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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.
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.
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.
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Friday’s Headlines: Greening Medians Edition
From mean streets to green streets? Yes, thanks to a Council bill.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Thursday’s Headlines: Becoming the Story Edition
In case you missed it, I unwittingly became part of a major community news story this week. Plus other news.
The River Wild: Bikes and Scooters Are Ending Up Six Feet Under in The Bronx
The Bronx River Alliance has pulled 410 scooters and e-bikes out of the river since July 2023. What the hell?!
City Seeks Contractor for School Bus ‘Stop Arm’ Cameras
The enforcement cameras have already rolled out in cities across the state.
Tow Truck Stealing Scofflaw Still Not Caught By NYPD
Streetsblog ran the plates, the scofflaw has 13 school zone speed camera violations!
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.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Will ‘Jaywalking’ Still Be Illegal Edition
We thought the City Council was planning to order cops to holster that summons book, but now it's unclear. Plus other news.
Chaotic Rockaways Intersection to Get Bike and Pedestrian Upgrades in 2027
The seven-way junction is a nightmare for pedestrians and cyclists.
Wow, The Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Is Really Happening
DOT will begin installing the long-awaited protected bike lane in Bedford-Stuyvesant in the next few weeks, officials said.
Walk this Way: Feds Finally Want Car Safety Standards to Apply to People Outside the Vehicle
In the midst of a two-decade rise, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed new rules to "reduce fatalities among pedestrians."
Tuesday’s Headlines: The Mayor is Sick Edition
Mayor Adams came down with Covid just in time to cancel his "town hall" meeting on the Underhill Avenue bike boulevard. Plus other news.
Congestion Pricing
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.
They Want YOU: Massive Protest for Subway Elevators on Sept. 8
Advocates will canvass the city on Sept. 8 to call attention to the subway accessibility impacts of Gov. Hochul's decision to nix congestion pricing.
