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A Slushy, Snowy, Icy Mix

A nor'easter disrupted daily life in the Northeast, causing school and work commutes to be disrupted and resulting in rain, slush, and snow.
New York City was expecting up to 8 inches of snow, and small children and dogs enjoyed the weather while delivery workers faced challenges

NYC's food delivery workers are sweltering in the heat - and demanding more protection

NYC delivery workers face heat and lack of rest areas, prompting them to organize for their rights and safety.

Tuesday's Headlines: Death on the Roads Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The recent data shows racial disparities in NYC traffic fatalities, with Hispanic and Asian communities disproportionately affected.
Vulnerable road users in NYC face alarming fatality rates, particularly among Asian and Hispanic populations.

DOT E-Bike Charging Pilot is a Success as City Plans More - Streetsblog New York City

The e-bike charging pilot significantly reduced home charging and spare battery use among delivery workers, indicating a need for expansion.

A Slushy, Snowy, Icy Mix

A nor'easter disrupted daily life in the Northeast, causing school and work commutes to be disrupted and resulting in rain, slush, and snow.
New York City was expecting up to 8 inches of snow, and small children and dogs enjoyed the weather while delivery workers faced challenges

NYC's food delivery workers are sweltering in the heat - and demanding more protection

NYC delivery workers face heat and lack of rest areas, prompting them to organize for their rights and safety.

Tuesday's Headlines: Death on the Roads Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The recent data shows racial disparities in NYC traffic fatalities, with Hispanic and Asian communities disproportionately affected.
Vulnerable road users in NYC face alarming fatality rates, particularly among Asian and Hispanic populations.

DOT E-Bike Charging Pilot is a Success as City Plans More - Streetsblog New York City

The e-bike charging pilot significantly reduced home charging and spare battery use among delivery workers, indicating a need for expansion.
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The Instacart Loophole: Workers Are Not Covered By Minimum Wage - Streetsblog New York City

Grocery delivery workers lack minimum wage protections, leaving many vulnerable, especially recent African immigrants.
Systemic gaps in workforce training contribute to the exploitation of Black migrants in delivery jobs.

Chick-fil-A to open this week in Clinton Hill, marking second Brooklyn location * Brooklyn Paper

Chick-fil-A's new location in Clinton Hill aims to serve community needs and support local delivery workers.

State Senator Chu's bill aims to protect delivery workers from assault

Senator Iwen Chu introduced legislation to enhance protections for food delivery workers, defining assaults against them as a Class E felony.

Amazon demands a lot from its drivers. Now they're pushing back

Amazon delivery drivers face poor working conditions and low wages, prompting some to demand better treatment and consider unionization.
#gig-economy

Most DoorDash gig workers spend a surprisingly short time doing the job

DoorDash's workforce consists mainly of young women working part-time, often as a supplemental income source.

I wouldn't wish this on anyone': the food delivery riders living in caravan shantytowns' in Bristol

Gig economy workers face deteriorating living conditions and mental health issues, battling low wages despite long hours.
Brazilian delivery riders in Bristol struggle with poverty and precarious living.
Mental health consequences are severe for gig economy workers in low-paying jobs.

Most DoorDash gig workers spend a surprisingly short time doing the job

DoorDash's workforce consists mainly of young women working part-time, often as a supplemental income source.

I wouldn't wish this on anyone': the food delivery riders living in caravan shantytowns' in Bristol

Gig economy workers face deteriorating living conditions and mental health issues, battling low wages despite long hours.
Brazilian delivery riders in Bristol struggle with poverty and precarious living.
Mental health consequences are severe for gig economy workers in low-paying jobs.
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Mayor Mum on E-Bike Registration Bill, Battery Swap Program - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Adams avoided critical questions on key workplace issues during a delivery worker benefits press conference.
Despite deflecting questions, City Hall eventually stated that the Department of Transportation would handle the battery swap program.

Watch Live: NYC Mayor Eric Adams makes jobs related announcement

Mayor Eric Adams to announce pay raise for delivery workers on minimum wage.
Announcement happening live at 11 a.m. on CBS News New York.

E-bike stealing crew terrorizes NYC food delivery workers, stabs one man in stickup: cops

Armed crew terrorized Manhattan food delivery workers, stole e-bikes, and stabbed one worker.
Eight delivery workers lost bikes to the thieving crew in a series of armed attacks in Harlem.

City Launches Public E-bike Charging Sites For Delivery Workers

New pilot program in NYC for public e-battery charging for delivery workers with safety features
Three companies providing charging infrastructure: Swobbee, Popwheels, Swiftmile.
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