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New Jersey 16 hours ago

Congestion pricing: NJ will get share of controversial tolling money — but how much?

New Jersey got a victory in their fight against congestion pricing. While charging drivers steep tolls to enter Manhattan south of 61st street is still set to happen in June, New Jersey communities wi...

congestion pricing 5 hours ago

NJ will get a share of congestion pricing money, MTA chair announces
congestion pricing Apr 16

NYC lawmakers make last-ditch effort to keep congestion pricing from happening

New York Apr 15

Last-ditch legislative effort to stop NYC's congestion pricing

New York City is two months away from the start of congestion pricing but lawmakers on Staten Island has launched a repeal to stop the tolls. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
as seen on Apr 12

Queens-bound side of BQE to be fully closed over weekend: What to know

There is a commuter alert for anyone driving around the boroughs this weekend, as the Queens-bound lanes of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway will be shut down through Sunday. Drivers can expect delays —...
Brooklyn Apr 12

BQE to close this weekend, causing traffic nightmare in Brooklyn

Part of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway will be closed for repairs for the entire weekend, according to the city’s Department of Transportation, and it could lead to a traffic nightmare in downto...
Commuter Alert Apr 13

‘Take mass transit:' BQE closure to make traffic nightmare in downtown Brooklyn

Looking to get from Brooklyn to Queens this weekend? Don’t count on taking one of the main thoroughfares.

New York City Mar 27

MTA approves congestion pricing exemptions: What it means for drivers

It’s full steam ahead for congestion pricing, as the MTA board held its final vote on who will be exempt from the surcharge. The only exemptions will be for school buses, commuter buses and essential government vehicles. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff breaks it down.
congestion pricing Mar 27

MTA board OKs congestion pricing plan, paving way for $15 tolls (and up) starting this summer

A majority of the MTA board voted Wednesday in favor of New York City congestion pricing, greenlighting the controversial plan that will charge cars $15 to enter Manhattan below 61st Street and hit trucks with even higher tolls starting in just a few months. Only one of the 12 board members opposed the proposal. The no vote was Nassau County…...
New York City Mar 27

MTA board expected to vote on congestion pricing plan

The MTA’s full board is expected to vote Wednesday on its congestion pricing plan, charging cars $15 to drive below 61st Street.
New York City Mar 25

Here's who could possible be exempt from having to pay congestion pricing tolls

Today the MTA shared who may be exempt from congestion pricing tolls in New York City, though there still has to be a final vote to approve those exemptions. But either way, congestion pricing seems to be a near-certainty for this summer. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
New York City Mar 25

MTA reveals congestion pricing exemptions

We have key new details of the MTA’s congestion plan pricing ahead of a final vote later this week. Romney Smith reports.
congestion pricing Mar 25

Here's the likely NYC congestion pricing exempt list

Ahead of a final vote on New York City congestion pricing, MTA officials are clarifying some of the finer points of the Manhattan plan, including which groups may be exempt from the toll. NBC New York has a first look at the planned exemptions for congestion pricing ahead of its potential start this summer. The majority of cars likely to…...
congestion pricing Mar 22

NAACP backs lawsuit to stop NYC congestion pricing plan, as final MTA board vote nears

The NAACP is the latest group to join the calls to halt the MTA’s plan that would charge drivers to enter Manhattan below 61st Street. Here’s the latest on the controversial plan
New York City Mar 22

NAACP files federal lawsuit against NYC's congestion pricing plan

A new group is joining the calls to stop the MTA’s congestion pricing plan from taking effect — something that’s slated to begin in just a few months. The NAACP is backing legal action to block the plan to charge drivers entering Manhattan below 61st Street. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
New York City Mar 4

Final public hearing for congestion pricing set: What to know

For those with an opinion on congestion pricing, Monday is the last chance to let the MTA know how you feel about it — either in favor or against . It is the final public hearing before the controversial plan that would charge drivers $15 to enter Manhattan at 60th Street and below is set to go into place during...
New York City Mar 4

MTA to hold final congestion pricing hearings

The MTA is having congestion pricing hearings to decide on raising the price for commuters into NYC. Romney Smith reports live from lower Manhattan.
congestion pricing Mar 4

Got gripes on congestion pricing? Today is your last chance to complain publicly

Are you vehemently opposed to the MTA’s plan of charging vehicles at least $15 to enter Manhattan around midtown and below? Or perhaps you’re excited to see what the influx of funds could do to help your daily commutes? Either way, Monday is your last chance to say your piece. The final two of four public comment hearings on...
congestion pricing Mar 1

NYC firefighters make fiery pitch for congestion pricing exemption

Are you vehemently opposed to the MTA’s plan of charging vehicles at least $15 to enter Manhattan around midtown and below? Or perhaps you’re excited to what the new influx of funds could do to help your subway commute each day? Either way, now’s the time to let your voice be heard.
Manhattan Mar 1

NYC firefighters rally against congestion pricing

Firefighters say they deserve a break from the soon first-in-the-nation congestion pricing in NYC. News 4’s Andrew Siff reports.

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