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Man stabbed in NYC subway station as congestion pricing kicks in, forcing more commuters into dangerous system

Subway violence has risen sharply in New York City, coinciding with congestion pricing changes.

Congestion Pricing to Start Sunday, After Last-Minute Meeting With Judge

New York's congestion pricing plan is set to begin, with revenues aimed at public transport upgrades.
Legal challenges from New Jersey did not halt the implementation of the congestion toll.

New York City's Traffic Crisis as Congestion Pricing Begins

Congestion pricing in NYC highlights manufactured congestion due to aggressive urban planning and parking reductions.

Congestion pricing begins in NYC in a high stakes test for the model's U.S. viability

Congestion pricing of $9 during peak hours has been implemented in Manhattan to alleviate traffic congestion and raise funds for transit upgrades.

All You Need to Know About NYC's Congestion Pricing

New York City will implement a Congestion Relief Zone toll for drivers entering lower Manhattan starting January 5, 2025.

Congestion Pricing Has Begun in New York City. Here's How It Works.

Congestion pricing is now implemented in New York City to alleviate congestion and support mass transit funding.
The program is projected to generate $15 billion for upgrades despite initial political pushbacks.

Man stabbed in NYC subway station as congestion pricing kicks in, forcing more commuters into dangerous system

Subway violence has risen sharply in New York City, coinciding with congestion pricing changes.

Congestion Pricing to Start Sunday, After Last-Minute Meeting With Judge

New York's congestion pricing plan is set to begin, with revenues aimed at public transport upgrades.
Legal challenges from New Jersey did not halt the implementation of the congestion toll.

New York City's Traffic Crisis as Congestion Pricing Begins

Congestion pricing in NYC highlights manufactured congestion due to aggressive urban planning and parking reductions.

Congestion pricing begins in NYC in a high stakes test for the model's U.S. viability

Congestion pricing of $9 during peak hours has been implemented in Manhattan to alleviate traffic congestion and raise funds for transit upgrades.

All You Need to Know About NYC's Congestion Pricing

New York City will implement a Congestion Relief Zone toll for drivers entering lower Manhattan starting January 5, 2025.

Congestion Pricing Has Begun in New York City. Here's How It Works.

Congestion pricing is now implemented in New York City to alleviate congestion and support mass transit funding.
The program is projected to generate $15 billion for upgrades despite initial political pushbacks.
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NYC congestion pricing turns Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge into toll trap that hits drivers with $9 charge - even if they're not heading downtown

Congestion pricing imposes a $9 charge on the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge, previously toll-free, impacting drivers unexpectedly regardless of their destination.
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After Judge's Split Ruling, M.T.A. Says Congestion Pricing Will Begin

New York's congestion pricing plan advances but awaits federal review.
Legal challenges from New Jersey emphasize environmental impacts of New York's toll plan.

Exclusive | NY accused of offering NJ drivers measly $3 break on hated congestion toll in secret doomed talks

New Jersey dismissed New York's $3 toll discount as insignificant compared to projected increases in congestion tolls.

Boca Raton mayor throws shade at NY over congestion toll in pitch for overtaxed locals to move to 'sunny' Florida

Boca Raton's mayor suggests New Yorkers upset with congestion tolls should move to Florida for a better business environment and lower taxes.

After Judge's Split Ruling, M.T.A. Says Congestion Pricing Will Begin

New York's congestion pricing plan advances but awaits federal review.
Legal challenges from New Jersey emphasize environmental impacts of New York's toll plan.

Exclusive | NY accused of offering NJ drivers measly $3 break on hated congestion toll in secret doomed talks

New Jersey dismissed New York's $3 toll discount as insignificant compared to projected increases in congestion tolls.

Boca Raton mayor throws shade at NY over congestion toll in pitch for overtaxed locals to move to 'sunny' Florida

Boca Raton's mayor suggests New Yorkers upset with congestion tolls should move to Florida for a better business environment and lower taxes.
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#mta

These are the transit projects the MTA will fund with congestion pricing

Congestion pricing in NYC is aimed at funding transit improvements, with 80% of toll revenue going to subways and buses.

