Outdoor dining returns to NYC, but confusion and red tape remains
Outdoor dining is officially back in New York City, but with a new set of seasonal rules and plenty of confusion. Restaurant owners say the updated program—requiring permits and liquor license alterations—is expensive and unclear.
NYC could lower speed limit to 20 mph on some streets
The NYC DOT has begun to reduce speed limits in select locations following the enactment of Sammy's Law. Here's where the speed limits will be reduced in our area:
NYC's Summer Streets begins with expanded hours in Queens, Staten Island
New York City's annual Summer Streets event has begin in Queens and Staten Island with expanded hours for 2024.
Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2024: Street closures, entry points, more
Thousands of people are set to gather in New York City for the 48th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show. Here's a list of street closures:
NYC streets to see speed limits as low as 10 mph following Sammy's Law
After Sammy's Law was passed, the NYC DOT announced that some streets in New York City would soon have speed limits as low as 20 or even 10 mph.
NYC Summer Streets 2024: What you need to know
The Summer Streets program is returning to all five boroughs this summer with expanded hours, the NYC DOT said.
MTA installs bus lane cameras: Here's how the ACE program works
The MTA is cracking down on NYC drivers occupying the bus lanes by installing cameras that will automatically give drivers tickets.
86-year-old man struck and killed by DoT truck in Brooklyn
Police are investigating after a 86-year-old man was struck and killed by a Department of Transportation truck in Brooklyn on Wednesday. Authorities say the force of the crash decapitated the victim.
NYC DOT begins Second Avenue redesign with wider bike, upgraded bus lanes
Construction officially started on Manhattan's Second Avenue, including wider bike lanes and upgraded bus lanes.
NYC's autonomous vehicle program: What you need to know
NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the DOT announced the requirements for safe autonomous vehicle (AV) testing in the city and that applications are now open for a new permit program.
NYC launches e-bike safety campaign: 'Get Smart Before You Start'
NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) launched a new campaign called, "Get Smart Before You Start" on e-bike safety.
Report on first 10 years of 'Vision Zero' on NYC streets
A report by Transportation Alternatives showcased the data from the first 10 years of "Vision Zero" on New York City streets.
Staten Island Ferry to bring back food, beverage service for first time since 2020
The Staten Island Ferry is aiming to bring back food and beverage service for passengers by the fall of 2024.
NYC's hourly parking rates set to rise 20% starting Monday
Hourly parking meter rates will increase in New York City by 20% beginning Monday. In some of the busiest areas of Manhattan, rates will be increasing from $1 to $5 an hour.
NYC's 'Trick-or-Streets' returns this weekend
The initiative, which started last year, is helping New Yorkers celebrate Halloween by expanding car-free pedestrian spaces for families and trick-or-treaters.
NYC DOT announces weekend BQE closures for 'necessary deck repair work'
Travelers are strongly encouraged to avoid the BQE during scheduled closures.
NYC DOT to tow bikes parked for more than 7 days
The NYC DOT is going to implement a new policy to tow bikes that are parked for more than a week.
Watch: DoT truck catches fire, explodes in Queens
Authorities are investigating after a Department of Transportation truck caught fire and exploded in Long Island City on Wednesday afternoon.
NYC congestion pricing: MTA's environmental assessment supports plan
A milestone in the process toward bringing congestion pricing to Lower Manhattan.
NYC DOT launches new platform to report double-parking, blocked bike and bus lanes
The NYC DOT has launched a new web platform where New York residents can report areas where double-parking and blocked bike and bus lanes often happen due to vehicles unloading and loading.