Bronx Bus Upgrade Plans Shelved, Fordham Road Remains Congested as NYC DOT Withdraws Proposal
NYC scrapped a proposal for a bus-friendly corridor on Fordham Road due to stakeholder pushback, leaving riders with ongoing congestion issues despite efforts to improve bus speeds.
New York's MTA Reaps Over $100 Million from Congestion Pricing Amid Political Disputes and Trump's Criticism
NYC's MTA collected over $100 million from congestion pricing in two months, despite political tension involving Trump and federal funding debates. Traffic and bus speeds improved slightly.
$19.4 Million Rehab Project for Rockland County Bridges Launched by Governor Hochul
Governor Hochul has announced a $19.4 million project to rehabilitate two old bridges on the NYS Thruway in Rockland County, ensuring smooth travels and safety for commuters.
NYC Officials Alert, Croton Water System's Rising Salinity Threatens City's Prized Tap Water Supply
Rising salinity levels threaten the integrity of New York City's tap water supply, specifically affecting the Croton water system, which has seen a threefold chloride increase since 1987 due to road salt and other factors.
NYC Expands Overweight Truck Enforcement on BQE Staten Island-Bound Lanes
NYC is expanding its overweight truck crackdown on the BQE to include Staten Island-bound traffic, utilizing Weigh in Motion technology after a significant drop in overweight vehicles. The system's authorization requires renewal by December 1, 2025.
NTSB Urges Urgent Assessments of 70 U.S. Bridges, Including 15 in NY-NJ, Post Maryland's Key Bridge Tragedy
The NTSB recommends vulnerability assessments for 70 U.S. bridges, including 15 in NY and NJ, after the Key Bridge collapse in Maryland to prevent similar tragedies.
Fire at Heathrow Airport Sparks Global Disruption, Affecting JFK's Flight Operations and Stranding 200,000 Travelers
A fire at a substation near Heathrow Airport has halted flights, affecting 200,000 travelers and disrupting operations at JFK with 146 weekly flights to/from London.
New York's Congestion Pricing Plan Gains 30-Day Extension Amid Federal-State Tensions
New York City's congestion pricing has been extended a 30-day deadline by the federal government, amidst criticism from New Jersey and legal debates over federal authority to enforce compliance.
New York Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams Report Progress in Yearlong Crackdown on "Ghost Cars" in NYC
Gov. Hochul marks one year of a task force fighting "ghost cars" in NYC, leading to 902 arrests and 39,000 summonses, with support from multiple agencies and new technology.
New York City Pilots Metered Overnight Truck Parking to Alleviate Street Congestion
NYC DOT introduced a metered parking program for trucks in Brooklyn, The Bronx, and Queens to curb illegal parking and provide safe, legal parking for truck drivers.
MTA to Phase Out MetroCard Sales in NYC by Year's End, Shifts to OMNY System
MTA will stop selling MetroCards by year-end, with current cards usable for six more months. Riders can switch to OMNY cards for contactless payment, with existing MetroCard balances transferable.
LaGuardia Airport Soars to Top Spot as Best U.S. Airport, According to Forbes Travel Guide
LaGuardia Airport in New York City was named the best airport in the U.S. by Forbes Travel Guide after a major overhaul improved both its aesthetic appeal and operational efficiency.
Southeast Queens Residents Frustrated as Illegally Parked Trucks Plague Neighborhood Streets
Illegally parked trucks plague Southeast Queens neighborhoods, but recent NYPD and Sanitation Department efforts are tackling the issue and towing offending vehicles.
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