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Queens Pols Have Lots of Claims About the Evils of Scooter-Share, But Few Facts
Queens elected officials rallied together to oppose e-scooters, but they are flat out wrong, DOT says.
Carmageddon: Shift to Remote Work Led to Increase in Driving and Congestion Nationally
Driving miles are higher today than they were before the pandemic, even though more Americans than ever still work from home.
Streetsblog to DOT: We’ll See You in Court — Again!
Streetsblog is quite a FOIL to the Department of Transportation!
Today's Headlines
Tuesday’s Headlines: Make McGuinness Safe Edition
The mayor's failure to implement the full road diet on McGuinness Boulevard continues to have terrible repercussions. Plus other news.
Even 500 Episodes In, Jeff Wood Isn’t Done Exploring Everything Cities Can Be
Streetsblog's most prolific podcaster looks back on his legacy, and explores what's coming next.
Because tolling did not get implemented on June 30th...
cars have not been removed from the congestion zone
additional tons of carbon dioxide have been emitted
in toll revenue is not funding transit improvements
hours have been wasted by New Yorkers in traffic
Prior congestion pricing news
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions
A new analysis shows what districts will suffer the most from the loss of $12 billion in capital funding.
Swiss Miss: MTA Claims Neutrality in Pro-Congestion Pricing Lawsuits
The MTA is sitting out the latest lawsuits aimed at restoring congestion pricing, according to an agency court filing.
Report: Nothing Besides Congestion Pricing Raises Money, Reduces Traffic and Improves the Air
Central business district tolling remains the only policy idea that can do it all, a new report from the MTA's in-house rider advocacy organization shows.
Crazy Talk: In New Speech, Hochul Declares Dictatorial Powers, But Also Begs Legislature for Bailout
Hochul again defended her June 5 decision to "pause" the central business district tolls, using misinformation and channeling Louis XIV to do so.
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Prior stories
Hamstrung! Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Screws Over the Next MTA Capital Plan: Report
Gov. Hochul’s congestion pricing pause will eat into the MTA’s execution of its next capital plan and push the start of work on that plan back by years, a new report argues.
Restler Bill to Cap E-Bike Fees Sets The Bar High for Citi Bike’s Future
Lincoln Restler's new bill to cap the cost of a Citi Bike e-bike trip at the cost of a subway ride treats bike-share as public transportation.
Opinion: Unlock Central Park’s Shared Path to Get Kids Biking to School
With over 200 schools within a half-mile of its boundaries, Central Park could be a model for Safe Routes to School and help lead a bike-to-school renaissance.
Monday’s Headlines: A Worthy Ribbon-Cutting Edition
The DOT will formally open the protected bike lane on the Washington Bridge connecting upper Manhattan to The Bronx. Plus other news.
Friday Video: Welcome to the ‘War on Cars’
Here's a pithy, witty, concise synopsis of why cars suck from the makers of America's best-loved podcast.
The Car Stole Our Bliss — And It Started 125 Years Ago Today
The automobile got its first taste of blood 125 years ago tomorrow — and it's never been able to kick the habit.
Investigations
Boondoggle: State And Feds Are Dumping Yet Another Giant Highway on The Bronx
The state says the Cross Bronx Expressway needs to be repaired. But find out how Gov. Hochul is misusing federal infrastructure money to burden a neighborhood that has been dumped on for decades.
GHOST TAGS: Inside NYC’s Black Market for Temporary License Plates
Read all three parts of Jesse Coburn's award-winning investigation.
‘A Very Dangerous Job’: Dozens of NYC School Crossing Guards Injured by Drivers Since 2012, Records Show
As thousands of guards returned to street corners across the city last week for the reopening of public schools, records obtained by Streetsblog reveal the dangers that guards face on the job.
Council Bill Could Chill Citizen Reporting That Dramatically Boosted Idling Enforcement
Sweeping proposed changes to city's citizen commercial idling enforcement program will "chill" public participation, opponents warn.
Friday’s Headlines: Greening Medians Edition
From mean streets to green streets? Yes, thanks to a Council bill.
Report Shows Double-Digit Increase in Post-Pandemic Driving, Counter to Regional Goal
We're driving ourselves mad, according to new stats from Streetlight Data.
Comptroller: Thanks to Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause,’ MTA Needs Up to $107B For Repairs
The gridlock governor is saddling the MTA with over $100 billion in capital needs, state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says.
Congestion Pricing
Hochul To Congestion Pricing Supporters: You Can’t Sue Me For Something I Haven’t ‘Done’
Hochul hopes her non-committal congestion pricing "pause" can shield her from state law requiring its implementation, according to recent court filings.
Monday’s Headlines: Far From the Madding Crowd Edition
Gov. Hochul skipped an event on Sunday because she was going to be heckled by congestion pricing supporters. Plus other news.
Opinion: Does Gov. Hochul Even Know What a ‘Hard-Working’ New Yorker Is?
Standing up for drivers in the one American region with viable, convenient transit is as weird as Donald Trump and JD Vance.
A Teacher Speaks: Gov. Hochul’s Toll Exemptions Would Create a Privileged Class of Commuters
Working in a high-poverty school system, I want to avoid giving families a legitimate reason to see me selfish or privileged.
