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Citizens Budget Commission Compares New York Transit Authority to Greek Tragedy
Considering that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is drenched in more than $20 billion of debt, is it even possible for the MTA to holistically improve the subway system? It actually is achievable, the Citizens Budget Commission argues.
Smith-Ninth Street Subway Station Reopens Friday
The Smith-Ninth streets subway station in Brooklyn, the world’s highest subways station, is set to reopen Friday following a nearly two-year reconstruction.
Subway Platforms in NYC Cleaner, But Still Many Rats
Most of the problems on and around subway platforms—such as staircases in disrepair, exposed wiring, and garbage bags on platforms—have improved over the last year.
SF North Beach Pagoda Negotiations Reaching Deadline
North Beach discusses the Pagoda option with Central Subway project leaders as negotiations for the property approach the deadline.
Fare Game: Can New York’s Subway Get Back on Track?
One of the largest subway systems in the world, New York City’s, is sinking deeper into debt, and must develop new revenue streams or add to existing ones to move forward.
