The latest streets and transportation news from Streetsblog NYC.

Our top story today is from Managing Editor David Meyer, who dug deep into a report from a tech think-tank to find that put a weird, gaslighty gloss on the app delivery companies’ lockout of some workers.

Plus, in today’s headlines, some reporting on the LIRR strike, which continues into this morning’s commute.

MTA Chair Open To New Fare Structure Ahead Of 2027 Fare Hike
MTA Chair Open To New Fare Structure Ahead Of 2027 Fare Hike
By Dave Colon
September 23, 2026
“When you make it easier for people to ride, they’re going to ride,” one advocate said.
DOT Eyes Bike Lane On That Viaduct Around Grand Central Terminal
DOT Eyes Bike Lane On That Viaduct Around Grand Central Terminal
By Kevin Duggan
September 23, 2026
Advocates called it a “no-brainer.”
Opinion: The Toughest Choice Was The Only Choice On The BQE
Opinion: The Toughest Choice Was The Only Choice On The BQE
By Mike Flynn
September 23, 2026
People have lots of opinions about what should happen to the Brooklyn Queens Expressway, but the only opinion that will end up mattering is the one belonging to the Transportation commissioner. So here it is.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Delivery Worker Victory Edition
Wednesday’s Headlines: Delivery Worker Victory Edition
By Gersh Kuntzman
September 23, 2026
DoorDash finally pays the piper (Streetsblog gets action). Plus other news.
A Better Busway Is Coming To Livingston Street In Downtown Brooklyn
A Better Busway Is Coming To Livingston Street In Downtown Brooklyn
By Dave Colon
September 22, 2026
The Mamdani administration will extend the Livingston Street busway west of its current terminal at Smith Street, freeing an existing bus lane from a morass of placard abuse.
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