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Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
7 hours ago

New video shows another angle of rough NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store

New surveillance footage reveals additional details of a controversial arrest involving mistaken identity and excessive force by NYPD detectives.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
7 hours ago

New video shows another angle of rough NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store

New surveillance footage reveals additional details of a controversial arrest involving mistaken identity and excessive force by NYPD detectives.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 weeks ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
#uber
Venture
fromTechCrunch
12 hours ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Uber and Nuro begin testing premium robotaxi service in San Francisco | TechCrunch

Uber employees can now request rides in Lucid Gravity robotaxis as part of autonomous vehicle testing in San Francisco.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
Television
fromQueerty
2 days ago

WATCH: New indie comedy aims to be Sex And The City but gay(er) - Queerty

The new series features a group of friends navigating life, love, and creativity through a podcast format, reminiscent of 'Sex And The City.'
NYC politics
fromKotaku
2 days ago

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani Explains Politics With Mario Kart

Zohran Mamdani uses Mario Kart metaphors to advocate for philanthropy in funding universal child care in New York City.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The bigger point the DoorDash Grandma squabble missed

A staged DoorDash delivery to the White House highlighted economic struggles, turning a PR opportunity into a cautionary tale about gig work and healthcare costs.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Suspect sought for assaulting man on a Bronx bus | amNewYork

Police are seeking a suspect in a Bronx bus assault that injured a 79-year-old man.
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Shocking moment Mercedes driver mows down cyclist then speeds away

The clip shows a black Mercedes sedan pulling into traffic before abruptly turning into the path of a cyclist traveling in a designated bike lane, resulting in a collision.
Bicycling
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Exclusive | BK's hottest movie night is at a century-old, Italian-American social club - and hipsters can't get enough

A 138-year-old Italian-American social club in Brooklyn hosts a popular film night, attracting diverse crowds with classic movies and homecooked meals.
Law
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Hochul Could Cut 'Runaway' Crash Lawsuits With Default Motorist Liability - Streetsblog New York City

New York could reduce auto insurance premiums and litigation by adopting a presumed liability model for drivers in crashes involving vulnerable road users.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Greetings from Nairobi, where taking a matatu is no ordinary bus ride

Onyx bus represents Nairobi's vibrant matatu culture, blending music, art, and youth identity into a unique transportation experience.
NYC startup
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Man stole thousands from delivery workers to invest in bogus delivery app | amNewYork

Mauricio Sevilla pleaded guilty to defrauding food delivery workers out of $7,500 in a fake investment scheme for a non-existent app.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
Remote teams
fromFuturism
1 week ago

A New Study Found Something Disturbing About the Way Delivery Workers Drive to Get You Your Burrito

Delivery drivers speed primarily due to pressure from on-time delivery rates and the risk of deactivation, rather than individual reckless habits.
#delivery-workers
New York City
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

NYC's first rest area for delivery workers isn't open 10 days after a flashy ribbon-cutting. I dug into why.

The City Hall Deliverista Hub is a new rest stop for NYC delivery workers, but it remains locked due to electrical issues since its unveiling.
New York City
fromFast Company
5 days ago

NYC opens its first rest stop for delivery workers

The first 'deliverista hub' opens in Manhattan, providing app-based delivery workers a safe space to rest and recharge.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

On The Road: Delivery Workers Face Scary Trips, Minimal Tips, App Tricks - Streetsblog New York City

New York City
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

NYC's first rest area for delivery workers isn't open 10 days after a flashy ribbon-cutting. I dug into why.

The City Hall Deliverista Hub is a new rest stop for NYC delivery workers, but it remains locked due to electrical issues since its unveiling.
New York City
fromFast Company
5 days ago

NYC opens its first rest stop for delivery workers

The first 'deliverista hub' opens in Manhattan, providing app-based delivery workers a safe space to rest and recharge.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

On The Road: Delivery Workers Face Scary Trips, Minimal Tips, App Tricks - Streetsblog New York City

fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 week ago

"What Solidarity Really Looks Like": Yael Bridge on Who Moves America

Drivers were delivering packages in deadly heat with no air conditioning; part-time employees, the majority of UPS' workforce, have been unable to receive benefits. Wages aren't rising at the same rate as the cost of living.
Independent films
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

New rules just kicked in for delivery drivers in Boston. Here's what to know.

Boston requires delivery companies to obtain permits to enhance pedestrian safety and manage traffic congestion.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromFortune
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Self-driving taxis hit London, a city with such complex streets that it has a 'Knowledge' test that takes cabbies years to pass | Fortune

NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
1 week ago

Across NY, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.
Silicon Valley
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Self-Driving Taxis Poised for Vicious Backlash

A Pew Research Center survey reveals 85% of Americans fear autonomous vehicles will eliminate jobs, with 70% viewing them negatively, signaling potential public backlash against self-driving taxi expansion.
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We don't tell the car what it should do': my ride in a self-driving taxi

Wayve's self-driving technology successfully navigates London's complex urban environment, with robotaxis set to launch by end of 2025 following UK government approval under the Automated Vehicles Act.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Transportation experts push for more data before New York gets autonomous vehicles | amNewYork

Fully driverless cars are approaching reality in New York, but better data and regulations are essential for safe integration.
fromFortune
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Self-driving taxis hit London, a city with such complex streets that it has a 'Knowledge' test that takes cabbies years to pass | Fortune

NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
6 days ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

Opinion | The Affordable Car Is Dead. What Happened?

