David Meyer

David was Streetsblog’s do-it-all New York City beat reporter from 2015 to 2019. He returned as an editor in 2023 after a three-year stint at the New York Post.
IT’S WORKING: Initial Data Show Congestion Pricing Has Stemmed The Tide of Years of Increasing Traffic
Travel times are down an average of 34 percent across the eight bridges and tunnels into the Central Business District, which saw a 7.5-percent drop in overall traffic, according to MTA figures.
Monday’s Headlines: Sore Losers Edition
The New York Post continues to lie about congestion pricing, which early evidence shows is doing what it's supposed to do. Plus more news.
Janno Lieber Slams GOP Rep. Lawler’s Anti-MTA ‘Grievance’ Politics, Potty Talk in Opposing Congestion Pricing
"Like many things, it’s hard to do good policy sometimes when you’re surrounded by grievance politics," Lieber said, responding to a congressman who said he needs "an enema."
Monday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Hysteria Edition
It's congestion pricing Day 2 in New York City. Here's a round-up of the coverage (and commentary) of Day 1.
Monday’s Headlines: One Last Fundraising Pitch Edition
One last pitch for some donations, plus other news.
Lyft Hikes Citi Bike Fees For Third Time Since Start of 2024
Lyft's annual Christmas coal came just in time for the new year — another Citi Bike price increase.
Monday’s Headlines: Meeting Across The River Edition
Garden State transit advocates implored New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy to do the right thing. Plus more news.
Thursday’s Headlines: Snow and Tell Edition
The Sanitation Department is even better prepared for winter. Plus other news.
Monday’s Headlines: Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey Hey Edition
The chief opponent of biking, walking and taking public transit in Mayor Adams's inner circle stepped down on Sunday. Plus more news.
Friday’s Headlines: Yes, We’re Still Talking About Congestion Pricing Edition
Our New Year's resolution: Do whatever we can to make sure congestion pricing is implemented on Jan. 5. Plus more news.









