The latest streets and transportation news from Streetsblog NYC.

The big news today is that Mayor Mamdani’s Department of Transportation will finally finish the Ashland Place protected bike lane — stalled for many years because of a backroom deal made by his predecessor — by laying down the protection and paint on the southernmost block.

You can read Kevin Duggan’s exclusive below.

Also in today’s newsletter, Double-Duty Duggan dives deep into Citi Bike’s finances and wonders, as we all so, can Lyft’s price hikes be reined in?

And don’t miss David Meyer’s latest look at the city’s flawed anti-idling program. Can anyone hold polluters accountable? Billy Never Idles, right? Come on.

And there’ll be more news later in the day, as Mayor Mamdani is making a “transportation accouncement” in The Bronx this morning. We’ll be there.

CM Marte: Pedestrianizing Lower Manhattan Is A Fitting Memorial To Sept. 11
CM Marte: Pedestrianizing Lower Manhattan Is A Fitting Memorial To Sept. 11
By Christopher Marte
September 11, 2026
Pedestrianizing FiDi, or making it a “Low-Traffic Neighborhood,” would be a model for the world, says the area’s Council member.
‘Simply Wrong’: Menin, Advocates Blast Mamdani for Scaling Back East River Greenway Uptown
‘Simply Wrong’: Menin, Advocates Blast Mamdani for Scaling Back East River Greenway Uptown
By Kevin Duggan
September 11, 2026
The Council leader is not buying the city’s excuses for paring back the crucial upgrades.
Friday’s Headlines: Days Of Infamy Edition
Friday’s Headlines: Days Of Infamy Edition
By Gersh Kuntzman
September 11, 2026
There is a lot of sadness to go around. Plus the news.
Hochul Pitches IBX Transit-Oriented Housing ‘Dream’
Hochul Pitches IBX Transit-Oriented Housing ‘Dream’
By Dave Colon
September 10, 2026
“This will be the embodiment of the dream to have more transit-oriented development,” the governor said.
Pedestrian Killed, Two Others Maimed By Truck Driver On Deadly Canal Street
Pedestrian Killed, Two Others Maimed By Truck Driver On Deadly Canal Street
By Sam Brule
September 10, 2026
Cops said a “person of interest” was taken into custody.
OPINION: A Brooklyn Dad Reflects on Five Years of Safe Streets Advocacy
OPINION: A Brooklyn Dad Reflects on Five Years of Safe Streets Advocacy
By Chris Roberti
September 10, 2026
Becoming a dad inspired Greenpointer Chris Roberti to push for street changes to make the area around his home and his kids’ school safer, he writes.
‘Back To School’ Means Back To Fear For Teen Cyclists
‘Back To School’ Means Back To Fear For Teen Cyclists
By Ava Jean
September 10, 2026
Public school kids are heading back to school today. Here’s a perspective on road safety from one of them.
Bike Lane On Northern Blvd. Would  Increase Safety Two Times Over: Activists
Bike Lane On Northern Blvd. Would Increase Safety Two Times Over: Activists
By Sam Brule
September 10, 2026
Queens leaders say a bike lane would improve safety on both the six-lane commercial roadway and the parallel Paseo Park.
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