
www.bloomberg.com
March 9, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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NEW STARTER PACK! I decided that “Better Transportation & Mobility” deserved its own starter pack. There are others out there on transportation, streets, bikes, public transit etc but this one has my faves. Who have I missed? Please explore, follow and share! #UrbanistShoutOut go.bsky.app/MBL7PrE
November 24, 2024 at 5:14 AM
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“Under Trump, Prepare for New US Transportation Priorities:

The Biden admin made high-profile commitments to cutting emissions, boosting urban transit & improving traffic safety. Now the road ahead looks very different.” Via @davidzipper.bsky.social @bloomberg.com www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Under Trump, Prepare for New US Transportation Priorities
The Biden administration made high-profile commitments to cutting emissions, boosting urban transit and improving traffic safety. Now the road ahead looks very different.
www.bloomberg.com
November 13, 2024 at 3:11 AM