Taming Historic Highs in Pedestrian Deaths

Pedestrian fatalities declined slightly year over year but they're still at levels not seen since the early 1980s. Cities and states have employed various tactics to try to bring those numbers down.

A researcher identified almost 100 municipalities that tried open streets and sent surveys to more than 10,000 businesses in the areas.

A new airport configuration could promote a Newark Aerotropolis that could repurpose up to 300 acres, create 20,000 to 25,000 new jobs, and provide 10,000 to 12,000 new inclusionary and workforce dwelling units to house 13,000 to 16,000 new residents.

Gas stations are everywhere with an estimated one fuel pump for every 10 miles of road. But that's likely to change in the coming years as electric vehicles continue to become more widespread.

Historical replicas and touristy kitsch have long been staples but some transit agencies have broadened retail operations to get attention or ride a media wave.

E-bikes have enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years as a tool to fight climate change and reduce carbon emissions. At the same time, some regions are grappling with how to regulate e-bikes and where to put them.

Atlanta is among the latest cities to offer tax credits for e-bike purchases, with a goal to distribute 1,000 vouchers -- more than 1,500 people signed up for the program within 48 hours of its launch.

A pilot e-bike incentive in Tampa last year awarded 180 vouchers from almost 1,000 applications. This year, the city plans to award 260 vouchers, valued at $570,000, in two funding cycles.

Lithium-ion batteries made e-bikes more convenient and popular. Regulators at various levels try to address battery fires and deadly crashes.

A survey found four takeaways as to why those 50 and older own an e-bike or not.