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Police Finally Remove Cars From Plaza in Downtown Brooklyn
The NYPD is finally waging class war — on the placard class.
June 24, 2025
Opinion: ‘Community,’ Opportunism and the Bedford Ave. Bike Lane
Mayor Adams plays the most dangerous game — trying to appease one part of a "community" while another is put in jeopardy.
June 24, 2025
The Mayor Doesn’t Know The Difference Between E-Bikes And Mopeds
... and it matters because he and his propaganda machine are waging war on one type of vehicle, while blaming another.
June 23, 2025
Car Harms Monday: Why Driving is Bad for Business, Household Wealth and Community Prosperity in 8 Images
In the latest entry in our car harms series, an economist shows why car dependency is actually bad for business.
June 23, 2025
BREAKING: Brooklyn Dem Honcho Appeals Judge’s Ruling Barring City from Tearing Out Bedford Bike Lane
Brooklyn Democratic Party powerhouse and Mayor Adams ally Frank Seddio is appealing a judge's order barring the city from tearing up part of the Bedford Avenue bike lane.
June 20, 2025
DOT Stands By Astoria Bike Lane Plan Despite Foes’ ‘Childish’ Outbursts
DOT is sticking by its protected bike lane proposal after a raucous community board meeting in Astoria.
June 20, 2025
Eyes on the Street: Frankfort Street, Once a Placard Hell, Is Now A Cyclist Haven
Streetsblog gets action! The city has evicted the cops from their placard elite parking near 1 Police Plaza.
June 20, 2025
Friday Video: Public Art That Saves Pedestrian Lives
What's better than an intersection designed for walking safety? A beautiful intersection designed for walking safety.
June 20, 2025
Black Cycling Clubs: ‘We Just Want a Safe Place to Park Our Bikes’
Leaving a bike on the sidewalk overnight or while at work often results in a missing tire or gearset, but for most of us, it’s only a matter of time until the entire frame disappears.
June 19, 2025
MTA Capital Plan Approved, But Still Raises Three Billion Questions
This rubber stamp is missing its ink pad.
June 18, 2025
