Congestion Pricing Ignites an Old Rift: Drivers vs. Transit Riders - New York news - NewsLocker (2024)

As New York City prepares to roll out its tolling program on June 30, the divide between those who love their cars and those who embrace their subway lines has only grown.

Man who lost arm in car crash wished drugged driver did not go to prison

The man who caused the crash was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in prison Monday.

Making of the Belmont Jewel, a take on the Belmont Stakes signature drink

The Belmont Jewel is a take on the Belmont Julip and is being stirred exclusively at Bocage Champagne Bar in Saratoga Springs.

Broadview says mobile banking app restored after planned downtime

Broadview mobile banking app should be back online Monday, the credit union said.

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DEC eyes Albany sewer plant as source of foul smell

The Albany County Water Purification District was hit with two violations in May.

20 things you don't know about me: Shahila Abbasi, chef

Shahila Abbasi worked at the Lark Tavern and McGeary's before going out on her own as a personal chef.

Dutch king, queen to visit Albany next week

KingWillem-Alexander and QueenMaxima of the Netherlands will have meetings, tours related to shared history, current nanotech ties in Albany and New York City during visit next week.

Music Haven announces its 34th globe-trotting season, new film series

The free concert series returns to Schenectady's Central Park with Buena Vista Social Club guitarist Eliades Ochoa, Anat Cohen, Banda Magda and more.

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Power outage reported in Hudson area

The outage hit Hudson and neighboring Greenport Monday morning. National Grid expects power restoration later Monday.

National Grid restores power in Hudson area

Equipment malfunction blamed for the loss of electricity Monday in the city and neighboring Greenport.

Roglieri facing detention hearing Monday in wire fraud case

Kris Roglieri, the CEO of Prime Capital Ventures, was in custody over the weekend, following his arrest Friday on a wirefraud charge. Prosecutors call him a flight risk, "danger to the community."

Albany investigates stabbing death on Washington Avenue

Police found the victim after initially investigating the stabbing of another man, who survived.

Section 8 waitlist reopens in NYC after 15 years: What to know

Starting Monday, the city is opening the waitlist for NYCHA’s Section 8 Voucher Lottery for the first time in 15 years — allowing for more people to take a chance at the city’s rent subsidy lottery, according to city officials. The waitlist will be open for applications until Sunday, the city said. Mayor Eric Adams said that last time NYCHA...

Not at the track? Here's where to watch the Saratoga Belmont on TV.

Fox is offering two television broadcasts of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday, including one for experienced handicappers

New York Has a Week to Pass Laws on Social Media and Plastics. Will It?

Lawmakers in Albany are rushing to address various environmental and health-related initiatives, with just a week left in the 2024 legislative session.

Jeffrey Epstein victim sues psychiatrist Henry Jarecki for alleged rape, sex trafficking

Psychiatrist Henry Jarecki was identified in the suit as a friend of Jeffrey Epstein, who killed himself in 2019 after he was charged with child sex trafficking

NYC teens suffer depressive symptoms in large numbers in city's first mental health report

Depression and anxiety are rampant among New York City’s teenagers, with nearly half of them experiencing symptoms from one of both in recent years, according to a recent mental health report on the city’s residents. Last week, NYC health officials released a brand new, “first of its kind” report that digs into the mental health of the millions of people...

Chef addresses life concerns, becomes postal carrier

Chef Jose Arteche sold Shogun Sushi & Sake Bar in Delmar after 15 years and has no regrets about becoming a postal carrier to improve family life and finances.

RECAP receives $5M for permanent housing project to help Newburgh women

RECAP’s project will focus on single women in Newburgh facing homelessness and other challenges.

Disability rights group wins records' battle vs. NY Ed Department

A judge ruled the state Education Department violated state and federal laws by withholding documents from Disability Rights New York related to school for autistic children.

SEEN: 12th annual Schenectady Pride festival at Gateway Park

Were you Seen at the 12th annual Schenectady Pride festival on June 1 at Gateway Park in Schenectady?

Parents, kids, NICU staff reconnect at joyous Albany Med reunion

Nearly 700 people turned out for Albany Medical Center's first NICU reunion since 2017.

Bill would require EpiPens, training at large public venues

Legislation requiring epinephrine auto-injectors at large events and someone trained in the use of devices, if signed into law, passed both chambers with overwhelming support

Gold Bars, Steakhouse Dinners and Fast Talkers: The Menendez Trial

The trial of Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey could last another month in federal court in Lower Manhattan.

7 Days in the Cultural Life of a MoMA Photography Curator

Oluremi Onabanjo fills her week with early morning writing sessions, a live show at the Village Vanguard, time with other Black scholars and art all around New York City.

Father found guilty of 6-year-old son's death in NJ treadmill abuse case

A New Jersey father was found guilty last week in the treadmill death of his 6-year-old son, but he avoided the most serious murder charge.

Alleged Gilgo Beach killer facing new murder charge, sources say

The New York City architect arrested in connection with a string of decade-old bodies found on Long Island’s Gilgo Beach is expected to be arraigned on a new murder charge later this week, according to two sources familiar with the investigation. Rex Heuermann, of Massapequa Park, is expected to be arraigned Thursday on the new charge. The sources didn’t immediately...

Waiting List for Section 8 Housing Vouchers Reopens in NYC After 15 Years

A waiting list for federal housing vouchers that has been closed for nearly 15 years is reopening, providing a lifeline for families struggling to afford the city’s high rent.

Plastics and Social Media: N.Y. Lawmakers’ End-of-Session Targets

With one week left in the 2024 legislative session, New York lawmakers are rushing to address various environmental and health-related initiatives.

2 NYPD officers shot in Queens; suspect wounded

Two police officers were shot in Queens overnight in a chaotic scene that also saw a suspect wounded, authorities say. Authorities responded to the scene in East Elmhurst, at 23rd Avenue and 82nd Street, for a report of an officer shot and found the two injured cops, one with a bullet wound to the torso, the other with a bullet...