19
Jan
2025
New York Governor Kathy Hochul's administration is under scrutiny as it prepares to unveil a budget proposal while keeping a critical funding plan for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) shrouded in secrecy. The plan aims to generate $33 billion through new taxes and fees, yet details remain elusive, prompting concerns about transparency and governance.
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19
Jan
2025
As New York City implements its new congestion pricing toll of $9 for vehicles entering Manhattan's designated zone, local restaurants are responding creatively to retain their customer base. Establishments such as Fresco by Scotto, Sushi by Bou, and Clinton Hall are introducing promotional discounts aimed at offsetting this unexpected expense for diners.
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18
Jan
2025
In a unique act of protest, the "Staten Island Beautification Squad" has taken to blocking numerous speed cameras across Staten Island with fake flowers. This unconventional tactic aims to highlight concerns about the proliferation of speed cameras and their perceived impact on local drivers.
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18
Jan
2025
The MTA's latest attempt to combat fare evasion - installing metal sheets with "spikes" on turnstiles - has quickly proven ineffective, highlighting a broader struggle with fare beating that cost the agency $800 million last year. This development represents another failed initiative in a series of unsuccessful attempts to address the growing problem without reverting to enforcement through arrests.
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18
Jan
2025
Texas has filed a lawsuit against Allstate and its subsidiary Arity for allegedly collecting extensive driver data without consent, raising concerns about privacy violations and the ethical implications of such data practices.
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17
Jan
2025
The implementation of NYC's congestion pricing toll has sparked significant frustration among drivers using the Queensboro Bridge. Many are voicing concerns over being charged despite not intending to enter the toll zone, highlighting a perceived unfairness in the tolling system.
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17
Jan
2025
As the automotive industry becomes increasingly interconnected, concerns over consumer privacy are escalating. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Allstate and its subsidiary Arity, alleging unlawful collection and sale of driving data from over 45 million consumers without consent. This legal action underscores a growing movement among legislators and privacy experts advocating for stricter regulations on data usage by car manufacturers and insurance companies.
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16
Jan
2025
In a significant move just days before President-elect Donald Trump assumed office, the Biden administration has solidified new regulations aimed at prohibiting the use of Chinese and Russian technology in connected vehicles. This action reflects growing concerns over national security and the integrity of supply chains in the automotive industry.
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15
Jan
2025
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated a lawsuit against Allstate Insurance and its data subsidiary, Arity, for allegedly tracking drivers without their consent. The lawsuit claims that the companies unlawfully collected, utilized, and sold driving data from over 45 million Americans, violating state privacy laws.
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