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New York Post
5 months ago
New York City

NYC teachers' union to pay legal tab for Staten Island's congestion-pricing fight

The United Federation of Teachers is funding Staten Island's legal fight against the MTA's congestion pricing plan.
The lawsuit argues that essential public servants would be disproportionately burdened by the plan. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
5 months ago
Brooklyn

What's News, Breaking: Friday, January 5, 2024

The MTA's congestion pricing plan is facing lawsuits in federal courts in New York and New Jersey based on environmental concerns.
A forum in Brooklyn aims to promote tech careers and will feature educators and tech leaders.
AARP honors Dr. Tim Law for his work in promoting equality and respect for all.
A man who fell onto subway tracks in Carroll St. was rescued by police officers.
Members of the Trinitarios street gang are facing federal charges, with potential life sentences for some.
A virtual information session will be held on the proposed 'City of Yes for Economic Opportunity'. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
New York City

NYC teachers' union to pay legal tab for Staten Island's congestion-pricing fight

The United Federation of Teachers is funding Staten Island's legal fight against the MTA's congestion pricing plan.
The lawsuit argues that essential public servants would be disproportionately burdened by the plan. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
5 months ago
Brooklyn

What's News, Breaking: Friday, January 5, 2024

The MTA's congestion pricing plan is facing lawsuits in federal courts in New York and New Jersey based on environmental concerns.
A forum in Brooklyn aims to promote tech careers and will feature educators and tech leaders.
AARP honors Dr. Tim Law for his work in promoting equality and respect for all.
A man who fell onto subway tracks in Carroll St. was rescued by police officers.
Members of the Trinitarios street gang are facing federal charges, with potential life sentences for some.
A virtual information session will be held on the proposed 'City of Yes for Economic Opportunity'. [ more ]
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New York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Port Authority to hike tolls on Jan. 7 at NY-NJ bridges and tunnels

Toll rates at The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey crossings will increase for E-ZPass users and non-E-ZPass users.
The new toll rates are based on inflation and determined by the consumer price index increase from September 2022 to September 2023. [ more ]
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Chalkbeat
5 months ago
Education

NYC teachers union files lawsuit with Staten Island borough president to halt congestion pricing

New York City's teachers union is joining a lawsuit to halt the implementation of congestion pricing.
The lawsuit claims that the congestion pricing plan violates federal law and the plaintiffs' constitutional rights.
Transit advocates argue that congestion pricing will improve commutes for school staff and families. [ more ]
silive
5 months ago
NYC politics

5 New York laws set to take effect in 2024

Congestion pricing will be implemented in lower Manhattan starting May 2022, with the possibility of higher tolls on Gridlock Alert Days.
New York employers will no longer have access to employees' private social media accounts starting March 2024. [ more ]
Chalkbeat
5 months ago
Education

NYC teachers union files lawsuit with Staten Island borough president to halt congestion pricing

New York City's teachers union is joining a lawsuit to halt the implementation of congestion pricing.
The lawsuit claims that the congestion pricing plan violates federal law and the plaintiffs' constitutional rights.
Transit advocates argue that congestion pricing will improve commutes for school staff and families. [ more ]
silive
5 months ago
NYC politics

5 New York laws set to take effect in 2024

Congestion pricing will be implemented in lower Manhattan starting May 2022, with the possibility of higher tolls on Gridlock Alert Days.
New York employers will no longer have access to employees' private social media accounts starting March 2024. [ more ]
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silive
5 months ago
New York Islanders

5 good reasons why Staten Islanders should be exempt from NYC congestion pricing fee (opinion)

Staten Islanders should be exempt from congestion pricing tax because they do not benefit from improvements to the subway system like residents of other boroughs.
Congestion pricing will lead to more traffic on Staten Island's roads and the residents should be compensated for the negative effects. [ more ]
The New York Sun
5 months ago
New York City

New York City Commuters Brace for Congestion Pricing as New Year Looms

The effort by New York to milk drivers for even more money - still in the planning stages - has been hit with dozens of lawsuits.
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