Author Archive
Aaron Short
New York City
Politics
Step aside governors, Hakeem Jeffries is ready to take the Democratic mantle
He’ll be on the front lines crafting the party’s messaging and fighting the Trump agenda in Washington, D.C.
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Kenny Burgos is ready to represent the city’s property owners
A Q&A with Kenny Burgos, head of the New York Apartment Association and former Assembly member.
- By Aaron Short
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.
- By Aaron Short
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.
- By Aaron Short
Transportation
Personality
Leading New York’s transit improvements and capital projects
An interview with Jamie Torres-Springer, president of MTA Construction and Development
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Improving subways with a focus on customer service
An interview with New York City Transit President Richard Davey
- By Aaron Short
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.
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
How to build $16 billion of rail tunnels under the Hudson River
An interview with Gateway Development Commission CEO Kris Kolluri
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Pushing back on congestion pricing
An interview with Kenneth Zebrowski, chair of the Assembly Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions.
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
The fight against congestion pricing still isn’t over
An interview with Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Uncovering fraud and waste in the MTA’s $20 billion budget
An interview with MTA Inspector General Daniel Cort
- By Aaron Short
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Special Reports
Policy
An unthinkable turnaround has happened at New York City’s airports
The Port Authority has poured billions into renovating and rebuilding three key gateways into the city.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
How the Port Authority has turned its airports into world-class facilities
A Q&A with Rick Cotton on the massive $30 billion overhaul.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
Solving the traffic frustrations around New York City’s airports
A Q&A with state Sen. Leroy Comrie on how the renovations at airports are benefiting Southeast Queens.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
Working to keep air traffic control jobs on Long Island
A Q&A with Rep. Anthony D’Esposito on how his subcommittee post has positioned him to help FAA workers.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
Evaluating how the Port Authority is doing on MWBE contracting
A Q&A with Selvena Brooks-Powers on what airport redevelopment projects mean for New Yorkers.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
Protecting airports from flooding and building out a ferry service option
A Q&A with Donovan Richards on how the water will be key to the future of New York City’s airports.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
Improving the community’s relationship with airports
A Q&A with Khaleel Anderson talks about cutting down on noise pollution around JFK Airport.
- By Aaron Short
Special Reports
Personality
Airports are the front doors to our communities
A Q&A with Janet Ho on the state Transportation Department’s role in aviation.
- By Aaron Short
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
State Sen. Jessica Ramos is moving forward with her 2024 labor agenda
Temporary disability insurance, adapting to extreme heat, tackling wage theft and more.
- By Aaron Short