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  • ‘Big Brother’ At U.S. DOT: Bike Lanes Aren’t Just ‘DEI,’ They’re Also Unsafe
    by The Editorial Team
    July 17, 2026
    Taking a page from George Orwell, the government is now saying that bike lanes are unsafe and speed cameras are not proven to reduce crashes. In other words, freedom is slavery.
  • Friday Headlines: Can You PanHandle This Edition
    by Austin C. Jefferson
    July 17, 2026
    DOT nudges a sign away, and other news.
  • Ithaca Eyes A New Zoning Map That Keeps Its Character
    by Austin C. Jefferson
    July 17, 2026
    The mayor wants to double down on the best parts of life in Ithaca.
  • Thursday Headlines: Hold Your Breath Edition
    by Austin C. Jefferson
    July 16, 2026
    The sky is terrifying, and other news.
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