The affordability of cars has drastically declined, making ownership a financial burden for many Americans.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SF Rideshare Rapist' Who Posed As Victims' Driver Found Guilty In SoMa, Mission Assaults

Orlando Vilchez Lazo was convicted of 11 felony counts for kidnapping and raping four women posing as a rideshare driver from 2013 to 2018.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Meet the London cabbie who mastered the Knowledge before he turned 21

Bahrain Mujagata, at just 21 years old, has become London's youngest licensed cabbie, a remarkable feat that showcases his determination and hard work.
London
Retirement
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Meet a 74-year-old New Yorker who unretired to become an Uber driver: 'I'm amazed at what people will tell me' | Fortune

Many retirees are returning to work due to financial needs and the desire for social engagement.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | NYC family involved in staging bogus crashes in $300M insurance fraud scheme, stunning Uber lawsuit claims

Mother Georgette Powell was allegedly involved in at least four of the claimed fraudulent accidents - with three of them occurring within a two-month span in 2023, the suit asserts.
Brooklyn
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

New York City Finally Has a Rest Hub for Delivery Workers

"We've always thought that it would be great if we could have a space where we could rest or get a coffee when we are working," said Gustavo Ajche, highlighting the long-standing need for a dedicated area for delivery workers.
New York City
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
Brooklyn
fromComplex
4 days ago

BedStuy Film Festival Returns to Brooklyn's Billie Holiday Theatre

The BedStuy Film Festival returns to Brooklyn from July 17-19, 2026, celebrating independent films and community storytelling at the historic Billie Holiday Theatre.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

What is the trans gaze? It's relief and recognition between strangers on a train

Trans women share a unique, unspoken connection on the New York City subway, recognized through brief, meaningful glances.
#new-york-city
fromThe Autopian
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Kia Just Unveiled The NYC Taxi Van Of The Future, Now It Just Needs To Be Built - The Autopian

New York City
fromDocumented
4 days ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

New York City offers various parking permits to assist residents with disabilities in accessing goods and services.
NYC startup
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC sues to shut down unlicensed e-hail app Empower, which offers cheap rides

New York City filed a lawsuit against the illegal e-hail app Empower for operating unlicensed and uninsured.
#public-transportation
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago
NYC politics

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
fromPadailypost
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Council wants to replace city's ride share service with Lyft, Uber vouchers

Palo Alto City Council considers replacing its Link ride-share service with Uber and Lyft vouchers for low-income residents to reduce costs and improve service efficiency.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
Alternative transportation
fromQNS
1 week ago

Report: Ride share services continue to fail disabled riders in NYC despite record profits - QNS

Ride share services like Uber and Lyft are failing to adequately serve disabled riders despite significant profits.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
NYC LGBT
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

'Hey sexy': NYC launches anti-street harassment campaign in subways, public spaces

New York City launches an ad campaign to combat street harassment, featuring graphic ads and resources for reporting and intervention.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

DOT reminds delivery apps they must give drivers protective equipment, get them to complete new safety course | amNewYork

Delivery apps must provide safety equipment and training for their workers to address rising safety concerns in New York City.
NYC startup
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Wheely, an on-demand chauffeur app, makes its US debut in NYC

Wheely plans to expand its chauffeur-hailing services to five major US cities within three years, starting with New York City.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Legendary NYC taxi hustler says modern airport scammers are out of control

Taxi hustlers in NYC airports are using sophisticated schemes to overcharge tourists, with illegal dispatchers coordinating the scams.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Uber expands female driver option in the US amid mounting assault cases

Riders will see a new on-demand booking option called "Women Drivers" alongside the existing UberX, Comfort, UberXL and Black offerings. Customers can reserve such a trip in advance, or set their preference in the app settings to increase the likelihood of being matched with a woman. The feature is also offered in cities where teen accounts are available.
Women in technology
#carjacking
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint in Lower Manhattan after refusing to give a ride to four masked individuals.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint in Lower Manhattan after refusing to give a ride to four masked individuals.
NYC politics
fromBlack Enterprise
3 weeks ago

NYC Driver Loses Taxi License Over $14K E-ZPass Bill He Thought Was Paid

A New York City livery driver's license was suspended due to unpaid E-ZPass fees he was unaware of, totaling over $14,000.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London cabbies go to war with driverless cars over electric charging bays

London's taxi drivers have clashed with driverless car firm Waymo after its vehicles were caught hogging electric charging bays meant exclusively for black cabs. Cab groups report numerous instances of Waymo's electric cars plugging in at dedicated e-taxi points, forcing Transport for London to step in. Representatives from the industry say frustrated taxi drivers have taken matters into their own hands by cancelling the robocars' charging sessions.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

