Federal Funds Allocated to Improve Dangerous Streets in Dallas, Fort Wayne, and New Jersey

The city of Dallas will receive over $21 million in federal infrastructure grant to address safety issues on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, one of the city's most dangerous streets for pedestrians. The plan involves reducing the number of traffic lanes from five to four and creating safer spaces for pedestrians and cyclists. The project aims to improve crosswalk visibility, install better street lighting, and raise awareness among drivers. Road diets, which involve narrowing dangerous corridors, have proven effective in reducing accidents and fatalities. The funding comes as part of efforts to prioritize historically underserved communities and improve access to public transportation, sidewalks, and bicycle facilities.