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Some of New York’s elected officials loudly opposed congestion pricing, but none of them admit they want the MTA upgrades killed. MTA Capital Construction / Rehema Trimiew
We asked 26 lawmakers who support the congestion pricing pause how they propose to fund transit upgrades. Most shrugged.
By Sam Mellins

When New York lawmakers passed a landmark bill to slash greenhouse gas emissions, the law was heralded as one of the most ambitious climate plans in the world. Now, the growing backlog of deadlines has left the law’s backers in dismay. Climate reporter Colin Kinniburgh shared the story with Radio Catskill.

Governor Kathy Hochul at the Latino Pastoral Action Center on Sunday. Governor's Press Office
After the governor declined to answer questions, a New York Focus reporter was ejected from her event.
By Sam Mellins

We are happy to announce New York Focus will partner with ProPublica as part of ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network. Spencer Norris will continue on our team investigating homelessness. Keep an eye out for coming investigations.

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