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Parks Dept. to Canal Street: ‘No Trees for You!’
The Parks Department wants to plant more trees — it does! — but so many things are conspiring against the agency on Manhattan's worst street.
What New York Can Learn from European Buses
Or better said, why the DOT and MTA should sweat the small stuff.
Monday’s Headlines: Cars Are Weapons Edition
A driver faces murder charges for allegedly intentionally striking a 16-year-old on Roosevelt Avenue. Plus more news.
SEE IT: Mets Pitcher Sean Manaea Is Just Another Guy On The Subway
As the beloved Amazin's open a crucial homestead, we took a subway ride to Citi Field with a man on whose arm depends everything. The ride, at least, was no big deal for this veteran commuter.
DOT Canal Street Plan Adds Pedestrian Space, Bike Route, But Next Mayor Must Think Bigger
The changes are a good start, but Canal Street deserves a radical transformation.
Friday’s Headlines: In Spite of You Edition
A new report shows NYC DOT can accomplish a lot when the mayor cuts his meddling. Plus more news.
Jay Z-Backed Times Square Casino Shrinks Sidewalks and Bus Lanes to Serve More Cars
New Yorkers aren't only gambling with their future inside the casino: Developer SL Green wants to remove a bus lane and the 19-foot "super sidewalks" installed on Eighth Avenue just three years ago.
The Explainer: Council Seeks to Ban Sale of E-Bikes That Can Go 25MPH
A new city council bill would ban the sale of Class 3 e-bikes, which are only allowed in NYC and can reach speeds of 25 mph.
West Side Community Board Fails to Back Safety Over Parking
Oh, they're fine with safety ... as long as parking comes first. No, seriously, that's what they did.
OPINION: DOT ‘Smart Curbs’ Pilot Deserves a Chance to Succeed
Compromising the project to protect free parking puts the interests of a tiny minority over systemic changes that would benefit everyone, says one activist.
