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‘Gridlock’ Gov’s Congestion Pricing Retreat May Trigger Pro-Toll Lawsuits
Hochul's congestion pricing betrayal might end up in court.
Opinion: Congestion Pricing Is A Compromise
Alternatives paths to cut congestion and pollution and fund the MTA make congestion tolls look like a cheap parlor trick.
Monday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Cometh Edition
Monday is congestion pricing day at the MTA Board. Plus more news.
Special Saturday Headlines: Congestion Pricing is ON!
We honestly thought it would be a quick hearing, but Judge Leo Gordon took his time ... but got it right. Here's how everyone covered it.
Friday’s Headlines: Taking Its Toll Edition
Congestion pricing still dominated the news cycle as confusion reigned.
Thursday’s Headlines: ‘You’re Soaking In It’ Edition
Haters gonna hate ... and drivers gonna love congestion pricing. Plus other news.
DENIED: Hochul Fails in Bid to Toss Pro-Congestion Pricing Suits Out of Court
A State Supreme Court judge will give congestion pricing supporters a real day in court!
Brian Ketcham, Automotive Engineer Who Subverted Car Culture, 85
New York has lost a giant: A fighter against pollution, for justice and for congestion pricing.
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.
A Congestion Pricing Victory Lap for Paul Krugman
It's too bad Paul Krugman has retired at the Times because he deserves to celebrate the start of congestion pricing on Jan. 5.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Trump Trumps Congestion Pricing Edition
The 2024 presidential election could determine the fate of congestion pricing. Plus more news.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Hochul Agonistes Edition
The Times offers a psychological insight into Gov. Hochul's congestion pricing "pause." Plus other news.
Wednesday’s Headlines: RIP Congestion Pricing Edition
Well, it's pretty obvious that Gov. Hochul's so-called "pause" of congestion pricing is going to be fatal. Plus other 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."
Queensboro Bridge Pedestrians and Cyclists Still Crunched for Space Despite Congestion Pricing Launch
A rundown of the key street design changes Mayor Adams must make to take advantage of congestion pricing.
Swiss Miss: MTA Claims Neutrality in Pro-Congestion Pricing Lawsuits
The MTA is sitting out the latest lawsuits aimed at restoring congestion pricing, according to an agency court filing.
Tuesday’s Headlines: More Congestion Pricing Lies Edition
The Chicken Littles and plutocratic populists at the New York Post continued their flood-the-zone assault on congestion pricing. Plus other news.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Welcome to the Panderdome
State lawmakers are already trying to chip away at the already-promising congestion pricing program. Plus other news.
Tuesday’s Headlines: A Great Day for Congestion Pricing Just as 2024 Ends
Congestion pricing is saved! And by a Jersey judge, no less! Plus other news as we enter the last day of the year.
Toll of History, Part Deux: MTA Board Approves $9 Congestion Pricing Fee
Still, one of the city's most preeminent congestion pricing advocates will be holding his breath until Jan. 5.
Tuesday’s Headline: Six-Figure Ad Buy Edition
Congestion pricing supporters call Gov. Hochul out with a six-figure ad buy. Plus more news.
Tuesday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Optics Edition
The big story yesterday was toll exemptions for city workers. The big story today is how bad it looks. Plus other news.
Two Assembly Pols: Congestion Pricing is Good Policy — Democrats Should Embrace It
Let’s be clear: the Governor’s announcement to “indefinitely delay implementation” is effectively a cancellation of congestion pricing.
The Explainer: What’s Next for Congestion Pricing?
Let's run through the major issues still looming over New York City's first-in-the-nation congestion toll.
11th Bike Rider of the Year Killed on Congested 11th Ave.
It's a congested area that won't see any traffic relief due to Gov. Hochul's abandonment of congestion pricing.
KOMANOFF: Here’s How We’ll Know That Congestion Pricing Is Working
As Jan. 5 approaches, it's time to evolve from advocating congestion pricing to benchmarking it. Komanoff has some metrics.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Trump Posts About Congestion Pricing Edition
Donald Trump comments on congestion pricing — no surprise, he's against it. Plus more news.
Truth Over Fiction on Congestion Pricing: Episode I
Funding transit without a robust congestion toll will leave congestion pretty much as is ― New York will remain the globe’s most gridlocked city. Here's why.
