Public transit authority for New York City metro area
The Alaska Supreme Court has allowed Dan J. Sullivan to appear on the Republican ballot alongside incumbent Dan S. Sullivan, reversing an earlier disqualification for allegedly aiming to confuse voters. The court directs the Division of Elections to differentiate candidates within ballot design law as appeals proceed. The controversy centers on whether the challenger’s name and party affiliation could mislead voters ahead of the primary.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has directed Amtrak to consider renaming New York Penn Station as part of a major overhaul funded by federal dollars. While the secretary has not specified a new name, he has publicly floated the idea of honoring President Trump. Lawmakers raise questions about funding and the project’s price tag, with critics warning against a “vanity project.”
Since January 2026, hate crimes citywide have risen 9.4%, with anti-Jewish offenses up 8.5% through July. Transit crime in July rose nearly 11%, driven by felony assaults and grand larcenies, according to NYPD data. Authorities say reporting gaps and recurring offenders shape the picture.
A journalist describes Yerevan’s Republic Square and Dancing Fountains, exploring the Pink City’s heritage, modern life, and recent tourism growth linked to direct flights from London and broader regional appeal.
Transit systems face growing budget strains as agencies seek to curb labor costs, manage maintenance backlogs, and plan for service changes during peak travel periods. Recent reporting shows labor negotiations and scheduled engineering work affecting operations in major hubs.