NYC City Council is voting on a ban of "non-essential" helicopter flights following a fatal crash, amid debates on noise and safety versus economic benefits.

NYC's Department of Transportation created "microhubs" on the Upper West Side to streamline deliveries and reduce vehicle pollution, with plans for more hubs citywide to manage a forecasted surge in goods movement.

NY got a 30-day extension on its congestion pricing program, which charges vehicles entering Manhattan, despite federal criticism and threats to withdraw funding.

NYC Council examines parking policies to enhance safety and lessen motorist burdens; considers daylighting, elimination of late fees for parking violations, and commercial vehicle overnight parking areas.

Governor Kathy Hochul initiates a $16.6 million road improvement project across Long Island, affecting 55 lane miles to reduce congestion and enhance safety.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces an additional $30 million in incentives for electric vehicle adoption in New York through the Drive Clean Rebate and Charge Ready NY 2.0 programs.

Former Downtown Manhattan Heliport operator, William Wachtel, proposes converting the heliport into a park post a fatal crash. Lawmakers consider restrictions on non-essential flights for public safety.

Governor Hochul and MTA announced service enhancements for 16 local bus routes in NYC's outer boroughs set for summer 2025, aiming to improve travel times and encourage mass transit use.

New York State invests over $175 million in local water infrastructure, as announced by Governor Kathy Hochul, to support public health and job creation.

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured a $2.5 million settlement against Big Bus Tours and Twin America for anticompetitive practices in the city's bus tour market.

Amtrak and NJ Transit commit $12 million to upgrade Penn Station infrastructure, addressing past disruptions and preparing for summer heat-related issues, despite potential new disruptions and concerns over federal funding.

Governor Kathy Hochul and Mount Vernon City officials celebrated three years of progress in the city’s $150 million water infrastructure project, marking significant advancements in environmental equity.

The NTSB report on a tragic July 2023 fire on the cargo ship Grande Costa D'Avorio revealed failures in vehicle operations, ship design, and firefighter training that led to two fatalities.