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KOMANOFF: With Cuomo Sidelined, the MTA Must Get Congestion Pricing Done
Leaving NYC’s congestion-pricing program to wander and die in Albany's dysfunction over Gov. Cuomo is not acceptable.
August 4, 2021
SEE IT: 500 People Enjoying the 34th Avenue Open Street in Just 30 Minutes
It only takes a few seconds to see what Jackson Heights will lose if the Department of Transportation fails to protect what it calls its "gold standard" open street. Watch Clarence Eckerson's new film now.
August 4, 2021
OPINION: Build the Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path Now!
The DOT should not allow dangerous conditions for walkers and bikers to fester until the end of 2022. But it will — so as not to inconvenience motorists.
August 4, 2021
Tuesday’s Headlines: History is Bunk Edition
Our big scoop yesterday didn't go the way it was supposed to. Plus other news.
August 3, 2021
Fact-Check: E-Bikes Cause Very Few Injuries
No matter how you slice it, the main danger remains car drivers.
August 3, 2021
EXCLUSIVE: City Cleanup Corps to Take Over Running Fort Greene Open Streets — Others to Follow?
"It's terrific," said one volunteer coordinator along Willoughby Avenue, South Portland Avenue and Hall Place — three extremely popular open streets primarily because of the work of the volunteers to keep cars off the roadway.
August 2, 2021
What Will They Do? Incoming Brooklyn Council Members Speak!
After the dust has settled on the primary elections for next year's City Council, we began reaching out to the presumptive new lawmakers from dozens of districts that will get new leadership on Jan. 1, 2022 to see what transportation priority the incoming Council Member has at the top of his or her list. Today, we focus on Brooklyn.
July 29, 2021
Thursday’s Headlines: NYC’s Hot Vax Summer Vibes Are Off Edition
Public employees evade the vaccine. Plus other news.
July 29, 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
Wednesday’s Headlines: ‘Carpocalypse Now’ Edition
The carpocalypse has arrived — but where is the mayor? Plus, other news.
July 28, 2021
