If you’ve been personally affected by traffic violence and want to channel your hurt and rage into *something,* please reach out. @safestreetsdc.bsky.social can use your help…and might be able to help you, too. 💛

Jessica Hart@jlrhart.bsky.social · last wk.

This child should have been able to walk, bike, or scoot in what is essentially their home’s parking area without being hit by a speeding driver. A driver who has shown clear disdain for the law and is a danger to others.

50 people have signed up to testify thus far on the “Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act of 2026” (B26-684) at the DC Council’s T&E Committee hearing on Monday, July 13. The deadline to register is 5pm, Wednesday, July 8: lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hea...

Zach Israel@zachisrael.bsky.social · 2mo ago

The DC Council’s Transportation Committee is holding a hearing on July 13 on the “Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act of 2026” (B26-684)-the deadline to register to testify is July 8; written testimony can be submitted until July 27: lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hea...

The Capital Pride Parade is coming up on June 20: March with GGWash! We'll be joined by friends from @waba.org, @actfortransit.bsky.social, @safestreetsdc.bsky.social, Ward 5 Family Biking, and Takoma Family Biking. More details and RSVP: ggwash.org/calendar/eve...

Pride Parade with GGWash

March with Greater Greater Washington (GGWash) and friends in the 2026 Pride Parade during the afternoon of Saturday, June 20! We'll celebrate the many contributions queer people have made to equitabl...

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Join us tomorrow (May 20, 6:30pm, Freedom Plaza) for the Ride of Silence to remember the Allie and the many other cyclists who have been injured or killed doing what we all try to do every day - just get around safely. Details here: ggwash.org/calendar/eve...

J. I. Swiderski, MURP@swiderski.bsky.social · 3mo ago

The Ride of Silence is 2 weeks away. As we spend #BikeMonth celebrating, shaking off winter hibernation, and/or welcoming new riders to the roads, save a moment to remember those we have lost to traffic violence. DC: ggwash.org/calendar/eve... Elsewhere: www.rideofsilence.org/locations-do...

One week from tonight!

J. I. Swiderski, MURP@swiderski.bsky.social · 3mo ago

The Ride of Silence is 2 weeks away. As we spend #BikeMonth celebrating, shaking off winter hibernation, and/or welcoming new riders to the roads, save a moment to remember those we have lost to traffic violence. DC: ggwash.org/calendar/eve... Elsewhere: www.rideofsilence.org/locations-do...

Clark Mercer, the head of Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, just said on Politics Hour that he expects the long-running issue of ticket reciprocity to be solved "in a few months," citing the recent meeting of Bowser-Moore-Spanberger. That'd be huge for DC...but will it really happen?

For roadway safety fans, DMV has issued final regs on Intelligent Speed Assistance Program for drivers convicted of high-speed offenses. dcregs.dc.gov/Common/Notic...

There are three day left to comment on yet another public engagement cycle on Taylor. Please comment! tinyurl.com/taylor-comment

Darren Buck@bikepedantic.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Love my Ward 5 folks. Home to the greatest bike advocacy pitch ever. bsky.app/profile/lhas...

Being near a school in DC makes walking more dangerous. Gift link: wapo.st/4d8ahG8

Walking near a D.C. school raises the chance of being hit by a car, data shows

A Washington Post analysis of accident data shows pedestrians near schools are 24 percent more likely to be hit than elsewhere in the city.

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I've been frustrated by the District's seeming inattention to the dangerous drivers that continue to endanger our streets. I channeled this frustration into creating @dc.baddrivers.lol , a spiritual successor to @trailsta.sh's "How's My Driving" Twitter bot. Kick the tires and lmk what you think!

Bad Drivers DC@dc.baddrivers.lol · 3mo ago

Hi neighbors! I'm a new bot (created by @aru.io) that'll let you look up the DC tickets associated with license plate numbers. Just @ me with the details. For example: @dc.baddrivers.lol VA SZP9141 It may take a few minutes for the lookup to occur. Send all feedback and bug reports @aru.io's way.

We are sending a letter to DDOT asking what they are doing to make the Kansas, Georgia, and Upshur intersections safer. Several months after Kenny was killed there have been no safety improvements & no indication anything will change. You can and your name to our letter: bit.ly/KansasAndUpshur

Sign On to Kansas and Upshur Intersection Safety Letter

Petworth for Safer Streets is sharing a sign-on letter asking for a response from DDOT after the death of Kenny Jimenez Rivera at Kansas and Upshur on February 13, 2026. Read the letter here: https:/...

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Petworth for Safer Streets@petworthsafersts.bsky.social · 6mo ago

The Georgia, Kansas, and Upshur intersection is a dangerous design for all users. We need safer streets that prioritize safety for everyone. #RethinkGeorgiaAve wjla.com/news/local/p...

Alton Kelly was killed trying to cross the street in a crosswalk by a driver who was driving more than 20 mph over the speed limit. His surviving wife Deborah interviewed by The National News Desk about #StopSuperSpeeders bills advancing around the country thenationaldesk.com/news/spotlig...

This is huge for the National Capital region!

Families for Safe Streets@familiesforsafestreets.org · 4mo ago

We've passed #StopSuperSpeeders bills in: ✅ Washington state ✅ Washington DC ✅ Virginia Very exciting news that #Maryland, just awaiting @iamwesmoore's signature, is poised to be next on the list! We hope he will honor our members and so who've been injured or killed.

