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MTA chief defends NYC congestion pricing as toll rolls into first week

MTA Chairman Janno Lieber took to the airwaves to defend City's congestion pricing from what he called “grievance politics” Tuesday, ahead of the second rush-hour under the controversial tolling plan,

YAHOO!News · 6h

Congestion pricing is here for NYC commuters. See time periods for toll, how billing works

As part of a the MTA's congestion pricing plan, commuters will be charged a toll upon entering parts of Manhattan during specific times.

Travel + Leisure on MSN · 1d

What to Know About NYC's Congestion Pricing for Drivers — and How It'll Impact Taxis and Rideshares

The congestion pricing plan will now charge most passenger vehicles headed into the busiest parts of Manhattan $9 during peak times.

Yahoo · 14h

How Some Drivers Are Avoiding NYC's Congestion Pricing

Congestion pricing has started in New York City. Now, some motorists are devising clever ways to avoid the toll cameras planted strategically around the city. Some commuters are taking extraordinary steps to avoid paying the $9 toll.

New York Begins Congestion Pricing Without Hiccups

Newsday · 1d

Commuters grumble, MTA reports 'no hiccups' on congestion pricing's first rush hour

Congestion pricing got its first rush hour test on Monday morning, with MTA officials saying it was a smooth ride and drivers grumbling about the $9 fee to enter parts of Manhattan.

The New York Times · 1d

Live Updates: Reality Sets In During First Monday of Congestion Pricing

The tolls were introduced just past midnight on Sunday. Officials are still assessing how they are affecting traffic patterns in New York City.

Reuters · 1d

New York rolls out first U.S. congestion pricing to cut traffic

New York City's new congestion pricing toll for drivers entering the center of Manhattan began on Sunday (January 5). Drivers will now pay $9 to access the busiest part of the city during peak hours.

Nation's 1st congestion toll now active in Manhattan

Hosted on MSN · 2d

Congestion pricing launches ‘smoothly’ as MTA sets sights on ‘getting projects done’ with new cash flow

Just 12 hours after congestion pricing’s launch, the head of the MTA touted its early success and defended its launch. “It has gone smoothly,” MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said at a Grand Central Terminal press conference on Sunday afternoon.

The Boston Globe · 1d

Driving into Manhattan? That’ll cost you, as new congestion toll starts Sunday.

New York’s new toll for drivers entering the center of Manhattan began on Sunday, meaning many people will pay $9 to access the busiest part of the Big Apple during peak hours.

ABC 7 New York on MSN · 1d

Nation's first congestion toll now active in Manhattan

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MTA reports surge in subway ridership as congestion pricing takes effect

Everyone wants to know the impact of congestion pricing on the roads and the rails. An early snapshot from the MTA shows the ...

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Mobility tax, other fees to prop up flailing MTA even after congestion toll — but Hochul’s plans remain secret

“The MTA operates like the mob,” Councilman Joe Borelli (R-Staten Island) said. “The Congestion Capo, Janno Lieber, is ready ...

'This is historic': New York City's congestion pricing is now in effect

MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber joins Morning Joe to discuss the start of congestion pricing in the city, criticisms of the ...

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 ...

Congestion pricing toll evasion prompts crackdown by NYPD

Three days after congestion pricing began, officials are already tackling toll evasion and cracking down on drivers breaking the law. One city council member ...

ABC 7 New York on MSN4h

NYPD cracks down on motorists trying to evade congestion pricing toll

Assisting the MTA, the NYPD stopped two drivers who tried to cover up parts of their license plates to avoid being charged as they entered the congestion zone.