MTA: Submit congestion pricing exemption applications now as tolls begin Jan. 5
The MTA is accepting applications for income-based, disability-based and other exemptions and discounts from eligible drivers and organizations for the toll program that begins Jan. 5.
Hochul Blocks Surge-Pricing Hike On Congestion Toll: Report
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority planned to increase the $9 congestion toll by 25 percent on days when traffic is the worst.
MTA could raise NYC congestion pricing toll 25% on gridlock alert days, but Hochul says she won't allow it
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
MTA says it has the right to hike congestion pricing toll 25% on gridlock alert days
However, Gov. Kathy Hochul says "under no circumstances" will she allow it to happen. The controversial tolling plan begins on Jan. 5. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has the story.
Hochul balks at MTA plan to hike congestion pricing during heavy traffic days
Gov. Hochul put the kibosh on the MTA’s plan to boost congestion pricing in Manhattan during times of extreme gridlock.
Countdown to congestion pricing: Gov. Hochul fires back at MTA's extra 'surcharge'
The controversial congestion pricing plan is set to begin on Jan. 5. Now the Metropolitan Transportation Authority says it has the authority to hike the price 25% on gridlock alert days.
No Gridlock Alert surcharge for congestion pricing, Gov. Kathy Hochul decides
The MTA will not be able to "surge" the base congestion pricing fee of $9 on Gridlock Alert days, Gov. Kathy Hochul has decided. As part of the congestion pricing plan, the MTA has stated it "reserves the right to charge an extra 25%" on city designated Gridlock Alert days.
Suspect in NYC subway killing indicted on murder and arson charges
The man accused of lighting a woman on fire in a New York City subway car has been indicted on murder and arson charges.
State legislative leaders reject MTA capital plan, intend to include it in budget talks
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NYC's congestion pricing begins January 5: Which drivers are eligible for discounts?
Some drivers could qualify for a discount that reduces the congestion toll by 50%, while drivers with disabilities or health ...
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The MTA capital plan is rejected. What does that mean?
In a letter to MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber, the leaders cited revenue concerns – about $33 billion of the $65 billion plan ...
Go phish! Scammers target FasTrak system users with threatening texts
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MTA effort to improve procurement has fallen short, New York state comptroller’s report says
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has not done enough in streamlining its procurement process to make it more ...
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MTA promises more Queens bus service
No borough relies on buses like Queens ...”Janno Lieber, chairman and CEO of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke ...
What to Know About the Death of a Woman Set on Fire on New York Train
NEW YORK — The man accused of lighting a woman on fire on a New York City subway and fanning the flames as she burned to ...
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New York MTA capital plan rejected by state legislative leaders
New York state legislative leaders have rejected a $65 billion capital plan for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, ...
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Judge clears way for New York congestion pricing
A New York judge this week rejected the Trucking Association of New York’s (TANY) motion for preliminary injunction against ...