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The automatic braking systems on two major car models failed to stop for pedestrians wearing reflective strips in a test.

January 10 - Streetsblog USA

The city could install AquaFence barriers around its most important wastewater pumping stations.

January 10 - Fox 13 Tampa Bay

Lewisville, Texas, demonstrates how equitable planning and community-driven efforts can transform underserved areas by enhancing park access and promoting social and recreational equity.

January 10 - National Recreation and Park Association Open Space Blog

The agency says the changes are part of an effort to address its financial crisis and continue delivering “reliable service.”

January 9 - San Francisco Chronicle

The city’s updated Shade Master Plan calls for trees and built structures at bus stops to protect residents from heat.

January 9 - Smart Cities Dive

Swedish cities are encouraging designers to dramatically reimagine the humble water tower.

January 9 - Fast Company

City officials say the pause on permits for redevelopment projects aims to stop the displacement of long-term residents.

January 9 - Governing

A meta-study shows that public realm interventions can help reduce crime rates.

January 9 - Streetsblog USA

Bucking national trends, Milwaukee reduced homelessness in 2024 through Housing First policies and supportive services, but local advocates warn high housing costs will likely lead to an increase in the unhoused population in the coming year.

January 9 - Wisconsin Public Radio

The Blue Line will be the third bus rapid transit corridor in the city.

January 9 - Fox 59

Taking a wider view of communities could help keep schools open despite falling enrollment.

January 8 - Shelterforce Magazine

High housing costs are squeezing a record number of American households.

January 8 - Lexington Herald Leader

Dozens of videos reportedly show Tesla vehicles colliding with other cars, parking signs, and walls while using a driverless remote parking feature.

January 8 - The Verge

With the worst of winter weather ahead, shelter providers say there are not enough beds to meet the rising rate of homelessness in the city.

January 8 - First Alert 6

The third edition of the nationally recognized road design guide includes detailed design advice for roads that prioritize safety and accessibility for all users.

January 8 - National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO)

What drives the U.S. backlash to roundabouts — objectively safer and more efficient than stop-and-go intersections?

January 8 - Bloomberg CityLab

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Cities and states are leaning on zoning reform to help stem the housing crisis and create more affordable, livable neighborhoods.

January 8 - Diana Ionescu

The Mission Rock project eliminates street parking, replacing it with public seating and landscaping.

January 7 - Fast Company

The Chuckwalla and Sáttítla National Monuments will protect natural resources and sites of cultural significance for California native tribes.

January 7 - Associated Press

A comprehensive list of public transit expansions and new lines that opened in 2024, and projections for 2025.

January 7 - the transport politic