Sarah Goodyear
Sarah Goodyear has written about cities for a variety of publications, including Grist and Streetsblog. She lives in Brooklyn.
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Why Seniors, Children, and the Poor Are at Greater Risk of Traffic Deaths
Low-income neighborhoods often lack even the most basic pedestrian infrastructure.
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Walk Score Launches Bike Score
How bikeable is your city?
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Getting More Women On Bikes
This weekend, an event called Cyclo Femme aims to up the percentage of women on two wheels around the world.
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Corporate Sponsorship of New York Bike Share Probably Not a Sign of the Apocalypse
The city is covered in advertisements. At least this one will help me move my butt from one part to the other.
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Long Island Kids Beg for a School Bus to Take Them Across a Dangerous Road
New York's “complete streets” law is a step in the right direction, but roads around the state continue to threaten the lives of children who live and go to school near them.
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Urban Wonk
Why There's No War Between Drivers and Cyclists in the Netherlands
Dutch people aren't born knowing the rules of the road. They're taught from an early age.
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Kids Who Get Driven Everywhere Don't Know Where They're Going
A new study suggests vehicular travel affects children's ability to navigate their neighborhood and connect to their community.
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Fighting Sexual Violence in India with 'Girlcott' Power
Women in Gurgaon refrain from shopping to demand stronger safety regulations.
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Road Traffic 'Single Biggest Source of Fatality' for Young People Worldwide
Traffic fatalities disproportionately affect children in developing countries.
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Slowing Down Cars Saves Lives. So Why Is Toronto's Mayor So Opposed?
Lowering speed limits can greatly cut down on pedestrian injuries. But Rob Ford thinks one such proposal is "nuts."
