Dave Colon

Dave Colon is a reporter from Long Beach, a barrier island off of the coast of Long Island that you can bike to from the city. It’s a real nice ride. He’s previously been the editor of Brokelyn, a reporter at Gothamist, a freelance reporter and delivered freshly baked bread by bike.

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Buses

In Bid To Speed Buses, Mamdani Hopes To Go Where No Mayor Has Gone Before

Let's offer the new mayor a primer on what he's getting into!

Dave Colon

July 9, 2026

Bus Speed

The Mamdani-Hochul Bus Plan: Priority Corridors, Bus Rapid Transit, Lane Enforcement And, Finally, All-Door Boarding

After two very disappointing mayoralties, transit users are asking, "Are we finally getting our long-promised Bus Mayor?" The answer? Time will tell.

Dave Colon

July 8, 2026

DOT

Report: Congestion Pricing Had No Impact on Parking Availability

The largest parking study in DOT history found congestion pricing had little-to-no impact on parking availability in New York City — both inside and outside the toll zone.

Dave Colon

July 6, 2026

Transit Fares

Mamdani and City Council Agree to Expand ‘Fair Fares’ Half-Priced Transit Program

Mayor Mamdani and the City Council will expand the city's half-priced transit fare program — but eligible New Yorkers will still need to apply for the subsidy on their own.

Dave Colon

June 30, 2026

Penn Station

The Explainer: Why The Penn Station Project Is Getting All Messed Up, Again

After last week's Byford-Lieber letter exchange, it's hard to keep all these trains of thought on the right track. Fortunately for you, The Explainer is back.

Dave Colon

June 29, 2026