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Waymo Gets NYC Permit to Test Self-Driving Cars, Unions Cry Foul

2025-08-23

Waymo has secured New York City's first permit to test autonomous vehicles, sparking outrage from labor unions. The permit allows Waymo to operate up to eight vehicles with safety drivers in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn until late September. While the city touts stringent safety regulations and support from groups like MADD, unions like the TWU express concerns about pedestrian safety, emergency response delays, and job displacement. They cite past incidents involving Waymo vehicles and have launched a petition demanding a ban on AV testing in NYC.

NYC Subway Crime Plummets Despite Ridership Surge

2025-02-06

Subway crime in New York City dropped by 36% in January 2025, with only 147 reported crimes compared to 231 the previous year. This significant decrease comes despite a substantial increase in ridership due to the implementation of congestion pricing. Mayor Eric Adams attributes this success to the deployment of 1,200 additional NYPD officers throughout the subway system and 300 more patrolling overnight trains, creating a more visible police presence. Governor Kathy Hochul's $77 million initiative to place a uniformed officer on every overnight train further supports this effort. The results suggest that increased police presence is effectively contributing to improved subway safety.