Read the full press release here: www.familiesforsafestreets.org/news/marylan...

Maryland Legislature Passes Landmark “Stop Super Speeders” Bill; Waiting Gov. Wes Moore’s Signature — Families for Safe Streets - USA

Annapolis, MD — April 13, 2026 — Families for Safe Streets (FSS) applauds the Maryland legislature for passing the Stop Super Speeders legislation (HB 107/ SB 366), a critical step toward reducing tra...

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Families for Safe Streets@familiesforsafestreets.org · 4mo ago

"Today, Maryland's legislature prioritized saving lives." Advocates like Dan Langenkamp testified in support of this bill this session. In 2022, he lost his wife, Sarah, in a crash. Now, he leads as an FSS National Executive Committee member to close critical gaps in traffic safety laws!

“Today, I shed tears of joy as I learned that the Maryland General Assembly passed the bills that will establish the ISA Pilot Program,” said Mindy Badin, the mother of Brett Badin, who was tragically killed while crossing the street on Rockville Pike in Maryland in 2020.

Families for Safe Streets@familiesforsafestreets.org · 4mo ago

Maryland just passed the #StopSuperSpeeders bill (HB107/SB366). @govwesmoore.bsky.social, your signature can save lives! In 2023, 621 people died in traffic crashes in MD; 102 were due to speeding. Additionally, 3,225 individuals sustained injuries. Now, we have the tools to stop it.

It's the final weekend of #SidewalkPalooza, with a great lineup on Saturday!🚶‍♀️💜 Join us: 📍Ward 8 (11am) 📍N. Columbia Heights (1pm) 📍Brookland cleanup + walk (2pm) 📍Blossom Walk + Sidewalk Palooza in Takoma (4pm) Walk/roll + report 311 sidewalk and pedestrian issues. Details: sidewalkpalooza.org.

The Feds plan to rip out the 15th St bike lanes on the National Mall on Monday Join Hill Family Biking on Sunday for a giant protest ride! www.eventbrite.com/e/hill-famil...

Hill Family Biking: Protest Ride to Save 15th St Bike Lanes

The feds are ripping up the 15th St protected bike lanes THIS MONDAY! Ride around Lincoln Park and then to the Mall to protest

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You've probably heard—removal of the a section of the 15th St Protected bike lane is scheduled to start monday. See how we're fighting back and how you can help: waba.org/2026/03/20/1... TL;DR: ✅ Lawyers ✅ Petition ✅ Rally with us on Monday.

Since the 15th Street Protected Bike Lane was installed: • Crashes ⬇️ 46% • Bike injuries ⬇️ 91% Removing the PBL between Constitution Ave and the Tidal Basin would increase conflicts between pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles at one of the busiest times of year.

Today the House Oversight Committee will be considering HR 5525 to outlaw automated traffic enforcement and no right on red in DC, since there are no other problems in the country. As always, when DC‘s local governance is under attack, Free DC is here. Follow along live with us in this 🧵

Grab your sneakers!👟 It’s almost time to walk/roll for #SidewalkPalooza! Join neighbors across DC to report pedestrian safety & accessibility issues and help bring attention to what needs fixing. Find event details, taking place from March 21-29: sidewalkpalooza.org www.hillrag.com/2026/03/17/s...

Memorializing bike rider Kenny Jimmenez Rivera, killed February 13, 2026 at Upshur St. & Georgia Ave. NW in Washington, DC by a hit-and-run driver. @ddotdc.bsky.social @mayorbowser.dc.gov

If you can, please give and/or share, #BikeDC. There is now a ghost bike for Kenny, and he won't be forgotten.

PoPville@popville.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Fundraiser: “For the death of Kenny and the recovery of his girlfriend” struck by a trash truck on an e-bike in Petworth www.popville.com/2026/02/fund...

🎉 It’s officially time for #TranspoBINGO 2026! Let's play our way through the city! 🎉 We’re playing from Feb 5–12, rewarding non-car travel—buses, Metro, biking, walking, and rolling. Take different kinds of trips, explore our city (and region!), and support public and active transportation.

May is a long way away, but—ask any #DCPol candidate—it'll be here before you know it. Registration submitted for #BikeDC #RideOfSilence 2026. Mark your calendars for May 20 and plan to take a moment out of #BikeMonth to honor those who are no longer with us & stand for safer roads for all.

Bikemore is launching a Families for Safe Streets chapter!! We met the organizer, Amril, a few days ago after they came over to chat as soon as they saw us park our bikes :) FSS has been so successful pushing legislation to makes streets safer. I hope ppl get involved! www.baltimorefss.org/contact

Contact — Baltimore Families for Safe Streets

If you want have been directly impacted by a crash, or just want to hear more from Baltimore Families for Safe Streets, fill out our intake form!

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Save the date! TranspoBINGO 2026 runs Feb 5-12.🚍🚲 This year's theme: Play Your Way Through the City—where curiosity sets the route, exploration earns the points, and the city itself becomes the game.🎲 A joyful reminder of what’s possible when we move through our city together. www.transpobingo.com

We join Sam, a DC hit-and-run victim, in calling on Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie to move B26-0057, the Motor Vehicle Insurance Modernization Act. It's time to update DC's 40-year-old insurance minimums.

This year's World Day of Remembrance and Ride for Your Life were inspiring and uplifting. #WDOR2025 @waba.org @safestreetsdc.bsky.social @strongtowns.org