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OPINION: Chaos At The Curb Is A Choice — But Automated Enforcement Can Fix It

Assembly Member Steven Raga and state Sen. Julia Salazar have a plan to fix illegal curb-side parking in New York City.

January 27, 2026

Gov. Hochul’s Car Insurance Proposal is a Disaster for Crash Victims’ Rights

As a state that values walking and biking, we cannot allow the governor to gut the rights of the people most at risk — especially since it won't lower insurance rates anyway.

January 26, 2026

The Talk of D.C.: Rumors Flying that Trump Wants to Undo Bike Lanes in Capital

The feds appear to be mounting an argument that bike lanes cause congestion in the nation's capitol — and advocates are bracing for a fight.

January 26, 2026

Monday Headlines: Snowpocalypse Edition

Delayed trains, closed roads, icy sidewalks and a pristine opportunity to make snow angels. Plus other news.

January 26, 2026

New Details: Hochul’s Car Insurance ‘Affordability’ Pitch Will Shortchange Crash Victims

Hochul's Uber-backed bid to make car insurance affordable hides harmful policies for victims of car drivers.

January 23, 2026

State Pols Could Regulate E-Bikes Despite Not Knowing What They Are

State lawmakers are flirting with the idea of regulating e-bikes as if they were cars, but don't have all the facts.

January 23, 2026

Talking Headways Podcast: A Week Without Driving

Anna Zivarts discusses the lessons of her national campaign and yearly event with several politicians who brought it to their communities.

January 23, 2026

Friday Headlines: Trouble On The Horizon Edition

New York is seemingly all spin and fear these days. Plus other news.

January 23, 2026

Assembly To Discuss E-Bike Regulations In Wake of NJ Restrictions

Lawmakers appear ready to regulate e-bikes amid concerns that they are looking at the wrong solution and knee-capping the industry

January 22, 2026