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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · 1d

Another quote from the article that jumped out to me: “I get fists waved at me . . . I’m getting honked at or yelled at.”

I had to backtrack to confirm this was from a driver. Anyone who bikes experiences this -- and far worse -- every. single. day.

Our system is set up to bully people on bikes.

Rob Toftness @nosquish.bsky.social · 1d

Here's a thread about this piece of shit lump of journalism

www.denvergazette.com/2025/10/18/a...

As bike deaths spike, shop owners opposed to infrastructure changes decry bullying

Increasing numbers of fatal accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists in Colorado — up 78% over the past decade according to the State Patrol — are raising the temperature on a public debate over h...

www.denvergazette.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · 25d

Maybe she could put it to good use by helping the local transportation advocacy group haul around some tactical urbanism supplies.

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Jul 22

I didn't vote to raise my taxes so the city could pay for an ad campaign telling me "do something" about climate change. I want *the city* to do something about climate change. Like, I dunno, fund things that actually make it easier to walk, bike, and take transit.

Do Something

No matter what, you can do one more thing to help fight climate change.

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Jun 25

Reason #2087 why biking is awesome: Some dude just biked past me singing this song to himself. "Golly what a day!" youtu.be/s3OUaBcA-Fo?...

Oo-De-Lally (From "Robin Hood")

YouTube video by Roger Miller - Topic

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · May 28

We should not accept this as "normal."

Next with Kyle Clark @nexton9news.bsky.social · May 27

A Denver family may sell their home after enduring five car crashes at a dangerous intersection, with three crashes directly hitting their house.

Family considers leaving home after 5th car crash in 16 months

A Denver family may sell their home after enduring five car crashes at a dangerous intersection, with three crashes directly hitting their house.

www.9news.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · May 27

Preach, John.

Next with Kyle Clark @nexton9news.bsky.social · May 27

John Deffenbaugh, President and CEO of Historic Denver, said the bridge is "completely unnecessary" and out of place in Denver's historic Civic Center area.

'This bridge does nothing right' | Colorado's plan for $18 million to $20 million pedestrian bridge at Capitol draws heavy criticism

The CEO of Historic Denver says the bridge is "completely unnecessary" and out of place in Denver's historic Civic Center area.

www.9news.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · May 23

Can you hear children laughing?

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · May 22

This is so misguided and a total waste of 💰. People don't want to walk long, twisty routes. Just make Broadway and Lincoln safer streets to cross, rather than highways through the heart of downtown.

Denverite @denverite.bsky.social · May 22

The state hopes to open the bridge in July 2026.

This long, twisty bridge could bring pedestrians to the Capitol in Denver

The walkway will span Lincoln Street to connect the Capitol building with the Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park.

denverite.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Apr 25

This popped up in my fb memories from 13 years ago - it's like we were living in a different universe then. Talking rationally about important things, laughing.

Slow Jam The News with Barack Obama (Late Night with Jimmy Fallon)

YouTube video by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

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mattfrommer.bsky.social @mattfrommer.bsky.social · Apr 25

Great op-ed from @jlocantore.bsky.social about the economic benefits of transit and the threat posed by the Trump admin:

www.denverpost.com/2025/04/25/d...

Trump’s chaos threatens bus rapid transit projects in Denver (Opinion)

“Thanks to Trump’s and Musk’s chaos, it is not clear that the funding that states typically rely on for these types of projects will come through, jeopardizing the full vision and scope…

www.denverpost.com

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Denver Streets Partnership @bikewalkbus.bsky.social · Apr 25

DSP ED @jlocantore.bsky.social in today's Denver Post: The Trump administration's threats to withhold transportation funding "is a big problem because, in communities throughout the country and here in Denver, transit is essential for the affordability and economic vitality of our community."

Trump’s chaos threatens bus rapid transit projects in Denver (Opinion)

“Thanks to Trump’s and Musk’s chaos, it is not clear that the funding that states typically rely on for these types of projects will come through, jeopardizing the full vision and scope…

www.denverpost.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Apr 23

So many good quotes in this article, it's hard to pick a favorite, but here's an example:

“I had a mandatory parking minimum, even though what I was building was itself a parking lot,” Farah said. “Having to build a parking lot for your parking lot is dumb as f---ing rocks.”

