NYC congestion pricing meets a typical volume of vehicles on its second workday
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
Congestion pricing launches in NYC
The first weekday of New York City's congestion pricing policy saw lighter-than-expected traffic, but questions remain whether the $9 peak-hour toll is responsible. The MTA estimates the fee could keep 100,
How are people reacting to congestion pricing in NYC?
The toll, known as congestion pricing, is meant to reduce traffic gridlock in densely packed Manhattan while also raising money to help fix the city’s ailing public transit infrastructure. It formally took effect Sunday.
Congestion pricing in NYC starts after years of turmoil
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is over. Drivers now must pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
NYC congestion pricing in effect: Drivers' guide for map, costs and exemptions
The landmark initiative, which began on Sunday, is designed to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and raise funds for much-needed public transit upgrades.
Paused NYC Transit Projects Advance With Congestion Pricing Program Launch
After Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) ordered an indefinite pause of congestion pricing last June, MTA officials paused some plans, including halting work on the $7.7-billion Second Avenue Subway Phase 2. The project, which is the costliest project being funded in part through the toll program, is planned to extend the line 1.8 miles and add three stations.
Congestion pricing is now live in NYC. Here's what commuters need to know.
Congestion pricing started on Sunday, Jan. 5 in NYC, after years of debate, planning, controversy and legal challenges.
Teachers Union opposes NYC congestion pricing plan
Supporters of the much debated congestion pricing plan say the toll will help reduce gridlock below 60th Street in Manhattan, while raising money to fix the MTA’s failing infrastructure. However, many opponents call the toll a “money grab”.
NYC’s Congestion Pricing Off to Quiet Start With Big Test Coming
New York City kicked off the first congestion pricing program in the US, part of an effort to reduce the number of vehicles in the world’s most traffic-clogged urban area while raising money for transit infrastructure.
NYC congestion pricing in effect as drivers get through first workday commute with new tolls
Congestion pricing is now in effect in NYC, and drivers faced the first weekday commute with the controversial new tolling system.
E-ZPass site crashes during NYC congestion pricing’s first workweek rush hour
Z. The state’s E-ZPass website crashed Monday morning during the Manhattan toll program’s first workweek rush hour. The ...
NYC congestion pricing off and running, with all eyes on the Monday morning rush
New York City congestion pricing, the first-in-the-nation tolling program​, got underway Sunday with no major issues, the MTA said.
FDNY union leaders warn against congestion pricing after being denied exemption: 'Don't go down this road'
FDNY unions are sounding the alarm on the city's new congestion pricing, warning it could delay response times and have deadly side effects as a result.
Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike – and owner Lyft’s push for NYC congestion pricing
Lyft boosted its Citi Bike prices Monday — just as they’re planning to make a killing off of congestion pricing they lobbied ...
NYC councilwoman seemingly eludes to damaging congestion toll cameras with lasers
A Queens councilwoman, a constant critic of congestion pricing, called attention over the weekend to something that could ...