Engineers to Pedestrians: No ‘Walk’ Signs for You!
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The traffic engineering profession says intersections with no "Walk" signal are a-okay. Even as pedestrian deaths soar.
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Research Explains Why Pedestrians ‘Break the Rules’
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Pedestrians behave unpredictably when the environment is not accommodating to them, new research using time-lapse video shows.
‘Sorry’ Bus Stop Gets an Upgrade
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It's still no beauty, but Suffolk County's appearance in the Elite Eight of our annual "Sorry Bus Stop" contest inspired local officials into action. You're welcome, Islip.
A Fix for the Most Dangerous Street in America
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Harrisburg's State Street is insanely dangerous. The city has a good plan to fix it. Will the state stand in the way?
Study: Walmart, Fast Food Sites Pose High Risk to Pedestrians
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Planners need to pay special attention to pedestrian safety by discount stores and fast food restaurants, according to new research on crashes.
Providence Planning On-Street, Brightly Painted ‘Urban Trails’
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The goal is to connect every neighborhood with safe biking and walking infrastructure and art that pays homage to each area's unique culture.