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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

The New York city council passed a bill to improve bike safety after the 26th bicyclist was killed this year. (Via Flickr)

Student Cyclists Concerned as Bike Deaths Reach 20-Year High

As the number of biking-related deaths continues to climb, New York City has rolled out new plans to increase biker safety.
Julia Baxley, Staff Writer Nov 6, 2019

On Saturday, 87-year-old Yevgeny Meskin was struck by a minivan and killed while riding his bike on Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. He’s the 26th cyclist to be killed on the road...

Traffic cameras introduced to promote safer driving

Traffic cameras introduced to promote safer driving

Alanna Bayarin, contributing writer Sep 11, 2014
Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled the first new speed cameras as part of his new Vision Zero plan, which aims to eliminate traffic deaths.
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City receives grant to fight pedestrian deaths

Rahul Krishnamoorthy, Staff Writer Apr 30, 2014
New York City received an $800,000 grant to help prevent traffic deaths, as Mayor Bill de Blasio's "Vision Zero" plan is being enacted.

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