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New York Will Test Gun-Detecting Technology in Subway System, Mayor Says

Implementation of technology to detect guns in NYC subway
Public feedback period and policy transparency
Investment in mental health workers in subway system

How the NYC subway system has transformed neighborhoods over 120 years

The New York City subway system has dramatically transformed neighborhoods and community identities over 120 years, becoming essential for transportation and cultural connections.

With Hurricane Season Underway, Flooding Concerns Rise Among New York Commuters

New York City's subway faces increasing flooding issues due to heavy rainfall and climate change, impacting commuters and exposing infrastructure vulnerabilities.

Happy 120th birthday to the NYC Subway! Nostalgic trip celebrates a milestone underground | amNewYork

The subway system has been crucial to New York City’s development and urban growth over the last 120 years.

Transit Museum to mark subway's 120th anniversary with exhibit, vintage train rides

The New York Transit Museum celebrates the subway's 120th anniversary with a new exhibit and vintage train rides.

How New York City's "Sahara Desert" Subways Are Adapting To Heatwaves

New York City's subway system struggles with oppressive heat every summer, highlighting the impacts of climate change on urban transportation.

New York Will Test Gun-Detecting Technology in Subway System, Mayor Says

Implementation of technology to detect guns in NYC subway
Public feedback period and policy transparency
Investment in mental health workers in subway system

How the NYC subway system has transformed neighborhoods over 120 years

The New York City subway system has dramatically transformed neighborhoods and community identities over 120 years, becoming essential for transportation and cultural connections.

With Hurricane Season Underway, Flooding Concerns Rise Among New York Commuters

New York City's subway faces increasing flooding issues due to heavy rainfall and climate change, impacting commuters and exposing infrastructure vulnerabilities.

Happy 120th birthday to the NYC Subway! Nostalgic trip celebrates a milestone underground | amNewYork

The subway system has been crucial to New York City’s development and urban growth over the last 120 years.

Transit Museum to mark subway's 120th anniversary with exhibit, vintage train rides

The New York Transit Museum celebrates the subway's 120th anniversary with a new exhibit and vintage train rides.

How New York City's "Sahara Desert" Subways Are Adapting To Heatwaves

New York City's subway system struggles with oppressive heat every summer, highlighting the impacts of climate change on urban transportation.
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#public-transit

Friday Video: Full Frontal NYC - Streetsblog New York City

The video of the subway journey offers solace and appreciation for the city's comprehensive public transit network amidst political challenges.

TTC phasing out 'no tap' gates to cut down on fare evasion | CBC News

The TTC is phasing out "no tap" gates to combat fare evasion, costing them over $20 million annually.

Friday Video: Full Frontal NYC - Streetsblog New York City

The video of the subway journey offers solace and appreciation for the city's comprehensive public transit network amidst political challenges.

TTC phasing out 'no tap' gates to cut down on fare evasion | CBC News

The TTC is phasing out "no tap" gates to combat fare evasion, costing them over $20 million annually.
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In Barcelona, the subway trains are helping power the stations

Barcelona's subway system utilizes innovative regenerative braking technology to power EV chargers and reduce carbon emissions.
#mta

MTA unveils ambitious plan to illuminate subway system with LED lighting by 2026 * Brooklyn Paper

MTA to convert subway lights to LED by mid-2026
NYC Transit to upgrade 13 subway stations by Q1 2024

MTA Unveils $68.4B Budget for 2025 - 2029

The MTA's 2025-2029 Capital Plan allocates $68.4 billion towards urgent upgrades and repairs for its subway system.

Order on Court Street as MTA completes subway station renovation * Brooklyn Paper

The Court Street R station in New York City has undergone renovations as part of the MTA's Re-NEW-vation Program.
The renovations included cleaning, repairing, and repainting the station, replacing light fixtures with LED lights, and improving signage.

MTA unveils ambitious plan to illuminate subway system with LED lighting by 2026 * Brooklyn Paper

MTA to convert subway lights to LED by mid-2026
NYC Transit to upgrade 13 subway stations by Q1 2024

MTA Unveils $68.4B Budget for 2025 - 2029

The MTA's 2025-2029 Capital Plan allocates $68.4 billion towards urgent upgrades and repairs for its subway system.

Order on Court Street as MTA completes subway station renovation * Brooklyn Paper

The Court Street R station in New York City has undergone renovations as part of the MTA's Re-NEW-vation Program.
The renovations included cleaning, repairing, and repainting the station, replacing light fixtures with LED lights, and improving signage.
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Assessing New York City's new safety measures for the subway

The SCOUT Program effectively combines law enforcement and mental health services to enhance subway safety and support New Yorkers with mental health challenges.
#air-pollution

Study shows toxic air in NYC subway system

Exposure to toxic air in NYC subway, especially impacting low-income riders.

Scientific study shows high pollution levels in NYC subway, Black and Brown commuters and workers impacted the most

Air pollution in NYC's subway system disproportionately affects low-income, minority communities, impacting health and commute times.

Study shows toxic air in NYC subway system

Exposure to toxic air in NYC subway, especially impacting low-income riders.

Scientific study shows high pollution levels in NYC subway, Black and Brown commuters and workers impacted the most

Air pollution in NYC's subway system disproportionately affects low-income, minority communities, impacting health and commute times.
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#fare-evasion

'Operation Fare Play': NYPD floods subways with 800 more cops to target fare-beaters

Increased police presence in subways to target fare evasion and prevent violent crimes
NYPD's 'Operation Fare Play' aims to deter fare-beating with extra officers based on crime levels and complaints.

New Subway Fare Gates and Platform Barriers Fail to Impress New Yorkers

Transit officials are testing new fare gates and metal platform barriers to address fare evasion and accidents on the subway system.
The new fare gates and platform barriers have received mixed reviews from New Yorkers.

'Operation Fare Play': NYPD floods subways with 800 more cops to target fare-beaters

Increased police presence in subways to target fare evasion and prevent violent crimes
NYPD's 'Operation Fare Play' aims to deter fare-beating with extra officers based on crime levels and complaints.

New Subway Fare Gates and Platform Barriers Fail to Impress New Yorkers

Transit officials are testing new fare gates and metal platform barriers to address fare evasion and accidents on the subway system.
The new fare gates and platform barriers have received mixed reviews from New Yorkers.
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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.

New York Governor Considers Banning Face Masks on Subways

Gov. Hochul considering banning subway face masks due to antisemitic incidents
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