Pico Boulevard Turn Proves Deadly For Santa Monica Pedestrian
A pedestrian died after being struck at Pico Boulevard and Stewart Avenue on Oct. 13, 2020; Santa Monica police say the driver cooperated and investigators are seeking witnesses.
FDNY Brass Slams Bronx Harlem River Greenway Over One-Way Block
Top FDNY officials have publicly opposed a DOT redesign on Sedgwick Avenue that would create a protected stretch of the Harlem River Greenway, saying it could slow engines and complicate responses. The dispute ramps up after an April FDNY letter and June community‑board testimony.
NHTSA Proposes Dropping Brake Pedal Requirement for AVs
NHTSA has proposed removing the brake pedal requirement for vehicles built to be operated only by self‑driving systems. The change could speed purpose‑built robotaxis while drawing criticism from safety groups.
E‑Bike Crash Victims Poised To Drag City Hall Into Court
A group of New Yorkers injured in e‑bike crashes says it will sue the city, saying a March policy that ended criminal enforcement made streets less safe. The planned action — described on local TV as involving “thousands” of victims — puts Mayor Mamdani’s enforcement shift at center stage.
East End Drivers Face Summer Headache As Riverside Drive Partially Shuts
MSD will close westbound Riverside Drive starting July 1 for sewer upgrades, including a new 60-inch outfall. Expect detours, weekday construction and work through summer 2027.
Hyundai Recalls Nearly 96,300 U.S. Tucsons Over Dashboard Glitch
A software bug that can blank digital dashboards has prompted Hyundai to recall roughly 96,300 2025–2026 Tucson models in the U.S.; the fix will be a free software update.












