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Friday’s Headlines: For Whom the Central Business District Tolls
The MTA announced the dates for its congestion-pricing public meetings. Plus, other news on a torpid day.
August 27, 2021
OPINION: Seeing New York Through European Eyes Reveals Our Flaws
In Europe, I used to cycle to most places. I was very surprised by the randomness and dangerousness of New York City’s bike lanes. Do the people who plan and build these lanes use them with their children?
August 23, 2021
Mayor Says (Again) that He’ll Look into NYPD Theft of Public Space (Which He Promised to Do Before)
Mayor de Blasio once again promised on Friday to rein in rogue police precincts that continue to steal public sidewalks and streets in a way that endangers pedestrians, cyclists and drivers — a promise he has made before.
August 20, 2021
SEE IT: TA Video Says You Shouldn’t Have To Be An Olympian Just to Live in NYC
The thrill of victory. The agony of the streets.
August 6, 2021
Fact-Check: E-Bikes Cause Very Few Injuries
No matter how you slice it, the main danger remains car drivers.
August 3, 2021
BREAKING: National ‘Vision Zero’ Resolution Introduced
It's an important first step on a path toward more concrete policy change, advocates say.
July 28, 2021
The Most Dangerous Roads in America for Walkers (Including Canal Street)
July 19, 2021
Congestion Pricing Delay Could Cost New Yorkers 27,654 Years of Their Lives
Our leaders shouldn't treat the delay of congestion pricing as business as usual. We pay a huge price for not collecting the tolls.
July 16, 2021
OPINION: Sorting Out Space for Pedestrians and Cyclists
What the next mayor can do for safety. (Hint: widen sidewalks at the expense of car lanes.)
July 16, 2021
A Round and a Roundy: Abbate is Tilting at Windmills
It doesn't take much for an obscure elected official to get the Bill Roundy treatment — just sue the city for no reason and you are instantly immortalized in caricature forever. So this week, it's Peter Abbate's turn.
July 13, 2021
