Coronavirus Crisis
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Mayor: Trust Me, Vision Zero Is A Priority (Even Though Funding Was Cut)
"By definition we're going to prioritize Vision Zero," the mayor said in response to a question about why he cut $10 million in Vision Zero funding this week.
April 9, 2020
Motorist Deaths Are Up As NYPD Fails to Crack Down on Speeding
Here's another reason why the NYPD needs to take the speeding epidemic far more seriously: More drivers are killing themselves in crashes right now — even though there are so few motorists on the road.
April 9, 2020
Our Latest Satire Evokes The Who: Mayor de Blasio is a ‘Car-Loving Monster’
The song, based on The Who's "Pinball Wizard," explores how more and more people are calling for more open space during the coronavirus crisis.
April 9, 2020
Thursday’s Headlines: Train Daddy in Exile Edition
There's Andy Byford ... with a Sunny's Bar t-shirt. We are in love all over again. Plus the other news.
April 9, 2020
City Planning To Walkers: Drop Dead
Hey, I'm walkin' here! The Department of City Planning accidentally tweeted that New York City's sidewalks weren't wide enough for safe passage.
April 9, 2020
Op-Ed: Skip the Victim-Blaming on Bike Lanes, New York Times!
Health columnist Jane Brody, usually a beacon of sense, gets city cycling badly wrong, a traffic expert says.
April 9, 2020
EXCLUSIVE: The NYPD is Doing Very Little to Battle the Speeding Epidemic
The agency says it is taking speeding seriously. The numbers say otherwise.
April 8, 2020
Wednesday’s Headlines: Ironic Passover Edition
Whatever you do, don't mention the Angel of Death. Plus all the other stories.
April 8, 2020
Advocates: MTA Must Redistribute Service To Protect Low-Income, Essential Workers
Crowded trains and buses in communities of color are spreading the virus, but the agency says it is doing all it can to protect riders.
April 8, 2020
COVID Budget Cuts Will Make City Less Safe and Dirtier
Goodbye Green Wave. So long better bus service. Adios clean streets. Oh and look out for that falling tree branch!
April 7, 2020
