Davis Police Focus On Bicycle Safety
According to news sources, a collaborative bicycle safety effort spearheaded by The Davis Police Department hopes to increase safety awareness while stepping up enforcement of traffic laws. The project will begin January 9, 2012 with an increased focus on traffic law enforcement in area frequented by bicyclists in order to ensure that traffic laws such… read more
Bike-Only Lane is Opened in Downtown LA
Various news sources have stated that the city of Los Angeles has opened a six-foot-wide emerald green lane entirely dedicated to bikes in downtown. This lane was allegedly open to the public last Monday. According to the different news articles, the creation of this bike lane is part of a $3.2 million taken from transportation… read more
Bicycle Bash promotes Awareness
According to news sources, there’s a bicycle bash scheduled for November 6th in Tampa Bay, Florida, to promote awareness, safety and bring drivers and riders together so all may learn to share the road. The event, promoted by a local alliance of 12 different Tampa Bay bicycle stores, aims to educate teenagers and adults regarding bicycling… read more
New Los Angeles Law Gives Injured Bicyclists Legal Recourse
Los Angeles City Council approved an ordinance Wednesday that protects bicyclists from harassment and aggressive drivers, report news sources. The ordinance was approved unanimously, clearing the way for cyclists to be able seek legal recourse in civil courts for injuries, damages and harassment caused by belligerent motorists. The new legislation, authored and championed by Councilman… read more