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How to See Every Driver As A Future Cyclist
Editor's note: This personal essay originally appeared on Streetsblog Chicago, but we thought it had a great message for national readers. Be sure to read until the end for an exercise that can help you make any city a little more sustainable-transportation-friendly. I've had many beautiful and joyful memories of biking around the city this city.
February 12, 2020
Gas Taxes May Not Be Just For Roads Anymore In Georgia
The Georgia State Senate may finally let transportation leaders use fuel tax dollars for sustainable transportation — and not just endless infrastructure for cars.
February 11, 2020
Tuesday’s Headlines
Denver City Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer said she intends to vote down DOTI projects, then decided not to. Denver is nearing a tipping point on bicycles as transportation. Boulder and Denver are #1 and #2 in the world for Feb. 14 Winter Bike to Work Day. More headlines...
February 11, 2020
Another City Eliminated Non-Driver Deaths In 2019
Another world-class city has proven that Vision Zero isn’t just wishful thinking — and its example puts the pressure on American communities to stop street carnage now
February 11, 2020
California’s Rebate Blind Spot: Electric Bikes
It would be smart, and efficient, for California to provide incentives for people to purchase e-bikes.
February 10, 2020
Monday’s Headlines
‘The War on Cars’ is coming to Denver to record a live-audience podcast today and Kyle Clark is a guest. The Most Dangerous Streets to Drive [and walk/roll/bike/scoot/transit] in Denver. Who’s responsible for clearing snow at RTD stops? Snow poetry. More headlines...
February 10, 2020
Advocates Question AOC and Levin’s ‘EV Freedom Bill’
Sustainability advocates were unimpressed by a new proposal by two House Democrats that would a mandate a comprehensive network of electric vehicle charging.
February 9, 2020
Want Action? Here’s How to Photograph a Pothole
If your city won't build a protected bike lane, the least it can do is fix the streets you've got. Here's how to help make that happen.
February 7, 2020
Commentary: A City That Works for Everyone — Reflections on the Necessity of an Intersectional Urbanism
Robin Mazumder: When I speak out about urban issues, it is from my perspective as someone who experiences marginalization in some aspects of my identity as much as it is from my perspective as someone who has privilege.
February 7, 2020