Congestion Pricing Clash, Bronx News, and TWU Local 100 Updates
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Congestion Pricing Clash, Bronx News, and TWU Local 100 Updates

E98 • Feb 24, 2025 • 6 mins

In this episode, we begin with a welcome and introduction, setting the stage for the day's discussions. We provide today's weather forecast, crucial for planning in New York City. The episode then explores the congestion pricing debate, featuring viewpoints from Governor Hochul and former President Trump. We shift focus to news impacting Bronx residents, including updates from TWU Local 100, highlighting key developments. An extended NYC weather forecast follows, helping listeners prepare for the days ahead. The episode concludes with a wrap-up and a call to follow the podcast for ongoing updates on important New York City news.

Key Points

  • Governor Kathy Hochul defended Manhattan's congestion pricing program in a tense meeting with President Donald Trump, who has declared the program 'dead' despite an ongoing lawsuit by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
  • John Chiarello has been appointed as the new president of TWU Local 100, vowing to take a strong stance against Metropolitan Transportation Authority management amid upcoming contract negotiations.
  • New York City will experience a spring-like end to February with temperatures warming up, but a chilly start to March as temperatures dip again with brisk winds and showers.
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