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Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
43 minutes ago

Proposed IBX Will Dramatically Reduce Emissions, MTA Says

The MTA is engaging the public for the IBX light rail project, aiming to reduce vehicle miles and greenhouse gas emissions in Brooklyn and Queens.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

Drawing a line: As Amtrak brings Metro-North track access fight to court, MTA calls claim of passenger service cutbacks a distraction' | amNewYork

Amtrak plans to cut passenger service due to access issues with MTA's Bronx tracks affecting the Penn Access project.
#world-cup
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 hours ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
Boston
fromFortune
6 days ago

NJ Transit scrambles to defend $150 tickets for 9-mile World Cup ride: 'This isn't price gouging' | Fortune

Soccer fans attending World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium will face high transportation costs, with round-trip train fares reaching $150.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 hours ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
Boston
fromFortune
6 days ago

NJ Transit scrambles to defend $150 tickets for 9-mile World Cup ride: 'This isn't price gouging' | Fortune

Soccer fans attending World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium will face high transportation costs, with round-trip train fares reaching $150.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
9 hours ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Proposed SFMTA Budget Includes Slightly Raised Muni Fares and Parking Fines

SFMTA's budget proposal includes fare increases and funding strategies to address projected deficits and stabilize finances.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
43 minutes ago

Op-Ed | No More 24' puts New Yorkers like me at risk | amNewYork

Protesters demand the No More 24 Act to end 24-hour workdays for home care workers, fearing it jeopardizes care for individuals with disabilities.
Cars
fromIndependent
9 hours ago

'We saved 4,000' - how much could you keep in your pocket if you ditched the car for a year?

Rising fuel prices are impacting household budgets, prompting families to reconsider their transportation choices.
#public-transit
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

Fair Fares or free buses? Does Mamdani have to choose between existing program and signature proposal? | amNewYork

fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago
San Francisco

AC Transit, Muni, Caltrain Predict Service Collapse Without More Funding - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART and other transit agencies face severe service cuts without additional funding from Bay Area voters.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

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 politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Fair Fares or free buses? Does Mamdani have to choose between existing program and signature proposal? | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's free bus proposal is unlikely this year, but advocates urge immediate expansion of the Fair Fares program.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week 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.
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

Mamdani says World Cup fares will leave tournament out of reach for many | amNewYork

Mamdani stated, 'This World Cup is pricing out so many working-class supporters of the game. Soccer, as a game, is born out of the working class.'
New York Mets
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
Travel
fromFortune
1 day ago

Uber riders complain they were charged more for paying with Amex cards-one viral video shows a $13 difference | Fortune

Uber riders report higher fares when using American Express cards compared to other payment methods.
#congestion-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Alternative transportation

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Earth Day gift: Congestion pricing tolls to help fund truck fleet makeover in NYC

Congestion pricing tolls will fund the replacement of older diesel trucks with cleaner vehicles in NYC, improving air quality and reducing emissions.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York's congestion pricing program drove a 7.7% increase in subway ridership to 1.3 billion rides in its first year, with over 90 million additional trips compared to the previous year.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Tube strike LIVE: London Underground hit by major disruption as second RMT walkout begins

A second 24-hour strike by RMT members has caused significant disruption to the London Underground.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Calls for more Met Police funding as shoplifting cases in London triple in four years

Shoplifting in London has tripled in five years, prompting calls for increased police funding and neighborhood policing.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

TfL joins drive to reduce staff sickness rates

Sick days are costing the whole of the UK a lot of money, and that's one of the reasons we're involved in the prevention sprint, to look at ways to try and stop people from becoming ill in the first place.
Public health
UK politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

'These things confuse me' - Internal emails reveal outgoing MetroLink chief's frustrations with red tape

Seán Sweeney resigned as MetroLink programme director due to personal reasons and frustration with project bureaucracy.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Editorial | Choosing a Fare' deal over fantasy should be a transit no-brainer for the mayor | amNewYork

Fair Fares program offers significant transit discounts but has low enrollment; expansion could provide relief to more low-income New Yorkers.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

TTC ridership is down and customer satisfaction is too, a new report suggests | CBC News

Customer satisfaction with the TTC has dropped to 64%, significantly below targets, prompting calls for a concrete improvement plan.
#london
London food
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost 'tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The tube strikes have significantly reduced customer footfall and sales for London traders, impacting the hospitality sector severely.
London food
fromAol
1 day ago

'Tube strikes this week will cost us tens of thousands': Frustrated businesses warn of huge hit to London economy

The tube strikes have significantly reduced customer footfall and sales for London traders, impacting the hospitality sector severely.
London food
fromAol
1 day ago

