NYPD’s Red Light Criminalization Marks ‘Obscene’ Escalation: Advocates
The dangers of NYPD's new policy are vast. Here's the second installment of our ongoing series on a quiet change in police practices.
No, Gov. Hochul Hasn’t ‘Fully Funded’ the MTA Capital Plan
We'd sure hate to see this debt bomb go off.
Decision 2025: Mayoral Question 2 Seeks Answers on Slow Buses
Question 2: Mayor Adams didn't speed up buses. How would you? Let's hear from the top candidates...
Today's Headlines
Monday’s Headlines: NYPD Bike Crackdown Edition
NYPD's criminalization of several common cycling violations attracted plenty of haters after Streetsblog exposed it on Friday. Plus more news.
Capital Idea: Meet Our New Albany Correspondent, Amy Sohn
Streetsblog has hired the longtime journalist, writer and mayoral press aide to cover the State Capitol. That's an investment in you, dear reader.
U.S. DOT Sec. Duffy Cuts Vital Research Grants on Transportation Inequity, Deriding ‘Woke’
President Trump's war on equity continues.
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The mayor's race
Not Another Mayor Adams? Adrienne Adams Has Little To Show On Street Safety
Council Speaker Adrienne Adams's transportation is marked mostly by indifference — and some occasional meddling.
The Dave Colon Challenge: Brad Lander Has Fought The Battles
The City Comptroller and would-be mayor becomes the first candidate to take Streetsblog's quadrennial challenge.
Brad vs. Andrew: Lander Wants Faster Buses Initiative Eliminated Under Gov. Cuomo
It's time to revive the Select Bus Service eliminated in 2018 by then-Gov. Cuomo, according to a new report from Comptroller Brad Lander.
Recent news
Policy Change: NYPD Will Write Criminal Summonses, Not Traffic Tickets, for Cyclists
Quietly, the NYPD has changed its policy and will now make criminal cases against cyclists who go through red lights, a change that will have predictable and unpredictable ramifications.
Decision 2025: Our Mayoral Questionnaire Begins … With a Question on Traffic
Question 1: Now that congestion pricing is working, how can we take full advantage of its traffic-busting qualities? Let's hear from the top candidates...
Supporters Rally, But Delivery Workers Stay Home Amid Deportation Fears
Vulnerable immigrant delivery workers avoided a rally for better pay on May Day.
Friday Video: Could Speed Limiter Tech Stop Crashes Before They Happen?
Southern Brooklyn is still reeling from the tragic vehicular killing of a mother and two of her kids on Ocean Parkway on March 29.
Friday’s Headlines: Such a Busy Week Edition
If you missed any of these stories, please go back and read them. Plus other news.
Op-Ed: Will The Citywide Greenways Plan Finally Close the Gaps?
On the eve of this year's Great Saunter, two greenway advocates demand: Release the Citywide Greenways Plan now!
Congestion pricing news
Deep Dive: How Will Sean Duffy Fix Penn Station?
The Transportation Secretary has taken over the biggest transportation planning mess in North America. First, he has to realize that this job is more than just cosmetic surgery.
U.S. DOT Sec. Sean Duffy Blackmails MTA to End Congestion Pricing
The other shoe has dropped ... and the new deadline is May 21 or Sean Duffy will take his money bag and go home.
EXCLUSIVE: Early Trump Memos Undermine Sean Duffy’s Argument Against Congestion Pricing
The feds did not question New York State's approach to congestion pricing in the first Trump administration, memos show.
Staten Islanders May Sue Over ‘Risky’ Rushed Return of Cars in Park
A truly outrageous land grab by drivers and self-style "safety" advocates is playing out in Staten Island.
Thursday’s Headlines: Lander With a Transit Plan Edition
The Comptroller wanted to talk safe streets and better transit. Go on... Plus other news.
New $160M Davis Center Has No Bike Access For Harlem Riders
The Davis Center debacle is one of a string of anti-bike actions by the Parks Department since the spring season began, even as cycling grows each year.
‘Everyone’s Favorite New Yorker’: Norman Brown Leaves MTA Board After Two Decades
The labor leader and transit advocate retired after more than 20 years as a non-voting union representative on the MTA board.
ALERT: GOP Moves to ‘Permanently’ Cut Reconnecting Communities Funding
The House Transportation Committee wants to slash funding for one of America's most critical equity-focused grant programs — unless advocates speak out and get them to reverse course.
Investigations
‘Progressives’ Turn Council’s Transportation Policy Over to Republicans
Roadway safety is simply not a priority, a Streetsblog analysis reveals.
Investigation: NYPD Nixed Thousands of Calls at Coney Island Station Before Horrifying Fire Attack
Nearly two-thirds of calls from the station were closed out just seconds after they were assigned to a police unit, evidence that nothing is being done to help troubled people like Debrina Kawam.
How an Ex-Delivery Worker Upended NYC’s Streets
Ou Zhou, a former delivery worker who founded Fly E-Bike, has hit it big selling fast, low-cost electric bikes and mopeds to delivery workers, transforming New York City streets in the process. But with concerns growing about fires from lithium-ion batteries and more scrutiny on the way, can his electric empire survive? Co-published today with Curbed.
SPECIAL REPORT: Fake Chaplains, Faithless Scam
"Park like an animal, but kosher," reads a recent ad for chaplaincy training and placards for "graduates." But it's all fake.
Congestion Pricing
Wednesday’s Headlines: Duffy on Day 100 Edition
"Good Day New York" co-host Curt Menefee doesn't buy Sean Duffy's arguments against congestion pricing. Plus more news.
Friday Video: The Only Congestion Pricing Explainer You Need (Except Ours)
We've covered congestion pricing better than anyone, but we were pleased to see our Climate Town friend Rollie Williams jump on board. It's must-see TV.
Feds Insist They’ll Find A Way To Enforce Fake 4/20 Congestion Pricing Deadline
"The U.S. DOT maintains the position that New York City should stop charging tolls by April 20," a federal lawyer said about the tolls that are not being charged by New York City.
Tuesday’s Headlines: Congestion Pricing is Working (Again!) Edition
The real "shithole" was New York City's streets ... until congestion pricing showed up. Plus other news.
