Tag: kplu
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Traffic violence in the Pacific Northwest is racially biased
If you are Native American in Washington State, you are almost four times more likely to die in a traffic collision than the general population. If you are black, people driving are half as likely to stop for you in a crosswalk. These disturbing facts come from two reports this week that shine some light…
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Listen to KPLU’s fantastic story about cycle tracks
KPLU’s Paula Wissel has a fantastic story about cycle tracks this morning. You can catch it online here. I met Paula next to the Linden Ave cycle track recently, and we chatted for a while, watching folks roll by. Her story this morning reflects what she saw and heard: The protected bikeway (the first of…
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KPLU: Seattleites notoriously unwilling to jaywalk
People in Seattle almost never jaywalk. In fact, the population’s firm adherence to the red crosswalk hand is the stuff of legends. For many, including myself, it’s one of the first things that stands out during an initial visit to the city. Rain or shine, heavy traffic or completely empty roadway, almost everyone simply waits…
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