Gov. Hochul Just Says ‘Way-No’ to Driverless Cabs Across NYS
The governor made the shocking choice to reverse her budget proposal that allowed companies like Waymo to expand throughout the state.
Friday Video: How Many ‘Better Billion’ Plans Are There?
Apparently, there are lots of better ways to spend $1 billion.
SEE IT: Placard Corruption at Antonio Reynoso’s Brooklyn Borough Hall
The progressive darling promised to end the rampant practice of illegal parking around Borough Hall — but has resumed his corrupt predecessor’s practice.
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Relay — The Delivery App You Didn’t Know You Were Using — Pulls Out As NYC Ramps Up Worker Protections
Relay is shutting down operations in New York City, leaving thousands of workers without jobs.
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Hochul's Car Insurance Scheme
The Explainer: How Big Tech Push For Cheap Car Insurance Hurts Victims
Why is Hochul fighting for worse insurance protections for victims of traffic violence?
Gov. Hochul’s Car Insurance Proposal is a Disaster for Crash Victims’ Rights
As a state that values walking and biking, we cannot allow the governor to gut the rights of the people most at risk — especially since it won't lower insurance rates anyway.
‘CAR’-Tastrophe: Big Tech is Secretly Behind Hochul’s Auto Insurance Rate Cut Push
Is Uber really interested in a more affordable New York?
New Details: Hochul’s Car Insurance ‘Affordability’ Pitch Will Shortchange Crash Victims
Hochul's Uber-backed bid to make car insurance affordable hides harmful policies for victims of car drivers.
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Thursday’s Headlines: Set Our Calendar Edition
The next four weeks are setting up to be the World Cup tournament of the livable streets movement. Plus other news.
Cycle Club Sues City, Calling Central Park Bike Speed Limit A ‘Real Threat’ To Active Transportation
The oldest recreational bike club sued the city alleging it overstepped with 15 mile per hour speed limit in Central Park.
Mamdani Budget Adds Staff, Cash For More Bus And Bike Projects
The mayor wants to fill a budget gap identified by fiscal watchdogs as a key roadblock to making buses faster and cycling safer.
Advocates to MTA: More Fare Caps Will Be Fairer For All
The MTA has not introduced daily or monthly OMNY fare caps, even as it phased out daily and monthly MetroCards.
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Lessons for the Future of Congestion Pricing
This is how New York can take full advantage of congestion pricing.
Wednesday’s Headlines: What’s In the Couch Cushions Edition
All eyes were on Mayor Zohran Mamdani's first budget, but we were looking for the spare change for DOT. Plus other news.
Investigations
How Congestion Pricing Proved the Haters Wrong and Is Changing New York for the Better
Happy birthday to the toll cameras! Congestion pricing is working as promised — defying haters and doubters, including President Trump. Here's why.
The ‘Problem’ With E-Bikes? The Super Fast Illegal Ones
New Yorkers are riding illegal vehicles marketed as e-bikes with little to no-consequences, and it's a safety problem.
Who Rides on the Sidewalk? To NYPD, Just Blacks and Hispanics
The NYPD has ramped up its enforcement against cyclists for squeezing pedestrians, but in a very suspect manner.
What Is A Life Worth In NYC? In Fatal Crashes, Sometimes Just $50
Drivers who kill pedestrians often face minimal punishment, a Streetsblog investigation found.
Opinion: Mamdani Must Do More Than Just Undo the Mistakes of Eric Adams
Mamdani deserve credit for the quick wins, but there's only so much he can accomplish by reversing the mistakes of Eric Adams.
Manhattan Panel Pans DOT Plan for Unprotected E. 17th St. Bike Lane
Community Board 6 voted overwhelmingly to support a protected bike lane over DOT's unprotected proposal.
Jersey City Shows Why NYC Needs a Real Chief Public Realm Officer
New York City's smaller neighbor was able to make big streetscape changes by centralizing planning for public space under one role.
Tuesday’s Headlines: (Parking) Space … The Final Frontier Edition
Let's start raising revenue by charging a tiny fee for drivers to store their cars in the public right of way! Plus other news.
Monday’s Headlines: Presidents’ Day Edition
We're honoring the Presidents of the United States today, but let's do so with a little news roundup, ok?
