Tesla Robotaxi Spotted at Brooklyn Battery Tunnel Entrance
A Tesla robotaxi was observed at the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel entrance on August 29, 2026, in a city that allows such vehicles on streets only when a human driver is present.
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MTA Says Interborough Express Won’t Carry Riders Until 2031
MTA chair Janno Lieber said the Interborough Express light‑rail line between Brooklyn and Queens will not open for passengers until at least 2031, despite an accelerated design phase.
Flatbed Truck Falls from Manhattan Bridge, One Killed, Two Injured
A 66‑year‑old driver lost control of an overloaded flatbed truck, causing it to fall from the Manhattan Bridge onto Canal Street in Chinatown, killing one man and injuring two women.
Montreal West Parents Praise Short‑Lived Crossing Guard
A temporary crossing guard was installed for the 2025‑2026 school year in Montreal West after three student injuries, earning praise from parents but not becoming a permanent fixture.
Bixi Adjusts Bike‑Share Service for Upcoming World Cycling Championships
Bixi is altering its bike‑share operations in Montreal to keep bicycles available during the Road World Championships and related traffic restrictions. The changes aim to adapt station placement and bike distribution to the temporary road closures the event will cause.
Park Avenue Closed for Cycling Championships, Raising Mobility Concerns
Montreal has shut the stretch of Park Avenue between des Pins and Mont‑Royal avenues from September 5 to October 4, 2026, to host the UCI Grand Prix Cycliste de Montréal and the Road World Championships, raising mobility concerns among local advocates.
Metro to Open Eagle Rock Bus Lane Before 2028 Olympics
Metro plans to open a dedicated bus lane in Eagle Rock before the 2028 Olympics, prompting resident and small‑business concerns about added traffic, while the agency highlights transit benefits.
Chicago Residents Rally Against Amtrak’s 24/7 Bridgeport Facility
Dozens of Bridgeport residents protested on September 8, 2026 against Amtrak’s plan for a 24‑hour facility, citing potential damage to the neighborhood and concerns over a possible White Sox relocation to the site.
STM pilots AI system to detect loiterers in subway
The STM began a September 2026 pilot using AI to spot loiterers in two subway stations, planning to add three more, aiming to improve security and address homelessness.
Lower Manhattan Transit Overhauled Since 9/11
Lower Manhattan’s transit system has been rebuilt and modernized over 25 years since the 9/11 attacks, with the Oculus now serving as a central, resilient hub.
Transit Plus Rider Says New Pickup Spot Unsafe After Construction
A Winnipeg woman using Transit Plus said a construction project cancelled her scheduled ride and forced her to use an unsafe new pickup spot, raising concerns about service reliability during roadwork.
St. Boniface Residents Fear Parking and Road Strain from New Aquatic Centre
St. Boniface residents have raised concerns that the proposed aquatic centre in Provencher Park may create parking shortages and road‑safety problems as visitor numbers increase. The city has yet to outline how it will address the anticipated traffic and parking demands.
Girls' School Shifts to Remote Learning for Montreal Cycling Championships
Pensionnat du Saint‑Nom‑de‑Marie will switch to remote learning from September 20‑27, 2026, to reduce disruption caused by the UCI Road World Championships in Montreal. The temporary online format is designed to maintain academic continuity while the city hosts the international cycling event.
West of Montreal Mayors Call for Highway 20 Overhaul
Mayors, officials, business groups and residents of Vaudreuil‑Soulanges are urging the incoming provincial government to prioritize a redevelopment of Highway 20 as the region grows rapidly, a request made during the second week of the Quebec election campaign.
Montreal West Parents See Crossing Guard as Short‑Lived Win
Parents in Montreal West view the crossing guard added for the 2025‑2026 school year as a temporary fix after three student injuries at a local intersection over the past two years.
MTA Unveils New Renderings for Brooklyn-Queens Interborough Express Stations
The MTA unveiled new visual renderings of station designs for the proposed Interborough Express light‑rail line that would connect Brooklyn and Queens, highlighting design concepts as the project advances through planning stages.
18-Wheeler Hits METRO Bus Stop on East Freeway
An 18-wheeler collided with a METRO bus stop on Houston’s East Freeway feeder road on September 9, 2026, injuring one person. The crash affected a key commuter route served by the city’s public‑transport network.
Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie Goes Online During Cycling Worlds
Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie will shift to online classes from September 20‑27, 2026, to avoid disruptions caused by the UCI Road World Championships in Montreal. The school will resume in‑person instruction after the event ends.
Crossing Guard Restored at Montreal West Intersection for Royal West Students
Parents of Royal West Academy students secured the return of a crossing guard at the Montreal West intersection on September 8, 2026, after summer roadwork left the crossing unguarded and past student‑vehicle collisions raised safety concerns.
Brad Bradford Promises Fast‑Track for Scarborough East LRT
Brad Bradford pledged to prioritize the long‑planned Scarborough East LRT if elected mayor, criticizing current mayor Olivia Chow for not advancing the project.
