New York
Opinion: Good Public Transit Is Crowded
Embrace the crowds.
Speed Limits Increase for New York Trains
Brooklyn N and R trains can now move at faster top speeds, but only when there aren’t stopped trains ahead.
Google, Apple Expanding Around the Country, Spending Billions Along the Way
Both Apple and Google have announced expansions in recent days that required a ten-figure total to describe.
Carbon Pricing Strategies Under Consideration in Seven States
Several states, and even the federal government, are considering adopting carbon pricing plans.
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Needs Innovative Solutions
The New York City roadway is desperately in need of repair, but just tearing it down and replacing it would be a shortsighted fix.
Recent Parking Reform: Start of a Wave of Change?
The range of cities that have recently removed parking mandates could help motivate others that are eyeing new parking policies.
Getting Around New York in a Wheelchair (Still) a Struggle
A transit rider offers a powerful perspective on what it's like to use a wheelchair in New York City.
Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 Takes Step Forward
The federal government has signed off on the plan for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway.
Virgin Trains, Formerly Brightline, Planning Eight Expansion Corridors
November's bombshell news about the partnership between Virgin and Brightline has now yielded ambitious plans for private investment in intercity rail service.
Citi Bike Expansion Coming, Along With a Political Battle Over Electric-Assist Bikes and Scooters
Citi Bike's new owner is funding a massive expansion of the bike share system. Meanwhile ,City Hall is prepping for a battle over electric assist bikes and scooters.
Improved Service Speeds Up Buses, Increases Ridership
The data on select bus service (SBS) in the Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus system are definitive: with off-board payment and bus-only lanes, buses perform better and attract more riders.
Regional Plan Association Gives Amazon HQ2 a Thumbs Up
A Regional Plan Association white paper makes that case that New York City and Amazon have mutually beneficial goals with the decision to located the tech company's second headquarters in Long Island City.
Single-Occupant Vehicles Banned on Williamsburg Bridge During L Train Closure
Solo commuters crossing from Brooklyn to Manhattan on the Williamsburg Bridge are in for a rude awakening on April 27 when the L Train closes. To accommodate more buses and bikes on the 115-year old bridge, cars will need at least 3 people.
New York MTA Threatens Service Cuts, Increased Fares
A New York transit advocate says the MTA is entering a "death spiral" of reduced service and higher fares that will lead to fewer riders and then additional reduced service and higher fares.
Amazon's New Home in New York a 'Distressed' Opportunity Zone
Concerns about the Opportunity Zone program created by the GOP tax bill passed in the waning hours of 2017—that it would enable gentrification and displacement for the profit of wealthy investors—won't be assuaged by this news.
Zoning Overhaul Revealed for Northern Brooklyn
The New York Department of City Planning has proposed more permissive zoning regulations for the neighborhood just to the south of Amazon's future home in Long Island City.
Discounted New York MTA Passes Coming Next Year
The MTA passes will be half priced, but advocates say riders still need other less costly transit options.
Friday Funny: The Onion Says the Subway Is Reserved for Amazon Employees Now
A totally fake news story, intended to satirize, not provide any factual information, makes fun of how much New York City's political leadership gave to Amazon to make sure HQ2 would call the Big Apple home.
Transportation’s 'Pink Tax' Is a Cost Burden on Women
When women don’t feel safe using transit, they use other modes and end up paying the price.
Updated: Complete Coverage of Amazon's HQ2 Decision
The official news of Amazon's choices for its second location broke this morning, but hot takes were streaming in all day.
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