New York maintains congestion pricing despite federal threats; legal battle ensues as MTA defends the tolls as lawful and effective in reducing traffic.

NYC focuses on urban renewal with 13 new projects under economic programs, including a $9.7 million investment in Long Island City and a $4.5 million boost for Hudson Square.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams plans to invest $400 million to transform Fifth Avenue into a pedestrian-focused boulevard, redesigning the street and updating underground infrastructure.

NTSB investigates the fatal collision of Mexican navy vessel Cuauhtémoc with the Brooklyn Bridge, interviewing crew and pilots, with repairs planned at Brooklyn Navy Yard. Two cadets died and the crash highlighted the bridge's clearance issues.

Delta Airlines is resuming its daily nonstop flights from New York-JFK to Tel Aviv on May 20 with an Airbus A330-900neo, after a temporary halt due to Middle East tensions.

The Brooklyn Bridge remains structurally sound after a collision with the Mexican Navy's tall ship, which resulted in two deaths and 22 injuries. The NTSB is investigating the crash's causes, which occurred over a 10-minute period.

Governor Kathy Hochul and the MTA announced the return of A and S train services to the Rockaway Peninsula, following improvements to weather resilience and infrastructure.

The Queensboro Bridge now has a new pedestrian walkway, allowing for a separate space from cyclists, in New York City's effort to promote safety and non-vehicle transit.

A deal between NJ Transit and BLET ends a four-day rail strike in New Jersey, with service resuming for over 100,000 riders. The agreement, pending a member vote, addresses wage disputes without raising fares.

NYPD enhances security for the Israel Day Parade, with metal detectors and no Central Park access to the route, amidst heightened emotions and ongoing conflict tensions.

An NJ Transit strike in New Jersey has caused commuters to use costly alternatives like Amtrak, impacting over 100,000 riders and local businesses, and causing broader economic concerns.

A dramatic scene unfolded on the East River when a Mexican Navy training vessel lost power and slammed into the Brooklyn Bridge, sending its towering masts crashing down. The ship's 277 passengers, mostly naval cadets, faced a terrifying moment as the "Ambassador and Knight of the Seas" transformed from a majestic sailing vessel into a damaged casualty of New York's famous waterway.

LIRR officials express concern over Amtrak's planned East River Tunnel shutdown for repairs related to Superstorm Sandy damage, fearing significant impacts on commuter service and seeking alternatives to minimize disruption.