Here’s how New York City is planning to spend $15 billion raised from a new congestion pricing toll

Here’s how New York City is planning to spend $15 billion raised from a new congestion pricing toll

New York City is months away from introducing the first zone-based tolling program in the U.S. The project, which begins in the spring of 2024, will increase the tolls drivers pay to enter points of Manhattan south of 60th Street. The final price of the toll is not yet determined. People close to the process…

The Auto Workers Union Just Announced A Major Breakthrough Toward A ‘Just Transition’

The Auto Workers Union Just Announced A Major Breakthrough Toward A ‘Just Transition’

The United Auto Workers union said General Motors has agreed to put the company’s battery plant workers under the union’s national contract, calling it a major victory in the ongoing strike against the “Big Three” automakers. UAW President Shawn Fain said in a Facebook Live address to members Friday that GM had put the agreement…

Covid inquiry: Schools shut while pubs open a mistake – Longfield

Covid inquiry: Schools shut while pubs open a mistake – Longfield

The inquiry heard that in some countries, children were at the forefront of national concerns. The prime ministers in Norway and New Zealand held TV briefings for children at the start of the pandemic to reassure them and to thank them for all they were doing. “We didn’t have such an event in the UK,…

These Pilots Were Sued For Quitting. They Say It Was Dangerous To Stay.

These Pilots Were Sued For Quitting. They Say It Was Dangerous To Stay.

As a new commercial pilot, Nate Hilliard came to Southern Airways Express two years ago with no illusions. He knew the commuter airline’s starting pay for a first officer ― the co-pilot next to the captain ― was just $12 per hour, less than he could earn behind a fast-food counter. But he figured he…

Travis Kelce Revealed His Mixed Feelings About The NFL Highlighting Taylor Swift’s Appearances At His Games

Travis Kelce Revealed His Mixed Feelings About The NFL Highlighting Taylor Swift’s Appearances At His Games

The NFL addressed their social media strategy to People on Tuesday, a day before Travis and Jason’s latest podcast episode. “We frequently change our bios and profile imagery based on what’s happening in and around our games, as well as culturally,” they said, according to the publication. “The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce news has…

Experts Have Been Predicting The Death Of Cable TV For Years. Is The End Now In Sight?

Experts Have Been Predicting The Death Of Cable TV For Years. Is The End Now In Sight?

While it’s been evident for quite some that the future of cable TV rests on shaky ground, we are now seeing clear signs of the disruption the introduction of streaming and shifting viewing habits has had on the industry. The challenges that lie ahead were laid bare in the recent standoff between Disney and Charter…

Supreme Court tax case could have sweeping federal policy effects, experts say

Supreme Court tax case could have sweeping federal policy effects, experts say

The Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Celal Gunes | Anadolu Agency | Getty Images As the Supreme Court starts a new term, experts are closely watching a case that could have sweeping effects on the U.S. tax code, including corporate revenue and future wealth tax proposals. This summer, the high court agreed to hear Moore…