Gotcha-Heimer! Anti-Congestion Pricing Jersey Rep. With a City Speeding Ticket Drove to Manhattan on Wednesday
New Jersey's most vociferous opponent of congestion pricing parked illegally and once got a speeding ticket.
Hey, Staten Island Drivers, Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Screws You, Too
If you think drivers benefit from the congestion pricing pause, Gov. Hochul has a bridge to sell you.
Hey, Gov. Hochul, Here’s How Congestion Pricing Would Have Remade Manhattan
Just in time for Sunday night's failed launch of congestion pricing, check out this Streetfilms video from Stockholm.
Friday’s Headlines: A Congestion Alert Day
Like everyone else, we covered congestion pricing. Plus other news.
National Green Groups Condemn Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’
Had New York engaged congestion pricing, the state would have "played a nation-leading role." Alas.
Hochul’s Bid to Stop Congestion Pricing Might Be Illegal
But she may be off the hook because the feds have still not undertaken what would have been the final bureaucratic step.
Komanoff: For Congestion Pricing, I’ll Eat Crow
Our congestion pricing columnist backed an opponent to his Assembly member in 2022 — but now he's making a heartfelt plea for her to do the right thing.
Monday’s Headlines: Far From the Madding Crowd Edition
Gov. Hochul skipped an event on Sunday because she was going to be heckled by congestion pricing supporters. Plus other news.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Flushed Away Edition
Literally every reporter at Streetsblog handed in their resignation letter at just before midnight. Plus other news.
They Want YOU: Massive Protest for Subway Elevators on Sept. 8
Advocates will canvass the city on Sept. 8 to call attention to the subway accessibility impacts of Gov. Hochul's decision to nix congestion pricing.
Congestion Pricing Advocates Demand Answers As Hochul Betrays Them … And Herself
Hundreds of protesters rushed to Gov. Hochul's Midtown office on Wednesday to protest the governor's decision to abandon congestion pricing.
Spin Zone: Fact-Checking Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Video
Hochul's logic for abandoning congestion pricing was dubious, and her commitment to her stated gridlock and climate goals are in the dustbin.
Wider Crosstown Bike Lanes Coming on 2 Midtown Strips
It's the latest effort to take advantage of the predicted reduction in vehicle traffic from congestion pricing and increase cycling.
Monday’s Headlines: More Weird Coverage from the Times Edition
Another day, another chance to point out flaws in the Times's coverage of congestion pricing. Plus other news.
Opinion: Let’s Keep the Focus on the ‘Congestion’ Part of Congestion Pricing
Congestion is universally hated, yet it keeps rising because city officials refuse to pursue strategies to disincentivize car ownership.
Capital Idea: MTA Spending Pours Cash into Every District in the State, Report Says
The Money For Congestion Pricing ‘Carrots’ Is Finally Here
State legislators have $46 million to spend on transportation and transit projects outside of Manhattan, so they'd better get to it.
KOMANOFF: Hochul Must Remember the Facts of Congestion Pricing’s Benefits
Gov. Hochul should stay the course and usher in the bright and brand-new day that congestion pricing promises.
Letter from Sweden: Congestion Pricing is Going to Be Great … With a Few Bumps
Swedes, even drivers, were stunned to hear that a majority of New York-area residents oppose congestion pricing.
Thursday’s Headlines: ‘We’ll See You in Court, Gov.’ Edition
Today's the day that City Comptroller Brad Lander and his team of legal eagles will start the fight to save congestion pricing!
Tuesday’s Headlines: BQE Lies Edition
An anti-congestion pricing group says traffic on the BQE has increased — though the city says the opposite. Plus other news.
NO URGENCY: With the Clock Ticking, Hochul Twiddles Thumbs on Congestion Pricing
Gov. Hochul is showing no urgency to "un-pause" congestion pricing before Donald Trump takes charge of the federal government.
Congestion Pricing Dream Lives On After Two Judges Rule in MTA’s Favor
New York won two major victories in court on Monday after federal judges declined to put the skids on congestion pricing's Jan. 5 launch — and hinted that they don't think the lawsuits to stop the program will succeed.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Fact-Free Editorial Board Edition
The Post glazes over congestion pricing's proven benefits to gin up outrage. Plus more news.
Monday’s Headlines: Kathy’s Congestion Cover-Up Edition
It was yet another big weekend for congestion pricing news, and Gov. Hochul continued to look awful. Plus other news.
