Stephen Nessen appears in the following:
Possibilities for Changes at the MTA with Governor Hochul
Wednesday, September 01, 2021
Governor Kathy Hochul was on the job just five days before facing her first emergency. A power surge on Sunday caused widespread outages, leaving hundreds of riders stranded.
MTA Blames Failure Sunday Night On Numerous Missteps of Its Own Making
Monday, August 30, 2021
Eight subway lines were shutdown for several hours Sunday night, after a power interruption. Early reports point to a failure at the MTA as the source of the problem.
Gateway Project Lines Up Local Support, Ready for Big Federal Funds Request
Friday, August 27, 2021
Organizers of the Gateway project are ready to submit a major funding request to the federal government. It's the latest step to build a new Hudson rail tunnel.
BQE Lanes Reduced in Downton Brooklyn Goes Into Effect Monday
Thursday, August 26, 2021
New York City officials are warning that starting Monday, drivers should expect more delays than usual on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway.
MTA Reports Fewer Hot Car Complaints This Year
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
As temperatures rise above ground, commuters often expect to step into the cool comforts of an air-conditioned subway. But it's so-called "hot car" season in the city.
Another One of Cuomo Appointees, Linda Lacewell, Resigns
Friday, August 13, 2021
The fallout from Governor Andrew Cuomo’s resignation continues. The head of New York's Department of Financial Services, Linda Lacewell, resigned Friday.
What Cuomo’s Resignation Could Mean for Mass Transit and Infrastructure
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
Governor Cuomo prided himself on building things that would outlast him: bridges, airports, train stations. But he also made it hard for some transit leaders to do their jobs.
Access-A-Ride Users Plead With MTA to Stop Shared Rides
Friday, August 06, 2021
In July the agency resumed trips with multiple passengers in its cars and vans. But riders and activists are raising new concerns over whether that's safe.
City’s Plan For Deteriorating BQE Is to Make It Last for 20 More Years
Wednesday, August 04, 2021
The debate over what to do with the most crumbling part of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway seems to have been settled, for now; the mayor has decided to delay a decision.
MTA Honors Disability Rights Fighter Edith Prentiss With a Plaque
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
The MTA has decided to honor a disability rights advocate who died earlier this year, and was known for clashing with the agency over its lack of accessible subway stations.
Revel to Launch Electric Taxi Fleet in Manhattan After Winning City Approval
Monday, July 26, 2021
The moped share company plans to place 50 Tesla taxis on Manhattan streets by next month.
MTA Mask Force Hits The Subway, Public Radio Reporter Joins In
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Several times a year, the MTA dispatches volunteers give out free masks, which are required in subway stations, on trains and in buses.
MTA Says No Fare Hikes Coming This Year
Monday, July 19, 2021
The MTA says it won't raise fares on subways, buses or the commuter rails this year. The agency hopes this encourages more riders to return.
MTA Looks to Aquire More Properties For Second Avenue Subway Phase Two
Sunday, July 18, 2021
The MTA is moving forward with plans to extend the Second Avenue subway line into East Harlem. This week the agency will ask the board to approve more land acquisitions.
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.