Congestion pricing start still on after ruling in New Jersey lawsuit

Congestion pricing in Manhattan will proceed as planned after a federal ruling, despite some remaining environmental concerns and New Jersey's objections.

Tuesday's Headlines: A Great Day for Congestion Pricing Just as 2024 Ends - Streetsblog New York City

Congestion pricing is approved to proceed, countering New Jersey's environmental concerns and reinforcing the MTA's assessments as adequate.

Gov. Hochul is the face of the MTA's congestion-toll madness: Don't let her fool you

Gov. Hochul halted the MTA's surge-pricing toll increase but the base toll of $9 remains contentious amid fiscal scrutiny and efficiency challenges.

MTA gets OK to start $9 Manhattan congestion toll following Jersey judge's ruling - but NJ isn't giving up it's fight just yet

New York's congestion toll plan is set to proceed despite New Jersey's legal challenges, with implementation starting Jan. 5 at a reduced rate.

MTA boss Janno Lieber slammed over mismanagement as congestion toll takes effect - as he dismisses 'grievance politics'

MTA's Janno Lieber rejects budget mismanagement claims, attributing criticism to political grievances rather than practical issues.

These are the transit projects the MTA will fund with congestion pricing

Congestion pricing in NYC is aimed at funding transit improvements, with 80% of toll revenue going to subways and buses.

Congestion pricing start still on after ruling in New Jersey lawsuit

Congestion pricing in Manhattan will proceed as planned after a federal ruling, despite some remaining environmental concerns and New Jersey's objections.

Tuesday's Headlines: A Great Day for Congestion Pricing Just as 2024 Ends - Streetsblog New York City

Congestion pricing is approved to proceed, countering New Jersey's environmental concerns and reinforcing the MTA's assessments as adequate.

Gov. Hochul is the face of the MTA's congestion-toll madness: Don't let her fool you

Gov. Hochul halted the MTA's surge-pricing toll increase but the base toll of $9 remains contentious amid fiscal scrutiny and efficiency challenges.

MTA gets OK to start $9 Manhattan congestion toll following Jersey judge's ruling - but NJ isn't giving up it's fight just yet

New York's congestion toll plan is set to proceed despite New Jersey's legal challenges, with implementation starting Jan. 5 at a reduced rate.

MTA boss Janno Lieber slammed over mismanagement as congestion toll takes effect - as he dismisses 'grievance politics'

MTA's Janno Lieber rejects budget mismanagement claims, attributing criticism to political grievances rather than practical issues.
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Keep your license plates clean: NYC law proposed to crack down on congestion pricing toll evaders

New York City's DOT is intensifying regulation against dirty plates to help enforce congestion pricing.
NYPD is focused on public safety and accountability for drivers obscuring their license plates.

EMTs assigned to NYC's congestion pricing zone urged by union to transfer out to avoid new $9 toll

The congestion pricing toll jeopardizes the financial stability of NYC's low-paid EMTs and threatens public safety by discouraging them from working in Manhattan.

Keep your license plates clean: NYC law proposed to crack down on congestion pricing toll evaders

New York City's DOT is intensifying regulation against dirty plates to help enforce congestion pricing.
NYPD is focused on public safety and accountability for drivers obscuring their license plates.

EMTs assigned to NYC's congestion pricing zone urged by union to transfer out to avoid new $9 toll

The congestion pricing toll jeopardizes the financial stability of NYC's low-paid EMTs and threatens public safety by discouraging them from working in Manhattan.
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Congestion pricing: Where you will pay (and not pay) tolls in Manhattan

Manhattan's congestion pricing imposes a toll for most drivers entering south of 60th Street during peak hours.

E-ZPass site crashes during NYC congestion pricing's first workweek rush hour

The launch of Manhattan's congestion pricing has led to significant technological issues, including a crash of the E-ZPass website during peak usage.

Gov. Hochul's latest big congestion-toll lie shows she KNOWS it's a disaster

Gov. Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan may harm less-affluent residents and increase traffic in outer boroughs, contrary to claims of benefiting commuters.

FDNY unions say congestion toll will hurt response times: 'Could mean the difference between life and death'

The new congestion toll in NYC could impair emergency response times for firefighters, posing serious public safety risks.

