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Today's Big Stories
1. MTA to stop selling MetroCards by end of year, agency chair says
MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber announced today that the transit agency will stop selling MetroCards by the end of year.
Lieber noted that MetroCards will continue to work at turnstiles for “at least six months” after that.
2. Trump administration threatens to pull MTA funding over public safety
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy this week escalated tensions with the MTA, threatening to withhold federal funding unless crime in the city’s transit system is addressed.
In a letter sent to the MTA on Tuesday, Duffy requested data on assaults against transit workers, fare evasion and subway-related criminal activity, including subway surfing. He warned that he could take action, including withholding federal funding, if the agency does not comply by March 31.
3. Judge moves Columbia student activist's detention challenge to New Jersey
A Columbia University student activist detained by the U.S. government over his participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations can challenge the legality of his detention, but the case should be heard in New Jersey, rather than in New York or Louisiana, a federal judge ruled today.
Mahmoud Khalil, 30, a legal U.S. resident with no criminal record, was detained by federal immigration agents on March 8. He was held overnight at an immigration detention center in New Jersey before being moved to an immigration facility in Jena, Louisiana.
4. City to roll out new traffic 'slow zones' in four boroughs
Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the department will be expanding its “Regional Slow Zones” program to the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island in an effort to improve traffic safety.
The first “Regional Slow Zone” rolled out in Lower Manhattan, south of Canal Street, last year. Within these designated zones, speed limits will be reduced to 20 mph to protect pedestrians and curb car crashes, according to the department.
5. Former comptroller makes case for NYC mayoral bid
With fewer than 100 days before voting begins in the New York City primary, NY1 is sitting down with Democratic candidates challenging Mayor Eric Adams.
Former New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer joined "Mornings On 1" today to make his case to voters, emphasizing his experience and vision for the city.
Follow NY1's live blog for the latest updates on the upcoming June primary.
6. Housing costs become key NYC election issue
Between now and the start of primary voting in June, NY1's Pat Kiernan will take a closer look at the key issues in the race for mayor.
This week’s topic is housing, because no matter what kind of New Yorker you are, we all need a place to live.
In Case You Missed It
Columbia University women's basketball team is headed to the NCAA Tournament for the second straight season. (Spectrum News NY1/Roger Clark)
Columbia women's basketball team heads south for NCAA tournament
The Columbia University women's basketball team is headed to the NCAA Tournament for the second straight season.
The Lions were outright Ivy League regular season champions for the third straight year. NY1's Roger Clark spoke with the team's coach and some of its players ahead of Thursday's game.
