Not So Fast: Advocates Aren’t Sold on Gov. Hochul’s AV Push
"There is no evidence that autonomous vehicles help us achieve our goals to make our state or city’s streets more people-centered," one group said.
January 13, 2026
Advance Look: Hochul Offers Major Transportation Policies in 2026 ‘State Of The State’ Speech
Why wait for the governor to start her annual address? We have the goods for you now.
January 13, 2026
State of the State Exclusive: Hochul Will Push ‘Stop Super Speeders’ Bill Through Her Budget
New York City motorists with a documented pattern of excessive speeding would be required to install speed-limiting devices inside their cars, Gov. Hochul is expected to announce today.
January 13, 2026
Tuesday Headlines: State Of The State Edition
Strap in, folks. It's going to be a heck of a year. Plus other news.
January 13, 2026
Monday’s Headlines: Welcome to ‘Streetsblog Empire State’
We're open for business — and we'll be bringing Streetsblog's livable streets coverage to the entire state, not just "the city."
January 12, 2026
Bill Watch: New York Still Needs to Commit to Lowering Vehicle Miles Traveled
The state Legislature could use 2026 as a year to find a solution to reducing the number of cars traveling across the state, but it may be more of the same.
January 9, 2026
Open Session: What We Need to See From Albany in 2026
The new legislative session is a big opportunity for the pols and Gov. Hochul, as well as the advocates pressuring them, to make substantial progress on transportation policy. Will they take it?
January 7, 2026
Hochul Vetoed Controversial Bill Mandating Two Operators on Most Subway Trains
The veto from Hochul came over the concerns of organized labor who saw the legislation as a way to make subway travel safer.
December 19, 2025
Mamdani’s Free Buses Plan Faces ‘Uphill Battle’ in Albany
The fight over free buses could be an early barometer of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Hochul's ability to compromise.
December 16, 2025
Watchdog Wants Hochul To Nix Bus Lane Enforcement Freebies for MTA Drivers
Lawmakers think the bill prevents MTA employees from getting a "slap in the face" for doing their jobs, but it could open the door to abuse.
December 11, 2025