Teachers Union Prez: You Can’t Expect My Members To Ride The Train Or Bus!
Teachers don't like using transit, and have been enabled to feel that way thanks to the parking placards they were gifted in the de Blasio era.
Friday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Punching Bag Edition
It's open season on congestion pricing for New York City news editors. Plus more news.
Opinion: Here’s How to Get Congestion Pricing Right
Why focus on the vegetables when dessert is on the table?
DOT Proposes Bus Lanes To Speed Up Crosstown Transit In Upper Manhattan
Bus lanes are coming to 96th Street as part of a handful of last minute transit and streetscape changes for congestion pricing.
Thursday’s Headlines: Wait to Hurry Up Edition
Gov. Hochul turned herself into a pretzel over congestion pricing — now she is rushing to get it in place before President Trump is sworn in. Plus other news.
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Will Cost Area Companies Billions
A new analysis shows what districts will suffer the most from the loss of $12 billion in capital funding.
Disabled NYer’s are Victims of Gov. Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Pause
So many New Yorkers can’t use the closest subway station to their homes because they don't have an elevator. And Gov. Hochul just halted funding for 23 new lifts.
MTA Can’t Borrow Its Way Out Of Hochul’s Capital Plan Gaps: Comptroller
Forcing the MTA to fill its congestion pricing hole with borrowed money could mean a 16-percent fare hike down the line.
Thursday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing Will Be $15 Edition
The proposed congestion pricing toll is $15 for cars entering Manhattan below 60th Street, the TMRB said on Wednesday. Plus more news.
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Tanked Her Polling, Hurt the MTA and Did Zilch for Democrats
Gridlock Gov. Kathy Hochul saw zero political benefit from nixing congestion pricing's June 30 launch date, according to a new poll.
OPINION: Any Money Hochul Finds to ‘Replace’ Congestion Pricing Should Fund Fares and Frequency
The governor's congestion pricing gambit put potential infusions into MTA operations to fund things like fare subsidies and service on the back burner.
Cycle of Rage: To Hochul, Saving Lives is Important, But Not if It’s Too Expensive to Suburban Drivers
Friday’s Headlines: Criminal Mischief in the News Edition
More on defaced license plates, congestion pricing and, yes, some more snow in today's media digest.
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.
Biden Administration to Let Hochul Dictate Congestion Pricing Next Steps, FHWA Says
President Biden may be providing legal cover for Gov. Hochul to avoid a lawsuit over her decision to scrub congestion pricing.
Komanoff: What Was Left Unsaid to Congestion Pricing Opponents
Politicians can be diplomatic, but subject matter experts have a responsibility to say the quiet part out loud. Charles Komanoff learned that last Thursday at the latest congestion pricing gripefest.
Federal Judge Sets Aside a Key Congestion Pricing Lawsuit
Gov. Hochul's rationale for killing congestion pricing took another blow on Thursday as a federal judge dismissed one of the major lawsuits against it.
Albany Roundup: Some Victories as Congestion Pricing Drama Dominated
State pols did a good bit better than last year, but there's still plenty of room to grow.
Crossing the T’s: State Finally Signs Federal Agreement To Start Congestion Pricing
She can't back out this time — though there still are some court hurdles to leap.
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.
Thursday’s Headlines: Suit Yourself, Governor Edition
The gridlock governor is on her own in lawsuits seeking to restart congestion pricing. Plus other news.
OUTRAGE: ‘Spineless’ Hochul’s Surrender on Congestion Pricing Feeds the Trolls
By channeling the very rhetoric of the toll's car-centric opponents, the governor has undermined her stated goal of improving the city.
STOP THE MADNESS: There Was Snow Way To Figure Out on Monday If Congestion Pricing ‘Works’
Give it a week, even a month before you start engaging in arguments with strangers about how congestion pricing is playing out. You'll feel better, promise.
MTA Board Members (And Janno Lieber, Too) Still Want Congestion Pricing
MTA board members continue to stake out a position in favor of congestion pricing despite the authority's deference to Gov. Hochul's "indefinite pause."
MTA Drivers: Slowest Bus in Manhattan Is Faster Since Congestion Pricing
"I think ever since congestion pricing, driving in the city has gotten better. I feel it," one bus driver told Streetsblog.