'Tube strikes this week will cost us tens of thousands': Frustrated businesses warn of huge hit to London economy

The tube strikes have significantly reduced customer footfall and sales for London traders, impacting the hospitality sector severely.
London food
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost 'tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The tube strikes have significantly reduced customer footfall and sales for London traders, impacting the hospitality sector severely.
London food
fromAol
1 day ago

'Tube strikes this week will cost us tens of thousands': Frustrated businesses warn of huge hit to London economy

The tube strikes have significantly reduced customer footfall and sales for London traders, impacting the hospitality sector severely.
London food
fromAol
1 day ago

'Tube strikes this week will cost us tens of thousands': Frustrated businesses warn of huge hit to London economy

The tube strikes have significantly reduced customer footfall and sales for London traders, impacting the hospitality sector severely.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Thursday's Headlines: Having a Cow Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul proposed a deal to drop changes to joint and several liability in exchange for support on her car insurance premium cut proposal.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

A significant Green Line shutdown starts Wednesday

MBTA suspends Green Line B branch service between Kenmore and Boston College, replacing it with shuttle buses from April 22 to April 30.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

A significant Green Line shutdown starts Wednesday

MBTA suspends Green Line B branch service between Kenmore and Boston College, replacing it with shuttle buses from April 22 to April 30.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
#mta
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

MTA rolls out realistic bus driver training simulators in the Bronx | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
New York City

Fare evasion: MTA officials say modern fare gates being piloted are dramatically stopping turnstile cheats | amNewYork

Marketing
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-ed | Why the MTA wants to hear from you this spring | amNewYork

MTA seeks rider feedback through the Spring Customers Count survey to improve the transit system.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

MTA Workers Park All Over Sidewalks Outside Astoria Facility - Streetsblog New York City

MTA workers are illegally parking on sidewalks, using vests to avoid tickets, while the NYPD fails to enforce parking laws against them.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

MTA to begin fining drivers who block buses on 2 Queens routes starting Friday | amNewYork

MTA will enforce traffic fines on Q17 and Q27 bus routes starting April 17 to improve bus speeds and safety.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Fare evasion: MTA officials say modern fare gates being piloted are dramatically stopping turnstile cheats | amNewYork

Modern fare gates tested by the MTA have reduced fare evasion by 20-70% across various subway stations.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 weeks ago

MTA will bring modern fare gates to more subway entrances, board says

MTA will install modern fare gates at every entrance of 20 stations by year-end to reduce fare evasion and improve accessibility.
#bart
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

'Call off the Tube strikes,' bosses urge as RMT union threatens 210 million blow to London

Tube strikes threaten to disrupt travel in London, costing an estimated £210 million and impacting businesses and commuters.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Two Little Too Late: Mamdani Shifts Private Carting Reforms Toward Safety for Last Two Contracts - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will prioritize safety and mileage in awarding commercial waste zone contracts, shifting focus from price to safety records.
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

SF SoMa businesses say weekend Caltrans roadwork on I-80 chased customers away: 'Kind of slow'

Eastbound I-80 in San Francisco is closed for repaving, causing detours and reduced business for local shops.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'Stop Super Speeders': Preventing The Next Fatal Crash Is Up To You - Streetsblog New York City

Implementing Intelligent Speed Assistance could significantly reduce traffic fatalities in New York City caused by speeding drivers.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

TTC has higher costs and less riders than in 2019. Winning them back won't fix financial woes, staff warn | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission faces declining ridership, increased costs, and reduced revenue, leading to a projected budget shortfall of half a billion dollars by 2027.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 days ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC politics

NYC's economic resilience' masks a deeper crisis involving fleeing residents and taxable income: new report

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Editorial | There's no way to tax-and-spend in NYC | amNewYork

New York City faces a $5.7 billion deficit, complicating budget negotiations amid proposed tax increases and strong political opposition.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC's economic resilience' masks a deeper crisis involving fleeing residents and taxable income: new report

New York City's economy shows growth, but faces challenges like population decline, rising housing costs, and reduced public school enrollment.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Inside the NYC Power Stations That Keep Trains Moving or Bring Them to a Halt

A power outage stranded over 3,500 subway riders in NYC for two hours, causing significant delays and highlighting aging infrastructure.
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Muni Still Has Fare-Evasion Problem as Ridership Rebounds; Fare Revenue at 34% What It Was In 2015

Muni fare revenue remains way, way down, with $97 million in 2024 compared to $283 million in 2015, despite ridership being above 70% of pre-pandemic levels.
SF politics
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 week 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.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 week 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.
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Rate Evaders': Auto Insurance Address Fraud Soars Under Hochul's Watch - Streetsblog New York City

