NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the bike lane bump at the Williamsburg Bridge, smoothing out the hazard and receiving praise from cyclists. The action precedes a planned $70 million Delancey Street redesign set for completion in 2027.

New York City's discontinued MetroCards have become collectibles, with prices on online marketplaces like eBay ranging from $6 to $5,000, reflecting the high demand for these nostalgic items.

The report highlights the success of Manhattan's congestion pricing, noting a decrease in vehicles, improved bus speeds, reduced air pollution, increased revenue, and growing public transit use after one year.

NYC subway fares increased to $3.00 in response to MTA's routine adjustments for inflation and costs despite some commuter dissatisfaction and ongoing issues like fare evasion and rat infestations.

NYC's congestion pricing tolls are improving public transport speeds, reducing traffic, and are increasingly accepted by residents. Traffic injuries and honking complaints are down, while pedestrian traffic is up.

The MetroCard, a staple of NYC’s transit for over 30 years, has been phased out, with the last sale on New Year's Day, as the city transitions to the OMNY tap-to-pay system.

New fare gates at NYC's Broadway-Lafayette station caused delays and evasions, prompting security and effectiveness concerns. The MTA is evaluating the gates amid a broader modernization effort.

Citi Bike prices will rise in 2026, with annual memberships increasing to $239 and overage fees going up to 41 cents per minute, although reduced fare memberships remain $5 monthly. Some users express concerns over costs and bike maintenance.

Delivery and truck workers in NYC manage 2 million packages daily, outpacing the myth of Santa Claus' delivery capabilities. Policies aim to improve their wages and working conditions amid the city's bustling delivery economy.

New fare gates with an automatic sliding mechanism are being introduced by the MTA at NYC subway stations to reduce fare evasion and improve accessibility.

NY Attorney General Letitia James reminds airline passengers of their rights amid federal deregulation and encourages filing complaints with her office for issues like delays and cancellations.

Governor Hochul emphasizes holiday safety in New York with increased law enforcement patrols to combat impaired driving until January 1, 2026, and temporary lane closures suspended to ease travel.

Holiday travel surge sees major hubs busy; AAA forecasts 120 million travelers. Advises best car travel times, notes potential congestion and high flight costs. Air travelers advised to unwrap gifts for TSA, and potential snow could cause delays.