TfL advert banned for reinforcing negative stereotypes about black men

The Facebook ad, part of the campaign that encourages people to intervene safely if they witness sexual harassment or hate crime on the TfL network, showed a black male verbally harassing a young girl accompanied by a white male friend, who sat down close to the victim boxing her in'. A viewer complained that the ad was irresponsible, harmful and offensive for perpetuating negative racial stereotypes about black teenage boys.
Social justice
Miscellaneous
fromAol
1 month ago

New York halts robotaxi expansion plan

New York Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew her proposal to expand commercial robotaxi services beyond New York City, halting driverless ride services in Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, and other smaller cities statewide.
London
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Taxi drivers who work night shifts say the conversations they have between midnight and 4 AM reveal these 7 things about people that daylight never does - Silicon Canals

Late-night taxi rides reveal authentic human behavior and emotional truths that people conceal during daylight hours, exposing widespread loneliness despite outward success.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Bus driver sacked after chasing and punching thief

A London bus driver who chased a thief, punched him unconscious, retrieved a necklace, and restrained him was sacked after a disciplinary tribunal.
fromParade
1 month ago

Pending Change to NYC Subways Has New Yorkers Begging, 'Please God No'

Disgruntled travellers were quick to point out that half the time you "can't even hear what the conductor says" between busted speakers and crackling audio transmissions, while some expressed concern that "condition[ing] riders to ignore audio messages" could pose a safety risk when it comes to emergency announcements.
Miscellaneous
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Next NYC taxi boss vows to pull the plug on unlicensed e-hail app Empower

Incoming TLC Chair Midori Valdivia pledges to shut down Empower, an unlicensed taxi app offering cheaper fares by allowing drivers to keep 100% of earnings while operating outside city regulations.
#taxi-driver
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

London black cab drivers react to news robotaxis are set to launch in the city

The Independent solicits donations to fund free, on-the-ground journalism while Wayve Technologies trials a self-driving Mustang in London ahead of a UK robotaxi launch.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | It's time to bring updated transit to Harlem | amNewYork

Residents of East Harlem's El Barrio have waited 80+ years for the Second Avenue Subway. The Trump administration could force them to wait even longer as it withholds federal funding for regional infrastructure projects over an alleged naming issue, no less. It's outrageous, it's unfair, and the MTA backed by Governor Hochul won't stand for it. We're at a pivotal moment for the project sixth months after awarding our largest-ever tunneling contract back in August.
US politics
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

New York drops plan to legalize robotaxis in setback for Waymo

Governor Kathy Hochul withdrew a proposal to legalize limited robotaxi deployment outside New York City due to insufficient legislative support.
Film
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Bronx filmmaker spotlights Jamaican Diaspora stories | amNewYork

Dante Hillmedo centers Bronx Caribbean immigrant experiences in film, teaching himself videography and building Team Elite Productions to portray Black and Caribbean stories authentically.
fromCaribbean Life
2 months ago

Bronx filmmaker spotlights Jamaican Diaspora stories - Caribbean Life

But rather than walk away from his creative calling, Driven said he pivoted - teaching himself videography and landing his first paid job through a Craigslist post filming Caribbean DJ, and DJ Mad Out. "That opportunity introduced him to New York's Caribbean music scene, where he went on to work with artists such as Shaggy, Ding Dong and Kranium," she said. "Those early experiences sharpened Hillmedo's eye for authenticity, capturing Caribbean culture not as spectacle, but as lived reality," she added.
Brooklyn
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Opinion: A Fairer - And Better Way - For Taxi Passengers To Pay The Congestion Toll - Streetsblog New York City

Replace flat taxi and Uber surcharges with per-minute fees for trips in the Manhattan congestion zone to improve traffic relief by nearly 20 percent while maintaining revenue neutrality.
Film
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Cartoonist, the Director, and the Sex Workers

Sook-Yin Lee and Chester Brown remained emotionally entangled after their breakup; Brown abandoned romantic love and became a habitual purchaser of sex.
#frederick-wiseman
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 month ago

JewBelong's NYC taxi ads against antisemitism (and Mamdani) are taken down - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

JewBelong cofounder Archie Gottesman accused Somo of censoring Jewish voices "at the very moment antisemitism is surging." Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt also condemned the ads' removal, saying, "If acknowledging that Jewish New Yorkers sometimes feel compelled to hide visible symbols of their identity is considered controversial, that should alarm all of us."
NYC politics
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

New study shows disabled New Yorkers wait longer for rideshare pickups

Wheelchair-accessible for-hire vehicles are scarce in NYC, causing longer wait times and lower availability for riders with disabilities compared with non-accessible requests.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Lyft Appeasing 'Winter Warriors' With Swag As Majority Of Citi Bikes Remain Unusable - Streetsblog New York City

Most Citi Bike docks remained unusable after heavy snow, while Lyft offered promotional 'swag' to active users and urged them to post social media content.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 months ago

Brooklyn driver charged with deliberately ramming into sex worker

A Brooklyn man deliberately ran over a sex worker on New Year's Day, recorded the attack, and was charged with attempted murder and related offenses.
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