The state Department of Financial Services quantifies the fraud annually based on information provided by insurance companies, which track policyholders misrepresenting where they predominantly use and store their vehicles to get cheaper rates.
NYC politics
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man fatally struck by Queens 7 train, causing morning delays | amNewYork

The 7 line is experiencing delays due to a fatal incident involving a straphanger in Queens.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Kids demand fixes to NYC's student OMNY cards, saying flaws encourage fare evasion

New York City students demand improvements to the OMNY card program due to durability issues and limited access.
Alternative transportation
fromsf.streetsblog.org
2 weeks ago

Call to Action: Tell AC Transit Board NO Fare Hikes & Service Cuts til they Rein in Costs - Streetsblog San Francisco

AC Transit Board is urged to avoid service cuts and fare hikes while identifying cost-saving measures for a balanced budget.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

NBC's Welker Presses Mamdani On Whether He Still Has Faith in Democratic Socialism Amid NYC's $5.4B Shortfall

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani remains committed to democratic socialism despite a $5.4 billion budget shortfall.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC government has nearly 14,000 job vacancies. Is City Hall better off not filling them amid a budget crisis? | amNewYork

City Council and City Hall are addressing a $5.4 billion budget shortfall with creative solutions and proposed tax measures.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

You're bleeding Bay Area transit's budget with this Clipper card quirk

A shift in rider behavior is increasing credit and debit card fees, prompting a proposal for an additional $500,000 to cover costs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days 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.
#public-transportation
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
Law
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

MTA Demands Albany Deal With Toll Evasion Already - Streetsblog New York City

Unpaid tolls owed to the MTA have doubled from $147 million in 2022 to nearly $350 million, with drivers ignoring mailed invoices while Albany legislators resist granting enforcement powers.
US politics
fromFox News
2 months ago

Transit funding hits record highs as ridership languishes, new report questions return on billions

Federal transit funding has risen to record highs while bus and rail commuting has fallen to about 3.8% of workers, revealing allocation and effectiveness gaps.
New York City
fromNBC New York
3 weeks ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
#e-zpass
NYC politics
fromBlack Enterprise
1 month 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.
New York City
fromhttps://amplify.upworthy.com
1 month ago

NYC driver believed he was on top of toll payments for more than10 years - then an MTA email upended his life

Automated toll systems can fail, leading to unexpected charges and severe consequences for drivers relying on them.
NYC politics
fromBlack Enterprise
1 month 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.
New York City
fromhttps://amplify.upworthy.com
1 month ago

NYC driver believed he was on top of toll payments for more than10 years - then an MTA email upended his life

Automated toll systems can fail, leading to unexpected charges and severe consequences for drivers relying on them.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

BART's gates helping prevent fare evasion; 10 train stations could close due to deficit

The doomsday plan includes closing the 10 stations with the lowest ridership. That means closing 20% of its stations, impacting 12% of riders. They include Oakland International Airport, South San Francisco and West Dublin/Pleasanton. "It's a tragedy," said Ed Locker, a BART Rider from Santa Rosa. "Everybody uses BART and has for over 50 years, I think. It would be a real sad thing."
San Francisco
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

MTA to replace aging trains in NYC subway system

The MTA is replacing aging trains that have been running since the 1980s. More than 2,300 subway cars will be purchased, replacing nearly a third of the current subway fleet.
New York City
NYC politics
fromHoodline
1 month ago

NYC January Subway Crime Rises As Enforcement Drops

NYC subway major felonies rose 6.1% in January 2026 while arrests declined 3.1%, creating mixed safety signals amid increased hate incidents and rider anxiety.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | It's time to crack down on New York City's toll-dodgers | amNewYork

Toll evasion costs the MTA $50 million annually; proposed legislation would strengthen enforcement against license plate obscuring and persistent violators through confiscation, driving record penalties, and reclassified charges.
New York City
fromBond Buyer
1 month ago

MTA capital cost savings may be example for other agencies

The MTA's Construction & Development Department achieved $1.2 billion in cost savings during 2025, bringing total savings to $3 billion from 2020-2024, demonstrating cost management strategies applicable to other transit agencies nationwide.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Mamdani admin. to consider eliminating free parking as NYC grapples with $5.4B shortfall

New York City is considering converting free on-street parking to metered parking to help address a $5.4 billion budget gap, potentially generating up to $1.3 billion annually.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Advocates to MTA: More Fare Caps Will Be Fairer For All - Streetsblog New York City

OMNY's single seven-day fare cap limits rider flexibility; adding daily and monthly caps would better serve diverse trip patterns and heavy transit users.
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