Analysis: Mayor Gets the ‘W,’ But Council Turns His Zoning Plan into ‘City Of Yes … Sort Of’
The City Council took a crucial step towards passing City of Yes, but it also let low density areas opt out of much of the plan.
Five Ways New NYPD Boss Jessica Tisch Can Fix Our Dangerous Streets
If the Sanitation Commissioner wants to use her new position to make city streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, here's where she can start.
Today's Headlines
Friday’s Headlines: City of Yes Edition
There was only one story yesterday: The embattled mayor succeeded in passing what might become the signature initiative of his one term. But there was other news, too.
What Do the Mayoral Candidates Think Of ‘City of Yes’?
Too bad for Hizzoner that challengers Zellnor Myrie, Brad Lander, Scott Stringer, Jessica Ramos and Zohran Mamdani — all Democrats — aren't on the Council.
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
All the 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.
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Tanked Her Polling, Hurt the MTA and Did Zilch for Democrats
Gridlock Gov. Kathy Hochul saw zero political benefit from nixing congestion pricing's June 30 launch date, according to a new poll.
Analysis: Hochul’s $9 Congestion Toll May Stave Off Trump, But Won’t Reduce Traffic as Much
A $9 could raise enough money for the MTA and save face for Kathy Hochul, but it would not reduce traffic nearly enough.
As Congestion Pricing Passes, Suburban Naysayer on MTA Board Again Abuses His Placard
David Mack hates congestion pricing — but he loves complaining about people who park illegally (even as he parks illegally).
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Prior stories
Thursday’s Headlines: ‘Tisch Gets Wish in Rich Commish Switch’ Edition
We were pleasantly surprised that Mayor Adams chose Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch to give the NYPD a clean sweep. Plus other news.
‘Stars On Cars’ Rating System Will Finally Grade How Safe Vehicles Are For People Their Drivers Hit
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finally changed the nation's consumer safety rating system for new automobiles to accommodate vulnerable road users.
Who is Trump’s Would-Be US DOT Secretary Sean Duffy?
Former Fox News host, congressman, reality TV star and competitive lumberjack Sean Duffy has said he wants to "take an ax" to Washington. Will non-automotive modes get the chop, too?
Council Likely To Weaken Mayor’s ‘City Of Yes’ Pro-Housing Zoning Plan
The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity is up for a vote on Thursday and the City Council has signaled it will roll back the proposal to remove parking mandates citywide.
Central Park Study Calls for Bike Lanes on the Transverses
"It would play a huge role in taking pressure off the park itself if you can accommodate people who just need to go across," said one activist.
Council Seeks to Charge Property Owners For Curbside Garbage Containers
The city would install and maintain the bins — for a yearly fee.
Investigations
Analysis: NYPD’s ‘Precision Policing’ of ‘Jaywalking’ Doesn’t Add Up
Jaywalking enforcement does not track with road violence data, as cops claim.
GHOST TAGS: Inside NYC’s Black Market for Temporary License Plates
Read all three parts of Jesse Coburn's award-winning investigation.
The Instacart Loophole: Workers Are Not Covered By Minimum Wage
Recently arrived immigrants from Africa are turning to Instacart with few other options for work.
SPECIAL REPORT: Fake Chaplains, Faithless Scam
"Park like an animal, but kosher," reads a recent ad for chaplaincy training and placards for "graduates." But it's all fake.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Car Brain Edition
Two podcasts revealed again how elected officials believe that the cause of traffic is bike riders, not car drivers. Plus other news.
Allowing Cars on Park Row Would — Wait for It! — Bring More Cars Downtown, DOT Says
Chinatown residents worry the move will undercut efforts to make the area more welcoming for residents and visitors.
Tuesday’s Headlines: Suburban Agonistes Edition
Long Island Newsday has replaced the Times as the target of our outrage.
Toll of History, Part Deux: MTA Board Approves $9 Congestion Pricing Fee
Still, one of the city's most preeminent congestion pricing advocates will be holding his breath until Jan. 5.
Reps. Torres, AOC Join to Oppose Hochul Effort to Widen Cross Bronx Expressway
The Bronx House reps told the governor that her plan to build a pair of hulking, highway-sized roads next to the existing scar is "doubling down on Robert Moses."
Congestion Pricing
Monday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Cometh Edition
Monday is congestion pricing day at the MTA Board. Plus more news.
Friday’s Headlines: Toll Coverage is Really Taxing Edition
Gov. Hochul's restoration of congestion was the big news yesterday — and we have full team coverage. Plus other news.
Congestion Pricing is Back — But Why Did It Ever Go Anywhere in the First Place?
The gridlock governor threw herself a celebratory press conference on Tuesday and tried to explain why this time she really did support the traffic toll.
KOMANOFF: A Positive Lesson for Congestion Pricing Came Last Week from Washington State
New York's Gov. Kathy Hochul should heed the message sent by Washington State voters, who supported a carbon tax measure that they once voted down.
