New York City’s MTA to Begin Releasing New Tolling Revenue in February
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority in February will begin releasing monthly revenue collection figures from New York City’s new congestion pricing toll as the transit agency plans to borrow $500 million of short-term debt that the tolling program will ultimately repay.
New York City just introduced congestion pricing. Why some experts say it could work here
TransLink is facing a $600 million operating deficit by 2026. Previous reports suggest mobility pricing could generate up to $1.6 billion for the transit agency.
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Head of New York transit union resigns following charges of sexual misconduct
The president of New York City’s chapter of the Transport Workers Union has resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct, the union announced. In a statement on its website, TWU Local 100 said that Richard Davis cited health reasons for his resignation,
Transportation: Here's what Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes in her budget for MTA, roads
Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed budget includes about $6.9 billion for state-owned road and bridge construction and repair, $3 billion toward the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s latest capital plan and boosts to the operating budgets of the MTA and other downstate transit agencies.
New York City Bus Crashes Near Bronx Overpass, Dangling Above Roadway
The express commuter bus missed a turn on the route that travels between Manhattan and the Bronx. The driver, the sole occupant of the bus, was not injured.
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The Absolute Worst New York City Subway Station, According To Riders
New York City subway riders largely agree on one thing, and that's which station is the best to avoid if possible. There is a slew of reasons for it.
Is New York City Congestion Pricing Working?
New York's MTA is claiming that, after only one week, the "congestion parking" initiative implemented is "working"
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NYC's First-in-U.S. Congestion Toll Will Reduce Traffic, Add Revenue, City Says
New York City's new Manhattan congestion pricing program is expected to generate $15 billion for the city's public transportation system. Details here.
Front of New York City bus left hanging near a Bronx overpass after accident
No injuries were reported after an accident left a New York City bus hanging precariously over the edge of a stone wall by a Bronx overpass.
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NJ Gov. ‘Flail’ Murphy is Wrong Again on Congestion Pricing — But Now He’s Saying it’s TOO Effective!
Crucially, the authority's board — including members appointed by Murphy — signed off on the new fiscal plan on Dec. 12, nearly a month after New York Gov. Hochul un-paused congestion pricing, indicating that the Jersey leader's supposed concern is no more than a "political stunt," according to one watchdog.
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New York City aims to increase life expectancy by targeting chronic diseases
Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. New York City officials on Tuesday released a comprehensive plan to address chronic and diet-related diseases, which are among city residents’ leading causes of death.
NYC’s congestion pricing means more traffic—and pollution—in the South Bronx, one of the city’s poorest neighborhoods
The city has begun charging drivers to enter a central business district—but not all areas are reaping the benefits.