David Zipper @davidzipper.bsky.social · Apr 23

Matt Farah is one of the most powerful auto influencers in the world. The Smoking Tire, his media platform, has an audience of millions.

Farah owns seven cars -- but he is also a fiery supporter of bike lanes, walkability, and upzoning.

In @bloomberg.com, my profile of an urbanist car bro

A Car Guy Makes a Left Turn

Automotive influencer Matt Farah, outspoken host of “The Smoking Tire” videos and podcasts, has become an unlikely advocate for urban transportation reform.

www.bloomberg.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Apr 22

This is the kind of local news I need right now.

Denverite @denverite.bsky.social · Apr 21

The old Park Hill Golf Course has been closed to the public for more than a year.

But not for Park Hill Dave.

A renegade dog named Park Hill Dave is squatting at Park Hill Golf Course

The city wants to hire him — but first, they have to catch him.

denverite.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Apr 12

A win for those who can afford to pay for big lobbying firms to advocate for their interests. A loss for the rest of us.

Nathaniel Minor @nbminor.bsky.social · Apr 11

OK, *here's* my last piece for CPR/Denverite. Of note: the Broncos were part of the coalition pushing to keep the on/off ramps at 23rd. And they got what they wanted. denverite.com/2025/04/11/d...

Denver’s first ‘diverging diamond’ interchange planned for Speer and I-25

Meanwhile, the Broncos get their wish for 23rd Avenue intersection.

denverite.com

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Apr 12

Big park + density + spring = 💖

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Apr 8

Apparently, if you are experiencing homelessness, and hit and killed by a car, it's your fault. coloradosun.com/2025/04/08/c...

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Mar 19

The weather in Denver right now is complete and total garbage. 0/10, do not recommend.

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Denver Streets Partnership @bikewalkbus.bsky.social · Mar 6

Your voices matter! Tell City Council to not expand Peña Boulevard without considering transit improvements first: secure.everyaction.com/5JgxOb9qi0ed...

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Mar 6

Thank you Jordan! ❤️

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Mar 5

Hi friends. My amazing colleague at the Denver Streets Partnership, Adrienne, and her partner Thom are facing some steep medical expenses after Thom was hit by a car while biking home. If you can, please support them in their recovery. gofund.me/e9e76fdf

Donate to Support Thom's Recovery After a Hit-and-Run While Biking, organized by Adrienne Razavi

My name is Adrienne. My partner, Thom, and I both try to ride… Adrienne Razavi needs your support for Support Thom's Recovery After a Hit-and-Run While Biking

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That5280Lady🎨🎶 @that5280lady.bsky.social · Feb 24

🚏 Stop, Look, and Snap a Pic—There’s a Boombot at the Bus Stop!

#cardboard #denver #artinstallation #ecobrick #waitingfordignity @bikewalkbus.bsky.social @jonathonstalls.bsky.social

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Jonathon Stalls @jonathonstalls.bsky.social · Feb 25

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Tom Flood @tomflood.bsky.social · Dec 30

We build vehicles that weigh 9000 pounds with 1000HP, can go 0-60mph in 3 seconds and market them recklessly.

We then ask people to wear construction vests to cross the street. This is all so beyond absurd and it's truly incredible that we've normalized this.

Person walking across a large intersection wearing a construction vest.

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Jill Locantore @jlocantore.bsky.social · Feb 14

I taught myself, and didn't realize I was doing it "wrong" because everyone did it differently than me until college, and then I re-taught myself how to do it like everyone else.

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Denver Streets Partnership @bikewalkbus.bsky.social · Feb 13

Today's the day! Join the People Over Parking Love In starting at 3 pm at Cerebral Brewing to rally in support for common-sense reforms to Denver's parking policies that prioritize spaces for people over cars. We'll see you there! www.eventbrite.com/e/people-ove...

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