Congestion pricing: How many times can drivers be charged per day?

Congestion pricing is now in effect, impacting almost all drivers with varying charges based on vehicle type and time.

Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll | amNewYork

Congestion pricing toll in Manhattan begins after federal judge upholds it, despite ongoing concerns about its impact on New Jersey communities.

Congestion pricing: Where you will pay (and not pay) tolls in Manhattan

Manhattan's congestion pricing imposes a toll for most drivers entering south of 60th Street during peak hours.

E-ZPass site crashes during NYC congestion pricing's first workweek rush hour

The launch of Manhattan's congestion pricing has led to significant technological issues, including a crash of the E-ZPass website during peak usage.

Gov. Hochul's latest big congestion-toll lie shows she KNOWS it's a disaster

Gov. Kathy Hochul's congestion pricing plan may harm less-affluent residents and increase traffic in outer boroughs, contrary to claims of benefiting commuters.

FDNY unions say congestion toll will hurt response times: 'Could mean the difference between life and death'

The new congestion toll in NYC could impair emergency response times for firefighters, posing serious public safety risks.

Congestion pricing: How many times can drivers be charged per day?

Congestion pricing is now in effect, impacting almost all drivers with varying charges based on vehicle type and time.

Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll | amNewYork

Congestion pricing toll in Manhattan begins after federal judge upholds it, despite ongoing concerns about its impact on New Jersey communities.
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#manhattan

Exclusive | NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing 'surcharge' by fed-up companies paying new toll: 'Hochul inflation'

Manhattan's congestion pricing may affect service fees for residents, even if they don't drive, as businesses add surcharges to bill.

Judge Rejects New Jersey's Bid to Halt Congestion Pricing

New York's congestion pricing plan moves forward as a federal judge denies New Jersey's request to halt it before its Sunday launch.

Congestion Pricing, Day 2: A Period of Adjustment

Congestion pricing in Manhattan began, highlighting early traffic changes and raising questions about its effectiveness across various commute conditions.

Every Question We Could Think of About Congestion Pricing

Congestion pricing is coming to Manhattan, with tolls for entering a congested zone below 60th Street.
Tolls range from $15 for cars to $36 for commercial trucks, with taxis and ride-sharing services also affected.

Exclusive | NYC residents slapped with congestion pricing 'surcharge' by fed-up companies paying new toll: 'Hochul inflation'

Manhattan's congestion pricing may affect service fees for residents, even if they don't drive, as businesses add surcharges to bill.

Judge Rejects New Jersey's Bid to Halt Congestion Pricing

New York's congestion pricing plan moves forward as a federal judge denies New Jersey's request to halt it before its Sunday launch.

Congestion Pricing, Day 2: A Period of Adjustment

Congestion pricing in Manhattan began, highlighting early traffic changes and raising questions about its effectiveness across various commute conditions.

Every Question We Could Think of About Congestion Pricing

Congestion pricing is coming to Manhattan, with tolls for entering a congested zone below 60th Street.
Tolls range from $15 for cars to $36 for commercial trucks, with taxis and ride-sharing services also affected.
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Tuesday's Headlines: More Congestion Pricing Lies Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The New York Post's hostile coverage of congestion pricing distracts from its benefits for subway funding and urban congestion reduction.
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Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite from the Suburbs - Streetsblog New York City

The introduction of Manhattan's congestion pricing has sparked significant public hysteria and misconceptions, despite the majority of commuters using public transit.

Map shows Congestion Pricing will cost up to $27 to drive into Manhattan: Firefighters, teachers and businesses can't afford it

The congestion pricing initiative aims to reduce traffic in Manhattan but imposes significant costs on drivers and businesses already facing financial pressures.

I'm on the congestion-zone border - where Hochul's toll makes our air WORSE

Gov. Hochul's congestion pricing plan faces significant local opposition, raising concerns about traffic and air quality for Manhattan residents outside the toll zone.

Congestion Pricing Is Happening: Cue the Irrational Drama from the Placard Elite from the Suburbs - Streetsblog New York City

The introduction of Manhattan's congestion pricing has sparked significant public hysteria and misconceptions, despite the majority of commuters using public transit.

