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Congestion pricing in NYC starts

Peak vs. off-peak congestion pricing: Price difference, times, what drivers should know

The controversial congestion pricing plan from the MTA is now in effect, meaning it will cost more to enter midtown and lower Manhattan. But how much more? That depends on the time of day, and whether it's a weekday or weekend.

CBS News on MSN · 8h

Congestion pricing in NYC starts after years of turmoil

The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is over. Drivers now must pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.

Bloomberg L.P. · 1h

NYC’s Congestion Pricing Off to Quiet Start With Big Test Coming

New York City kicked off the first congestion pricing program in the US, part of an effort to reduce the number of vehicles in the world’s most traffic-clogged urban area while raising money for transit infrastructure.

New York launches new congestion pricing

Gothamist · 3h

As congestion pricing launches, New Yorkers say they're eager for better, safer subways

Congestion pricing aims to push drivers out of cars and onto mass transit. But it could be years before New Yorkers see major improvements to their subway commutes.

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The New York Times · 6h

Live Updates: New York Begins Congestion Pricing Without Hiccups

Transportation officials want to reduce the number of taxis, Ubers and Lyfts that idle in heavy traffic. To do that, they will charge riders new fees.

CBS New York on MSN · 8h

Congestion pricing maps show which New York roads and tunnels are and are not impacted

With congestion pricing now in effect in New York City, after a judge's ruling quashed a lawsuit against it, many are asking how do the new tolls work? Most already know about the $9 toll to enter Manhattan at or below 60th Street,

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 ...

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MTA holds cheery ceremony to unveil congestion pricing signs — hours before drivers are set to feel the pain

The MTA held a cheery celebration to unveil a new “Congestion Relief Zone” sign in Manhattan, just hours before drivers will ...

How does congestion pricing work? What to know about license plate readers

Congestion pricing is officially in effect in New York City as of Sunday. You’ll pay a $9 once-daily toll during peak hours when entering Manhattan’s Central ...

Long Island Press6h

OpEd: Congestion pricing burdens Long Island commuters without direct benefits

While its goals are laudable – less pollution, fewer cars on crowded streets, and increased funding for public transit – ...

NYC public service workers may ditch Manhattan posts due to costly congestion pricing tolls: Report

According to the publication, Staten Island resident, Jennifer DiScalo Tricomi said her husband, who works for the NYC ...

MTA officials say they're prepared to handle any issues with congestion pricing

Congestion pricing is expected to generate billions in revenue to modernize New York’s transit infrastructure. Still, the ...

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Where is the congestion relief zone? MTA answers top questions

New York City’s first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan took effect Sunday, charging drivers to enter parts of Manhattan up to $9 to enter the busiest part of the Big Apple during peak hours. So ...

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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 ...

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