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Mask Compliance Drops on Subway: MTA Survey
Sunday, July 18, 2021
The mask mandate has dropped for many public places in New York, even though it remains in effect on mass transit. But many subway riders don't seem to realize that.
Mayor de Blasio Hopes to Push Congestion Pricing Forward
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Mayor de Blasio is hoping to pressure the MTA to move forward with its congestion pricing program.
Gateway Project Waits for New York State to Fully Commit, As Delays Mount Again
Monday, July 12, 2021
Officials say the aging Hudson River Tunnels are causing delays again. But it's still unclear how committed New York State is to funding its share of the Gateway Project.
What Happened to the Subways During Thursday's Deluge
Friday, July 09, 2021
Subway stations saw rain cascading down steps, water shoot up through manhole covers, and one woman wading through waist-high water to catch a subway during Thursday's storm.
Advocates Call for Public Hearings Before Approving MTA Leadership Changes
Wednesday, July 07, 2021
By the end of the month, the Chairman of the MTA is leaving, but it still isn’t clear who will replace him. Now, advocates are calling for a public hearing to discuss the issue.
Gateway Project Gets Back on Track
Tuesday, July 06, 2021
WNYC transportation reporter Stephen Nessen on the second pair of rail tunnels proposed for under the Hudson River.
First Chance for Public to Weigh in on New Bus Terminal Plans is This Week
Thursday, June 17, 2021
For the first time, the public will have a chance to weigh in on the latest plans for a new Port Authority bus terminal in midtown.
MTA Has Been in a ‘State of Emergency’ For Four Years
Thursday, June 17, 2021
This month marks the fourth year that the MTA has been in a so-called state of emergency. Government watchdogs say it's time for Governor Cuomo to rescind it.
City's Fair Fares Program May Fall Short of Funds This Year
Friday, June 11, 2021
The city’s discount transit ticket program, Fair Fares, is getting a boost in this year’s budget. But it may not be enough to meet the new demand.
Revel Hopes of Launching Tesla Taxis on NYC Streets Look Dim
Monday, June 07, 2021
The company that operates the blue moped sharing program in the city wants to get into the app-based taxi business with electric vehicles. But the city doesn't seem to want them.
Revel Claims City Is Blocking Its Push to Put Tesla Taxis on Streets
Monday, June 07, 2021
As COVID restrictions continue to lift and the demand for taxis is increasing, Revel is hoping to break into the e-hail taxi market.
MTA Reports Cyber Attack, But No Disruptions or Data Lost
Wednesday, June 02, 2021
The MTA says it was among several organizations hacked on April 20. The intrusion, which reportedly has links to China, was first covered by the New York Times, and caused no damage.
Gateway Project Clears Major Federal Hurdle, Only to Face Blowback from Cuomo
Friday, May 28, 2021
The Biden Administration lifts a Trump roadblock. But now the governor is causing problems.
Construction Complete on East Side Access Project, Opening to the Public in 2022
Thursday, May 27, 2021
Governor Cuomo and the MTA say major construction is completed on the 15-year long, $11 billion project known as East Side Access.
Critics Claim MTA’s Survey, Used to Justify More Police, Overplayed Riders’ Fears
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
The MTA has been arguing more police are needed in the subway based on a survey of riders' concerns. But critics are questioning those findings.
Latest MTA Reports Show It's Hiring More MTA Police Again
Sunday, May 23, 2021
The MTA has been asking the city to increase the number of NYPD officers that patrol the subways amid a spike in assaults underground. The city has, but says the MTA should too.
F*&% Robert Moses. Let’s Start Over
Monday, May 17, 2021
We’re finally back in the streets -- but are we ready to reimagine how we share public space? This week, a trip through the century-long fight between cars, bikes, and people.
MTA Intensifies Call for More Police in Subways
Friday, May 14, 2021
After passengers were attackers early Friday morning on the Lexington Ave subway line in Manhattan, the MTA named certain mayoral candidates it said would add more police underground.
City Agrees to Add Volunteer Officers to Subway After MTA Pleads for Help
Friday, May 07, 2021
The NYPD has agreed to send auxiliary police officers to patrol the subways. This comes after months of acrimony between the MTA and the city over crime underground.
Transit Workers Have Lowest Vaccination Rates at MTA
Thursday, May 06, 2021
Transit workers were among the first group of essential workers eligible for the COVID vaccine in January. But they've also had the lowest vaccination rate at the MTA.
