At least one driver racked up more than 100 speeding tickets yet remains on the road. A proposed bill would have gotten him in a safety course — and impounded his vehicle if he refused.
The Ride
Underground and Underserved: To Be Blind or Deaf and Ride the NYC Subway
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It’s well known the subway system offers little access to those with mobility challenges. But people with blindness, deafness and cognitive disabilities also have a hard time.
2020 Census
Queens Census Workers Face Immigration Fears, Illegal Housing Complications
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One of the biggest challenges to Census outreach efforts has been reaching immigrant populations, workers say — particularly in Queens, where nearly half the population is foreign-born.
The Ride
MTA’s Bronx Bus Redesign Leaves Some Disappointment at the Curb
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Some say the plan fails to provide meaningful service improvements that would draw riders back to the bus.
Government
The 10 Stories that Shaped New York City in 2019
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It’s the same city as it was in 2018, but a different place thanks to these developments.
The Ride
Skepticism on Proposed Changes to MTA Ride Service for the Disabled
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Disabled riders urged officials not to ration service for a pilot program that allows them to hail yellow and green taxis immediately via an app.
Government
As Historic ‘Green Light’ Law Goes Into Effect, Immigrants Warned of Driver’s License Scams
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On Monday, New York became the 13th state to lawfully grant undocumented people the right to obtain driver’s licenses.
campaign finance
Debate Over Commission’s Proposal to Reshape Campaign Finance and Party Politics
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The proposed system shifts power significantly towards small donors and mainstream parties.
Lo que necesita saber: asesorías legales para inmigrantes en NY
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Estas organizaciones ofrecen asesoramiento legal gratuito para inmigrantes en la ciudad de Nueva York
City Council
Council Could Force the City to Study the Racial Impact of Rezonings
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‘The legislation is about actual displacement of longtime residents that’s been compounded by rezonings that government has allowed.’
Government
Need to Know: Taxi Medallions in New York
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How many miles does a typical taxi travel in New York? What are Green Taxis?