Congestion Pricing Has Begun! Here is the ONLY Explainer You Need
New York City entered the age of congestion pricing at 12:00:01 a.m. on Sunday. Here are the answers to all your questions.
Wednesday’s Headlines: The Toll Tolls for Thee Edition
The MTA Board will approve, at long last, the congestion pricing toll! Plus other news in our daily news digest.
Adams Offers Bare Minimum to Seize Congestion Pricing’s ‘Space Dividend’ Opportunity
The mayor's list of projects supposedly meant to harness congestion pricing's expected reduction in traffic is mostly old news, according to critics.
Stockholm Leader’s Message to NYC: ‘Congestion Pricing Just Works’
"In Stockholm, people really thought that congestion pricing would be the end of the world, the city will come to a standstill, no one would be able to get to work anymore and all the theaters and shops would just go bankrupt. None of that happened."
Hamstrung! Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Screws Over the Next MTA Capital Plan: Report
Gov. Hochul’s congestion pricing pause will eat into the MTA’s execution of its next capital plan and push the start of work on that plan back by years, a new report argues.
Congestion Pricing: City Needs to Get Real With Plate, Placard Frauds
The Police Department boasted nabbing two would-be toll evaders with obscured plates, but more needs to be done.
2024 in Review: The Year Congestion Pricing Almost Finally Happened (Again)
Kathy Hochul blew a $15 billion hole in the MTA's budget. As of publication, there's no guarantee it'll be filled come Jan. 5.
NJ Refusing ‘Generous’ Congestion Pricing Lawsuit $ettlement, Hochul Says
If you believe Gov. Hochul, her New Jersey counterpart is leaving lots of money on the table, which one activist said was just "stubbornness" on his part.
Randy Mastro Aspires to Join Mayor’s Inner Circle of Congestion Pricing Foes
The mayor's reported pick to run the city Law Department is former deputy mayor under Rudy Giuliani and notorious foe of bike lanes and congestion pricing.
MTA Ditches License Plate-Based Congestion Pricing Disability Exemption
Transit official won't grant congestion pricing disability exemptions any car with a disability license plate after all — opting for a case-by-case registration process instead.
Hochul’s Congestion Pricing ‘Pause’ Lets Drivers Off the Hook and Riders Holding the Bag
Hochul's decision not to toll disproportionately wealthy drivers means fare hikes and service cuts for disproportionately working class subway and bus riders.
Judge: Hochul’s Grounds for Congestion Pricing Pause May Not ‘Exist’
The gridlock governor's attempt to do away with the traffic toll may have no legal basis, Judge Arthur Engoron suggested on Monday.
Friday’s Headlines: Fraud in Plain View Edition
Meet another person driving around on public roads yet claiming to be unbound by any of their rules. Plus other news.
Crazy Talk: In New Speech, Hochul Declares Dictatorial Powers, But Also Begs Legislature for Bailout
Hochul again defended her June 5 decision to "pause" the central business district tolls, using misinformation and channeling Louis XIV to do so.
Report: Nothing Besides Congestion Pricing Raises Money, Reduces Traffic and Improves the Air
Central business district tolling remains the only policy idea that can do it all, a new report from the MTA's in-house rider advocacy organization shows.
X-Citement: Union Boss and Streetsblog Columnist Fight Congestion Pricing War in Public
Get some popcorn and watch Charles Komanoff and union boss John Samuelsen battle on Twitter.
Thursday’s Headlines: Lawsuits vs. Subway Improvements Edition
Anti-congestion pricing lawsuits have officially stopped the MTA capital program in its tracks. Plus more news.
Happy New Year from Streetsblog!
We're off today nursing our hangovers from the good news of the immanent commencement of congestion pricing. But we'll see you on Thursday!
‘Irresponsible, Destructive’: Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Harms Working New Yorkers, Ritchie Torres Says
"The delay of congestion pricing is not only bad morals and bad economics, it's bad politics," Torres told Streetsblog.
Hochul Again Says She’ll Fund MTA Without Congestion Pricing — Ignoring the Tolls’ Other Benefits
Gov. Hochul is making lots of noise about funding the MTA — but little about traffic or climate — after she canceled congestion pricing.
Kathy Hochul Is Looting Two MTA Capital Plans At The Same Time
Two MTA capital programs, the current 2020-2024 plan and upcoming 2025-2029 plan, face massive funding gaps thanks to the Gridlock Gov's decision to jettison congestion pricing.
