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Is it the end of congestion pricing already? Trump, Hochul in talks over toll's future
In the 36 days congestion pricing has been in effect, there’s been something looming over the nation’s first congestion toll: President Donald Trump. Over the weekend, the president reportedly gave exclusive comments to the New York Post in which he referenced recent conversations with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. “I think it’s really horrible, but I want to discuss...
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Could Manhattan street parking get limited to local residents only?
There’s a new plan in the works at the City Council to improve parking in parts of Manhattan — solving a problem that many in the area claim has gotten out of control.
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Could Manhattan street parking get limited to local residents only?
Finding parking in some areas of Manhattan was already nearly impossible, and now thanks to congestion pricing, drivers who live above 60th Street say it’s even harder to find. But a new plan in the works could help tackle the issue. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
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One month of congestion pricing: What impact has toll had on traffic?
Wednesday marked exactly one month since congestion pricing started in New York City. It’s the nation’s first and only tolling plan of its kind and new numbers detail its impact. And despite initial opposition, a new poll suggests most NYC drivers want it to stick around. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
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New numbers show a million fewer cars in NYC, as opinion on congestion pricing climbs
Wednesday marked exactly one month since congestion pricing started in New York City. It’s the nation’s first and only tolling plan of its kind, and new numbers show that not only is it having a dramatic impact on the roads, but also the public opposition to it may be softening.
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MTA reveals results of first weeks of congestion pricing: What data shows
It’s almost been a month since the MTA flipped the switch on congestion pricing, and the agency says so far it appears to be working. The transit agency released new data touting faster commute times and more people using public transportation. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
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MTA calls congestion pricing ‘transformative' on commutes. Here's the impact so far
MTA officials say they’ve seen a mountain of early data to back up what many drivers have noticed: much less traffic in the three-plus weeks since congestion pricing began.
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Congestion pricing impacts: Fewer cars in Manhattan and fewer crashes, MTA finds
The MTA released new numbers on Friday showing that despite some perceptions, the controversial tolling program has made a big impact on the number of vehicles in Manhattan.
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MTA touts early success of congestion pricing
The nation’s first congestion pricing toll is closing out its third week here in Manhattan — but has it been successful? NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
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Gov. Murphy asks Trump to deliver on campaign promise to end congestion pricing
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is welcoming the new administration in Washington by reminding President Donald Trump of a campaign promise that would he says would benefit Garden State residents. In a letter sent to Trump on Monday, the governor said he welcomes any opportunity to work with the new administration in places “where we can find common ground.” One…
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Shake Shack offers limited-time $9 ‘NYC Congestion Pricing Combo' in tri-state
As drivers and passengers crossing the Hudson and East rivers are paying congestion pricing tolls since Jan. 5, Shake Shack has announced plans to give those commuters a temporary break at its tri-state locations. At select restaurants from Jan. 13 to 17, Shake Shack will be offering a $9 “NYC Congestion Pricing Combo” of a ShackBurger and regular fries for…
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MTA releases data from first week of congestion pricing: See changes in impact
A full week of congestion pricing is in place and the MTA shared the first look at its impacts. The agency claims it is working: According to their new numbers, the MTA said more than 200,000 fewer vehicles entered Manhattaan below 60th Street, a decrease of more than 7.5%. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
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MTA shares initial impacts of congestion pricing: Here are the changes in traffic
With the first full week of congestion pricing in the books, the MTA shared data showing the initial impacts of the controversial plan. And the agency claims it is working.
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Traffic in NYC cost drivers more than $1,800 in productivity in 2024, report says
A newly-released report from INRIX, a transportation data and analytics company, found that sitting in traffic cost New Yorkers more than $1,800 in 2024, the equivalent of almost three weeks of work. The report came on the heels of the first-in-the-nation congestion toll which made its debut, charging drivers entering the busiest part of Manhattan $9 during peak hours. According to…
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NYPD cracks down on drivers obscuring license plates to cheat congestion pricing tolls
Four days into New York City’s controversial congestion pricing plan, and police have already busted dozens of drivers trying to figure out ways to cheat the new toll.
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NYC cracks down on obscured license plates, days after congestion pricing launched
Just days into the controversial congestion pricing, some drivers are already trying to get around paying the new toll. That’s why officials are warning about a crackdown targeting drivers with faulty license plates. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
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Tracking effects of congestion pricing: How one group analyzes the data
The goal of congestion pricing is to cut down on traffic in the heart of Manhattan — but how do we know if the plan is actually working? One group is tracking the data to see the impact on city traffic patterns. NBC New York’s Checkey Beckford reports.
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NYC councilwoman seemingly alludes 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 permanently damage the cameras used to track drivers entering the new toll zone in Manhattan. On the day the long-awaited Congestion Relief Zone went live, Vickie Paladino posted a “warning” about laser pointers she said could be easily purchased online and used…
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NYC councilwoman criticized for congestion pricing post
A Queens lawmaker has been a consistent opponent of the congestion toll plan. In a social media post, she called attention to lasers that could potentially disable camera sensors. NBC New York’s Gus Rosendale reports.
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What happened during the first weekday of congestion pricing
It’s been decades in the making. Drivers entering Manhattan below Central Park will now find themselves in the Congestion Relief Zone, where the average toll will cost them $9. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff and Jen Maxfield report.