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Laws banning harassment of cyclists spread like a wonderful virus

Ordinances that let bicyclists sue road-enraged drivers are catching on in some California cities and Washington, D.C.

Motor vehicle deaths rose 5 percent in 2012

The figures vary state by state. New York is pretty safe. North Dakota is not.

From the ground up: How the creative class can help spark real urban revival

Violence in Oakland inspires soul searching and a grassroots effort to build a sustainable future for all residents. Can newcomers help bridge the class divide?

In his first major address as secretary of state, Kerry nods at climate change

Consider that box checked.

Don’t believe in climate change? Talk to a clam digger

As the ocean absorbs carbon, it's becoming too acidic to grow oysters, spurring those in the shellfish industry to lead the charge for awareness.

While protestors surrounded the White House, Obama was golfing with oil executives

The only message the president heard on Sunday was from people wanting to drill, drill, drill.

Joe Nocera knows from boneheaded

Nocera's latest New York Times column on Keystone is a classic example of the glib hippie-punching that substitutes for serious engagement on climate issues among Very Serious People.

Honda partners with SolarCity to subsidize solar panels for customers

Honda will spend $65 million to install solar systems on the homes of its customers.

This bike-mounted grill makes us wish it was summer forever

Bike to the park, set up shop, and slap your food of choice on this thing.

The Keystone XL pipeline could create as many as 20 long-term jobs

Twenty. Two-zero. In other words, Keystone could be as big a job creator as an Applebee's.