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Congestion pricing is a New York idea.
A Columbia University economist, William Vickrey, proposed charging varying tolls for roads and subways in the 1950s.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Congestion Pricing Has Begun in New York City. Here’s How It Works.
The tolling program, the first of its kind in the nation, will charge most drivers who enter Manhattan south of 60th Street during peak hours a $9 fee.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
New York becomes the first U.S. city with a congestion charge despite opposition
Motorists entering Manhattan’s busiest neighborhoods will now have to pay up to $9 in congestion charges, as New York City’s first-in-the-nation Congestion Relief Zone officially launched Sunday.NBC News - Jan. 5 -
Matsuyama sets 54-hole record to keep Sentry lead
Japan's Hideki Matsuyama sets a 54-hole tournament record as he keeps his one-shot lead at the PGA Tour season-opening event in Hawaii.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
Congestion Pricing Shows the Future of the Democratic Party
A model for how to deliver for voters without getting stuck in a traffic jam — political or otherwise.The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
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.CBS News - Jan. 5 -
New York City set to implement controversial plan to reduce traffic with congestion pricing
Beginning Sunday, New York City will implement a first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan designed to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements. Ali Bauman has more details.CBS News - Jan. 4 -
N.Y.C. Congestion Pricing Begins on Sunday
After twists and turns, a contentious plan meant to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements is scheduled to take effect at midnight Sunday.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Biden administration plans $8 billion weapons sale to Israel
State Department tells Congress of a planned $8 billion weapons sale to Israel.ABC News - Jan. 4 -
The Trump Administration May Find It Can’t Do Without Diversity
Diversity was a virtue in the Biden administration. The Trump administration may discover the same thing.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Experts say high food prices are here to stay. Here's why
Some experts say there's really nothing the government can do about high food prices.CNBC - Jan. 4 -
Hideki Matsuyama sets the target at Kapalua and leads Collin Morikawa by 1
Hideki Matsuyama is leading The Sentry at the halfway point of the start to the new PGA Tour seasonABC News - Jan. 4 -
Why Coffee Prices Are Soaring (Again)
Wholesale coffee prices are trading near a 50-year high because of shortages related to extreme weather and increased global demand.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Judge Rejects New Jersey’s Bid to Halt Congestion Pricing
Starting Sunday, most drivers who enter Manhattan south of 60th Street during peak travel times will be charged a $9 fee.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Why is George Santos asking for a sentencing delay in federal fraud case?
George Santos is currently scheduled to be sentenced next month on Long Island after pleading guilty to federal fraud, campaign finance and embezzlement charges.ABC News - Jan. 3 -
Sark: Texas foe Ohio State 'best team' in football
Texas will face Ohio State in the CFP semifinals, but Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian says its the Buckeyes who are the "best team in college football."ESPN - Jan. 3 -
House Republicans Pledge Drilling and Make It Easier to Shed Federal Land
The newly elected Speaker said the party would make it a priority to “restore America’s energy dominance.”The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
NY governor eyes changes to involuntary commitment standards amid surge in transit crime
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said she would include legislation regarding the state’s involuntary commitment standards in her new executive budget following a series of violent subway attacks ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Federal court decision won't change California net neutrality law
The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals blasted the FCC's attempts to regulate broadband internet, but state laws in California and New York remain intact.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 3 -
E.V. Demand Leads Automakers to a Strong 2024 Finish
General Motors was the biggest winner in U.S. sales in the final quarter, with a gain of 21 percent. It more than doubled its electric vehicle sales.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Oil prices score weekly gains, buoyed by China policy support
Oil futures posted solid gains in a holiday-shortened week, buoyed by expectations of further stimulus in China, the world’s largest crude importer, to boost its sputtering economy.MarketWatch - Jan. 3 -
Thunderous 144mph aces: Mpetshi Perricard leads ‘serve-bot’ revival
French 21-year-old is one of many big servers making their mark and testing the speed clock early in 2025. As Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard stepped to the baseline for the start of his contest against ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Pokemon Go Community Day Ticket Prices Increased For January Event
Each month, Pokemon Go players take part in the mobile game's Community Day: A recurring monthly event in which one Pokemon takes center stage and becomes available to catch in its Shiny form. ...GameSpot - Jan. 3 -
Federal agencies warn of copycat attacks after Bourbon Street rampage
Federal agencies including the FBI warned of the potential for copycat vehicle ramming attacks after the deadly rampage on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Speaker Mike Johnson re-elected to lead Republican-controlled House
The 119th Congress begins with Republican majorities in both chambers and a vote to re-elect Mike Johnson as House speaker.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Biden administration adds exemptions into new climate rules for hydrogen energy
The Biden administration on Friday finalized fairly strict climate rules for the nascent hydrogen energy industry — but the rules contain new flexibilities that are expected to make them less ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
FBI seeking new leads on Jan. 6 pipe bomb suspect
The FBI is seeking new leads on the suspect who placed pipe bombs outside of the Republican and Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington, D.C., a day before the Jan. 6, 2021, ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
White leads No. 22 Illinois to 109-77 blowout at No. 9 Oregon
No. 22 Illinois made a resounding statement on the road with a 109-77 blowout of ninth-ranked Oregon on January 2.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
Net neutrality rules about internet speeds blocked by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has ruled that the FCC overstepped its authority by reinstating "net neutrality" rules governing internet service providers.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Hoge leads as PGA Tour season starts in Hawaii
Tom Hoge takes a one-stroke lead in the first round as the 2025 PGA Tour season tees off at The Sentry in Hawaii.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
FCC's net neutrality rules struck down, in another blow to Biden administration
A federal appeals court in Ohio ruled that the Federal Communications Commission lacked authority to reinstate open internet rules.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 2
