Winners and losers of New York City’s congestion pricing
The idea of crowd pricing has been around for over 60 years, initially put forward in an article by William Vickrey, a future Nobel laureate from Columbia University. Yet, it hasn’t gained much traction until recently. This past January, New York City took the lead as the first U.S. city to implement such a system. […]
LI pol criticizes MTA’s fare increase as a money grab after pushing commuters onto trains with congestion pricing.
Concerns Over MTA’s Proposed 2026 Fare Hike Lawmakers from Long Island are criticizing the MTA’s proposed fare increase for the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) in 2026, labeling it a blatant attempt to extract more money from commuters. The complaints come in response to rising tolls that have driven drivers to use trains instead. Democrat Laura […]
Improvised e-bike parking area for delivery workers has become a magnet for litter and congestion
East Village Residents Frustrated by E-Bike Overflow Neighbors in East Village are struggling with an influx of e-bikes used by immigrant delivery workers, which they say has turned their street into an unsightly mess. Locals report that the area on 11th Avenue, stretching between First Avenue and Avenue A, has seen a dramatic rise in […]
Congestion pricing is effective in New York, showing that government can achieve significant outcomes.
In a time when effective governance may seem elusive, New York’s congestion pricing initiative stands out as both rare and impactful. It demonstrates that significant changes are still achievable. Discussions about policy in New York often take on an air of importance, with decisions scrutinized nationally, especially in transportation. This becomes even more evident when […]
Vegan restaurants in New York City struggle to stay afloat amid rising expenses and congestion fees.
Challenges for Vegan Restaurants in New York City Vegan restaurant owners in New York City are facing significant struggles amid rising costs and a shrinking customer base largely due to congestion pricing, as reported by Side Dish. Several well-known establishments have closed recently, including Modern Love this month and Vegan Seasoned earlier in the year. […]
AirTrain prices to JFK reduced by 50% to ease summer travel congestion
AirTrain Fare Reduction for Summer Travelers Travelers in and out of New York City will experience a pleasant surprise this summer with reduced fares for the AirTrain service to John F. Kennedy International Airport. In response to expected traffic congestion during the summer months, fares have been cut by 50%, dropping from $8.50 to $4.25. […]
MTA ignores federal fourth deadline to abandon congestion pricing, dismisses Duffy’s threats as empty.
MTA and Federal Transport Secretary Clash Over Tolls The ongoing dispute over congestion pricing has intensified, particularly involving the Metropolitan Transportation Agency (MTA) and Transport Secretary Sean Duffy. Recently, Duffy issued a fourth deadline regarding the halt of the $9 tolls for drivers entering Manhattan. In two letters sent to Duffy, the MTA, along with […]
FAA plans to reduce Newark flights to ease congestion
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is working to cut back on flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport in an effort to minimize delays and manage crowding. On Tuesday, the FAA issued an order limiting the number of arrivals and departures at the airport to 28 per hour until the construction on Runway […]
NJ Rep. Josh Gottheimer urges NY Gov. Kathy Hochul to delay congestion pricing until the NJ Transit strike ends
Calls for Congestion Pricing Freeze Amid NJ Transit Strike New Jersey Representative Josh Gottheimer is urging New York Governor Kathy Hochul to halt the city’s contentious congestion pricing until the NJ Transit strike, which has disrupted many commuters, ends. He voiced this appeal on Friday. “I’m requesting that Governor Hochul freeze the crowds tax for […]
MTA asks judge to stop Trump administration from canceling congestion pricing.
The MTA is urging federal judges to keep a congestion pricing dispute within the courtroom rather than letting it spill into public demonstrations. In an interim injunction submitted late Monday, the MTA argues that state actions could end the program due to threats of “illegal retaliation,” effectively turning lawful actions into unlawful ones to avoid […]