Op-Ed: Council E-Bike Registration Bill Is Impossible to Enforce, Unnecessary … and Won’t Even Work
It sounds common-sense: register electric bikes just like cars. But there are so many flaws to this Council bill. Let us set you straight.
‘Not Fleshed Out’: Paladino’s E-Bike Ban Falls Flat at Manhattan Civic Panel
A Queens Republican's latest bid to squelch e-bike use fails at Community Board 2.
‘Trojan Horse’: E-Bike Licensing Bill Would Fuel Anti-Immigrant Policing
Council members fail to address the e-bike registration bill's potential harmful outcomes.
Today's Headlines
Tuesday’s Headlines: BQE Lies Edition
An anti-congestion pricing group says traffic on the BQE has increased — though the city says the opposite. Plus other news.
The Year-End Appeal: Why We Ask for Help
Every year at this time, we take stock of our achievements over the previous 12 months ... and kindly beg for contributions. Thanks.
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
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The news hole
How Trump’s Mass Deportation Plans Could Make U.S. Roads More Dangerous
President-elect Trump's promise to deport one million people per year will make America's streets less safe.
Cycle of Rage: Here’s Why Your Dead Christmas Tree Should Be in the Road, Not on the Sidewalk
The opposite of a heartwarming holiday story? It's the story of Barbara Hutson, who suffered two broken arms after she tripped on some Christmas trees that should have been in the road.
City Eyes More Tour Flights From Downtown Heliport With Electric Aircraft
The city isn't stopping the chop anytime soon.
KOMANOFF: Here’s How We’ll Know That Congestion Pricing Is Working
As Jan. 5 approaches, it's time to evolve from advocating congestion pricing to benchmarking it. Komanoff has some metrics.
Monday’s Headlines: Ben Furnas Edition
Ben Furnas has been announced as the new executive director of Transportation Alternatives. Plus more news.
Walkable This Way: How Fashionista Derek Guy Became One of the Nation’s Best-Known Urbanists
The menswear icon has used his vast social media platform to wade into another culture war by promoting walkable neighborhoods over the alienating lifestyle of suburban sprawl.
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.
Daylight Again! Council Seeks Universal Parking Ban At Intersections
The city will also have to physically protect 1,000 corners from parking each year.
Friday Video: Wider Bike Lanes on Second Avenue
The Department of Transportation has made some excellent improvements on the long-dangerous roadway. Check them out.
Friday’s Headlines: City of ‘Yes, But’ Edition
The City Council passed Mayor Adams's "City of Yes for Housing" plan by a vote of 31 to 20 on Thursday. Plus more news.
Adams Considering Letting Midtown Business Group Issue Parking Tickets So NYPD Can Tackle ‘More Serious Issues’
The Department of Finance retracted its proposal to allow the 34th Street Partnership to be the first business improvement district empowered to enforce city parking rules after we started asking about it.
Congestion Pricing
Crossing the T’s: State Finally Signs Federal Agreement To Start Congestion Pricing
She can't back out this time — though there still are some court hurdles to leap.
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.
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).
Monday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Cometh Edition
Monday is congestion pricing day at the MTA Board. Plus more news.
