Memphis Tops U.S. in Pedestrian Deaths

Memphis has been named the deadliest city in America for pedestrians, with a shocking 5.5 deaths per 100,000 residents — the highest rate ever recorded since the report began in 2009. The data reveals deep racial and economic disparities, with Black pedestrians dying at 171% of the national average and Native Americans and Alaskan Natives at a terrifying 367%. Decades of car-centric planning have left vulnerable communities exposed. Nashville, while ranked 37th — an improvement — is actually getting worse, with 14 pedestrian deaths this year, nearly triple last year’s total. Officials are now calling for redesigned streets that slow traffic and prioritize safety for all, not just drivers. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bd6ae338a770d4c6