David Mitchell is a public affairs correspondent focused on urban policy, transportation, and government administration. He has over a decade of experience reporting on the intersection of local and federal governance.
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New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has announced plans to reverse previous transit policies, starting with the installation of bus lanes on Fordham Road.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani began his first full day with a public subway commute from Queens. He revoked several executive orders, including two related to Israel, sparking immediate criticism
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed Michael Flynn as the new Transportation Commissioner, tasking him with making New York City buses faster and improving road safety. Flynn brings extensive transit ex
Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill mandating two-person subway crews in NYC, citing safety and $10 million annual cost. The Transit Workers Union championed the bill for safety, while budget watc
New York City subway operators face significant mental health challenges due to the high number of train strikes. The MTA's support systems may not be fully utilized, lagging behind other U.S. transit
A federal jury has ordered the MTA to pay $81.7 million to Luisa Janssen Harger Da Silva, who lost an arm and a leg after being struck by a subway train in 2016. The lawsuit cited MTA negligence for n
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to spend $50 million to purchase and renovate the city's downtown Greyhound bus station at 630 W. Harrison Street, aiming to modernize this crucial transportation h
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's plan for free NYC buses faces scrutiny over funding, with concerns about replacing nearly $1 billion in MTA bus revenue used to repay $17 billion in farebox bonds. State a
Overnight lane closures and potential 20-minute traffic stoppages are scheduled this week on I-465 South and I-70 West in east Indianapolis for overhead signage work.
Tucson transit centers now close public bathrooms overnight, citing vandalism and illegal activities. This change raises concerns for unhoused residents who rely on these facilities.
Bangkok commuters will soon enjoy unlimited rides on the Red and Purple electric train lines for a flat daily rate of 40 baht starting December 1, aiming to reduce living costs and traffic.
New York's MTA is installing anti-surfing barriers on all No. 7 trains to combat the deadly practice, with the $10 million project set for completion in 2026.
MTA CEO Janno Lieber has strongly criticized mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani’s free bus plan for NYC, calling it 'half-baked' and significantly underestimating the true annual cost, which Lieber projec
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is launching its $2.1 billion Silver Line commuter rail this Saturday, connecting seven cities and DFW Airport with a 26-mile corridor, marking its largest capital inv
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo, running for NYC mayor, has proposed a plan to shift control of subway construction and maintenance from the state-run MTA to the city.
Greece has strongly condemned the British Museum for hosting a fundraising gala in the Parthenon Marbles gallery. The Greek Culture Minister called the event an "insulting" display of "provocative ind
The ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens has closed for at least three years for major restoration work, impacting the Athens Epidaurus Festival. The project addresses structural wear and aims t
Washington D.C. faces extensive road closures and parking restrictions Saturday, August 23, 2025, due to protests, a 5K race, and a Washington Spirit game. Pennsylvania Avenue NW will be closed, along
Governor Maura Healey named MBTA General Manager Phil Eng as interim transportation secretary. Eng will continue his MBTA role while Jonathan Gulliver becomes Undersecretary of Transportation, also re
A debate is unfolding in New York City over whether to make public bus transit free, championed by mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. While advocates cite increased ridership and faster boarding, skept