Tag: nyc-congestion-pricing

New York officials and organizations denounce reports of Trump move to stop congestion pricing

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Jan. 30, 2025 By Shane O’Brien New York officials and organizations have hit out at reports that the Trump Administration is considering a move to halt the congestion pricing toll for motorists entering Manhattan south of 60th Street. The New York Times reported Thursday afternoon that the Department of Transportation is considering a move…

Act Fast: Shake Shack’s Congestion Pricing Combo bids farewell after Friday Jan 17

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Jan. 16, 2025 By Athena Dawson The popular fast-casual burger chain Shake Shack is offering a meal deal for New Yorkers dealing with congestion pricing woes. Act fast, as the restaurant’s Congestion Pricing Combo will be gone after Friday, Jan 17.  The $9 Combo, which is identical in pricing to the new toll, includes…

Holden and Common Sense Caucus urge MTA to address legal challenges before tolls begin Jan. 5

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Jan. 2, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Queens Council Members Robert Holden, Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino have called on the MTA to pause congestion pricing until a number of ongoing lawsuits are resolved. The Queens council members belong to the New York City Council’s Common Sense Caucus, which issued a joint statement on Monday…