Map shows Congestion Pricing will cost up to $27 to drive into Manhattan: Firefighters, teachers and businesses can't afford it

The congestion pricing initiative aims to reduce traffic in Manhattan but imposes significant costs on drivers and businesses already facing financial pressures.

I'm on the congestion-zone border - where Hochul's toll makes our air WORSE

Gov. Hochul's congestion pricing plan faces significant local opposition, raising concerns about traffic and air quality for Manhattan residents outside the toll zone.
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#lyft

Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike - and owner Lyft's push for NYC congestion pricing

Lyft's Citi Bike rates have been raised again, following congestion pricing implementation, marking a continued pattern of annual price increases.

Uber, Lyft spent millions pushing for NYC congestion pricing -and stand to make killing

Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft invest heavily in lobbying for congestion pricing, hoping to benefit financially from the new tolls.

Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike - and owner Lyft's push for NYC congestion pricing

Lyft's Citi Bike rates have been raised again, following congestion pricing implementation, marking a continued pattern of annual price increases.

Uber, Lyft spent millions pushing for NYC congestion pricing -and stand to make killing

Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft invest heavily in lobbying for congestion pricing, hoping to benefit financially from the new tolls.
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Spate of violence in NYC subways prompts call for more train platform barriers

MTA is urged to install platform barriers in subway stations for enhanced safety after a rise in violent incidents.

Monday's Headlines: Congestion Pricing Hysteria Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The New York Post's portrayal of congestion relief tolls misrepresents their actual purpose, framing them as an unfair tax instead of a transit funding solution.

NYC emergency workers set to leave Midtown, Lower Manhattan as congestion pricing begins

Congestion pricing in NYC poses significant financial challenges for emergency medical workers, leading many to consider leaving their jobs.

Opinion | Congestion Pricing Shows the Future of the Democratic Party

Congestion pricing in Manhattan serves as a test for Democrats' governance and political ideals amidst urban challenges.
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Congestion pricing gets the green light Sunday: What Queens drivers need to know - QNS

Congestion pricing in Manhattan starts at midnight after federal ruling allows it to proceed despite ongoing debates and concerns over environmental impacts.

Special Saturday Headlines: Congestion Pricing is ON! - Streetsblog New York City

Judge Gordon rejected New Jersey's attempts to delay congestion pricing, marking a significant step towards its implementation despite ongoing opposition.

New Jersey makes last-ditch attempt to block NYC congestion toll before it takes effect Sunday

New Jersey is fighting to block the MTA's congestion toll set to start, citing environmental concerns and legal inconsistencies.

Congestion pricing gets the green light Sunday: What Queens drivers need to know - QNS

Congestion pricing in Manhattan starts at midnight after federal ruling allows it to proceed despite ongoing debates and concerns over environmental impacts.

Special Saturday Headlines: Congestion Pricing is ON! - Streetsblog New York City

Judge Gordon rejected New Jersey's attempts to delay congestion pricing, marking a significant step towards its implementation despite ongoing opposition.

New Jersey makes last-ditch attempt to block NYC congestion toll before it takes effect Sunday

New Jersey is fighting to block the MTA's congestion toll set to start, citing environmental concerns and legal inconsistencies.
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Driving into Manhattan from New Jersey is about to get even more expensive

Congestion pricing in NYC officially begins on January 6, despite potential further legal delays.

Lyft will reimburse you for the new congestion pricing fee this month

Commuters will face an additional congestion pricing fee of $9 for entering Manhattan starting January 5.
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Bronx readies for congestion pricing as green project takes shape

Tibbets Brook restoration project aims to enhance green infrastructure in the Bronx, while congestion pricing raises health concerns among residents.

Bronx readies for congestion pricing as green project takes shape

The Bronx is initiating a significant green infrastructure project to restore Tibbets Brook, while facing challenges from upcoming congestion pricing.

Bronx readies for congestion pricing as green project takes shape

Tibbets Brook restoration project aims to enhance green infrastructure in the Bronx, while congestion pricing raises health concerns among residents.

Bronx readies for congestion pricing as green project takes shape

The Bronx is initiating a significant green infrastructure project to restore Tibbets Brook, while facing challenges from upcoming congestion pricing.
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