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How Will Mamdani Govern? His Earlier MTA Advocacy Gives Some Hints
Mamdani spent his initial years as a state assemblyman cultivating relationships in and around the MTA while crafting his vision for "fast and free buses."
July 2, 2025
Wednesday’s Headlines: Return of Summer Streets Edition
Summer Streets is back and bigger than ever. Plus more news.
July 2, 2025
Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030
Stating a clear fact that scores of state legislators reject, Hochul said, "Speed cameras save lives and keep New Yorkers safe."
June 30, 2025
HEAR IT! Staten Island Pol Loves to Speed — Then Shrugs Off His Recklessness
Council Member David Carr has 12 speed-camera tickets, one red light ticket and one bus lane infraction since Feb. 2, 2023. But does he care? No.
June 26, 2025
Here’s What Mamdani Can Steal From Other Candidates To Strengthen His Livable Streets Platform
Zohran Mamdani bested Andrew Cuomo for the Democratic nomination, but he can still glean ideas from other candidates to strengthen his appeal.
June 26, 2025
Cuomo’s Car Speaks: ‘This Is All My Fault’
"I told him, 'Just leave me in the garage,' but you know Andrew — he just wouldn't listen. And then we lost."
June 25, 2025
Opinion: ‘Community,’ Opportunism and the Bedford Ave. Bike Lane
Mayor Adams plays the most dangerous game — trying to appease one part of a "community" while another is put in jeopardy.
June 24, 2025
BREAKING: Judge Halts Mayor’s Plan to Tear Out Bedford Av. Bike Lane
And now the city will have to persuade a judge that officials weren't acting "arbitrarily, capriciously, and illegally" in ordering the hasty removal.
June 18, 2025
Albany Reauthorizes City Speed Camera Program for 5 More Years
It's one of few victories for the street safety movement this session: speed cameras remain in place.
June 18, 2025
Wednesday’s Headlines: Full Court Press Edition
What a day: Brad Lander — arrested by ICE! Safe streets advocates sue the city! A Manhattan judge throws out a lame suburban congestion pricing lawsuit. And there's more.
June 18, 2025
