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While many people believe that there is a zero sum game between increasing safety and preserving or enhancing aesthetics, a recent post on Streetsblog offers a different perspective.

The current taxi system in New York is dysfunctional and needs a change. Here's one idea to change it through simple better street design.

These renderings for a new project in Denmark show how towers and open space combine to promote mass transit and reject old-fashioned ideas about monolithic design.

Former New York City Deputy Transportation Commissioner "Gridlock" Sam Schwartz proposes two ideas to help walkers and bikers get along on NYC's crowded streets.

New York City's Department of Transportation says that it will have five new high speed bus lines up and running by 2008.

Aaron Naparstek of Streetsblog visits Copenhagen and reports on that city's outstanding bicycling facilities.

Low-income families in big cities spend significantly less on housing and transportation than poorer suburban families, according to a new study by the Center for Housing Policy.

Blogger Aaron Donovan attends a recent book talk by Robert Bruegmann provides an irreverent analysis of the author's defense -- and definition -- of sprawl.

Mayor Michael Bloomberg announces a long-term planning and environmental sustainability initiative for New York City.

Sorting out the politics of Stockholm congestion charging with James Savage, editor-in-chief of the Swedish, English-language newspaper, The Local.

Voters in Stockholm, Sweden approve a measure to charge motorists a fee to drive into the city center.

Ryan Russo, New York City Department of Transportation's Director for Street Management and Safety talks about the city's aggressive plans to build out the city's bicycle commuting network.

New York City officials release a public health report on bicycle safety and announce a major expansion of New York City's bicycle network.

London Mayor Ken Livingstone wants the U.S. Embassy in London to pony up $1.6 million in unpaid congestion charging fees.

New York City Deputy Mayor Dan Doctoroff responds to community members' calls for comprehensive transportation planning and congestion relief.

A blog releases a document it claims is a secret "new urban planning vision for New York City" developed by the consulting firm of Alex Garvin and Associates.