NYC congestion pricing in effect: Drivers' guide for map, costs and exemptions

The landmark initiative, which began on Sunday, is designed to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and raise funds for much-needed public transit upgrades.

NYC congestion pricing: How Uber, Lyft, and taxi fares are impacted

With congestion pricing now in effect, the cost of Uber, Lyft and taxi rides in Manhattan may get more expensive. Here's how it works:

Queens restaurant named best new spot in the U.S. in new report

Tootles and French in Astoria, Queens has just been crowned the best new restaurant in the entire country by USA Today.

How much snow will NYC get Saturday? Forecast, timeline, scenarios

Snow is expected to fall this weekend in parts of the NYC area, but will the Big Apple get 2 inches ... or 20, like seen in forecast models on social media? Here's what you need to know.

NYC to crack down on obscured license plates as congestion pricing begins

The crackdown could include a $50 fine for parked cars with obstructed plates, in addition to penalties for those caught driving through toll areas undetected.

Blizzard or bust: Will NYC see a major snowstorm this weekend?

Forecast models showing a major snowstorm for the New York City area this weekend have been making the rounds on social media. But will it happen?

2 found dead in JetBlue plane's landing gear area after flying from JFK Airport

Two people were found dead inside a JetBlue plane's landing gear compartment after the aircraft departed from JFK Airport and landed in Florida, authorities said.

Brutal cold to freeze NYC as arctic air infiltrates America

An extended stretch of brutal cold is on the way courtesy of an arctic outbreak. These frigid temperatures are expected to remain in place across the eastern half of the country for at least the next two weeks.

Court proceedings for Luigi Mangione delayed several weeks

Prosecutors and defense lawyers say an indictment will not be required to be brought against Luigi Mangione until Feb. 17.

Robbers hit 49 stores across NYC, stole ATMs, cash: NYPD

Police said the trio of burglars struck 49 stores across Upper Manhattan, The Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens between Sept. 19 and Dec. 26.

Winter storm Monday: Timing, how much snow NYC could see

The first major winter storm of 2025 has made its way to the East Coast. Here's what you need to know for NYC.

E-ZPass NY website flooded on 1st day of workweek congestion pricing

The E-ZPass New York website pushed users to a waiting room on the first workday when New York City's new congestion pricing toll was in effect.

Was New York City crime up or down in 2024?

On the subway, felony assaults were up 65% from 2019 to 2024, according to the MTA. In 2019, 374 felony assaults were reported, while in 2024, 579 were reported.