MTA
Policy
The sometimes overlooked tech behind the MTA
From countdown clocks to signal modernization, here’s how the transit system is making much needed improvements.
MTA
Policy
Cracking down on fare evasion on New York’s subways and buses
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is taking steps to stem a problem that cost the transit agency $690 million in lost revenue last year.
Transportation
Policy
New York’s major capital plans for commuter rail, subways and buses
Here’s a look at the biggest projects being taken on by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, New Jersey Transit and Amtrak.
Transportation
Personality
Leading New York’s transit improvements and capital projects
An interview with Jamie Torres-Springer, president of MTA Construction and Development
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Improving subways with a focus on customer service
An interview with New York City Transit President Richard Davey
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Keeping tabs on the MTA’s budget and policies
An interview with state Sen. Leroy Comrie, chair of the Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
How to build $16 billion of rail tunnels under the Hudson River
An interview with Gateway Development Commission CEO Kris Kolluri
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Pushing back on congestion pricing
An interview with Kenneth Zebrowski, chair of the Assembly Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
The fight against congestion pricing still isn’t over
An interview with Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Uncovering fraud and waste in the MTA’s $20 billion budget
An interview with MTA Inspector General Daniel Cort
New York State
Policy
Assembly has reservations about the Harvey Weinstein bill
Members believe the legislation could have unintended consequences for communities of color.
Heard Around Town
Policy
Council passes bills to fortify parking garage safety
The legislation follows a Lower Manhattan collapse that killed one person and injured five others last year.
New York City Council
Policy
Speaker Adams and Mayor Adams clash over City Council oversight of City Hall
The Council speaker is advancing legislation to give the council veto power over some mayoral appointments, but the mayor's newly-announced Charter Revision Commission could delay that.
Transportation
Policy
New York’s slow progress moving to EVs highlights obstacles cities face
While the city has struggled to build public chargers for electric vehicles, it has made strides in electrifying its own fleet.
Heard Around Town
Policy
Mayor Adams touts tech solutions at Smart City Expo
Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer also previewed a new RFP process that will give the private sector greater input on government projects.
Policy
Policy
Business zoning overhaul approved by key City Council committee
The City of Yes for Economic Opportunity will move forward with a few modifications.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Hochul makes end-of-session push for social media bills
The governor used dire language to describe the impact of algorithms on kids’ mental health.
Budget
Policy
Library leaders warn of branch closures if mayor’s budget cuts aren’t reversed
The presidents of the New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library and Queens Public Library said the planned $58.3 million budget cut would lead to severe staff shortages.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Advocates rally for MENA bill as NY session winds down
People who are Middle Eastern and North African shouldn’t be categorized as white by the state, advocates say.
New York City
Policy