Wednesday’s Headlines: So Many Things to Count Edition
There are a wealth of new ways to count successes and failures in New York City. Plus other news.
April 16, 2025
Voters to Pols: Don’t Forget Street Safety (Um, But How Do You Define It?)
More than three-quarters of city voters think pedestrian safety is a serious issue, a reminder that if candidates for mayor neglect this vital livable streets issue, they do so at their own peril.
April 15, 2025
Tuesday’s Headlines: Clean that Plate Edition
On the eve of new city rules about covered or defaced plates, the king of Criminal Mischief offers a public service announcement.
April 15, 2025
Activists Walk the Queensboro Bridge to Demand More Space for Pedestrians, But Lane Reverts to Cars Anyway
Safety issues were supposed to be rectified by the Department of Transportation until Mayor Adams stepped in.
April 12, 2025
Friday Video: The Only Congestion Pricing Explainer You Need (Except Ours)
We've covered congestion pricing better than anyone, but we were pleased to see our Climate Town friend Rollie Williams jump on board. It's must-see TV.
April 11, 2025
Friday’s Headlines: The Times Loves Sprawl Edition
Look, we're critical of the Times, but the paper reached a new low in its call for more sprawl. Plus other news.
April 11, 2025
Thursday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing in the Court Edition
The big news yesterday was the latest court discussion over congestion pricing. As all the outlets reported — NY Post, Streetsblog, NYDN — it's pretty clear that the feds really do think New York must end congestion pricing on April 20. Meanwhile, the MTA is saying, "Yeah, you and what army?"
April 10, 2025
Tuesday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing is Working (Again!) Edition
The real "shithole" was New York City's streets ... until congestion pricing showed up. Plus other news.
April 8, 2025
Monday’s Headlines: Duffy’s Fact-Grinding Tour Edition
One last look back at Sean Duffy's two-stop ride on the subway. Plus other news.
April 7, 2025
Friday’s Headlines: It’s the ‘Shithole’ Super Bowl
We hear that U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy will be riding the subway today. Plus other news.
April 4, 2025