Pedestrians

In Houston, Those Crosswalk Buttons Actually Do Something

You push the button to cross the street. Then what?

What Happens When Pedestrians and Bicyclists Are Afraid of Certain Routes

We asked pedestrians and bicyclists to tell us about their close calls on the road. The results are harrowing.

Report Sheds Light on Walkability Momentum in Houston

The future of walkable urbanism in the U.S. will depend on places like Houston, Los Angeles and Miami, which have made great strides -- but still have a long way to go, according to a new study.

As Cities Encourage Pedestrians and Biking, Another Trend Emerges: More Deaths

Communities have done a great job encouraging residents to walk and bike more. But they're struggling to keep those same residents safe on the streets.

We Could All Learn a Lesson About Safety From This Pink Sign

Addressed to an unidentified biker from an unidentified driver, it had the ring of a Craigslist missed connection post.

The Furor Over Artsy Crosswalks Misses a Broader Point About Safety

If we're just relying on the white lines of a crosswalk to protect pedestrians, we're in big trouble.