Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Transportation Alternatives

The city is moving to make outdoor dining permanent — like this one seen here on Mott Street last year. File photo: Emily Andrews for Rockwell Group

The People Have Spoken: DOT Study Reveals Vast Support for Outdoor Dining

By Julianne Cuba | Nov 22, 2021 | No Comments

In Manhattan, the supposed epicenter of opposition, a city survey shows that 84 percent of residents support the "Covid huts." Citywide, 64 percent support them.

THE ASK: Transportation Alternatives Sets the Agenda for Mayor Adams (Hint: Less Space for Cars)

By Gersh Kuntzman | Nov 19, 2021 | No Comments

On the group's wish list: Safe streets, faster commutes, dignified and respectful urban design, and, of course, less space for cars.

The Council Speaker candidates, including Francisco Moya (top right), before four of them dropped out during a debate last month.

Council Speaker Candidates Debate (and Pander on) Livable Streets Issues

By Julianne Cuba | Nov 19, 2021 | No Comments

Would-be leaders Francisco Moya and Justin Brannan were far more conciliatory towards car drivers than other potential speakers.

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Vision Zero Cities: Why Words Matter to Crash Victims

By Aaron Short | Nov 16, 2021 | No Comments

Cars kill — but the language used in ads and newspapers always hurts. That's why message is so crucial in the war on cars.

SAY CHEESE: Officer Jessica Ricotta of the 114th Precinct writing a ticket to an e-bike delivery worker for following the LPI. Photo: Twitter

Courtesy, Professional and Disrespect — NYPD Tickets E-Bike Riders For Legally Following Pedestrian Signal

By Julianne Cuba | Nov 15, 2021 | No Comments

At least one repeatedly ignorant cop in Astoria apparently still doesn't know the laws she's sworn to uphold.

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America’s Most Toxic Car Ad: The Finals!

By Kea Wilson | Nov 12, 2021 | No Comments

After thousands of votes and enough eerily empty downtowns to last a life time, Streetsblog readers have narrowed it down to just two of the most toxic car ads in our national history. Vote now for which deserves the title of the most toxic of all.

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