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Taxi & Limousine Commission

Recent Headlines

Long Island City

February 19, 2013

Counterfeit Parts Supplied to Queens Taxi Warehouse

Three men were charged with trying to pass off the generic parts as brand name goods, officials said.

Jackson Heights

November 09, 2012

Gas Station Owned by Taxi Tycoon Hoards Fuel for Cabs Only

A gas station in Jackson Heights is refusing to sell to anyone but cabs.

New York City

November 05, 2012

Taxis and Livery Cabs Return to Normal Rules Following Sandy

Taxis won't give shared rides and liveries can't take street hails or work in lower Manhattan anymore.

New York City

November 01, 2012

Cabbies Caught Price Gouging Amid Sandy Mayhem

City residents say cabs are charging exorbitant rates or are refusing service all together.

New York City

September 14, 2012

TLC Launches Dispatch System for Wheelchair-Accessible Cabs

The system would provide accessible cabs on demand for people with disabilities.

New York City

September 04, 2012

Taxi Fares Hike Starts Today

The average taxi ride will cost 17 percent more starting Tuesday.

Woodlawn

June 17, 2012

Bronx Still Needs Bx34 on Weekends, Pols Say

Local officials have started a weekend van service to connect Woodlawn to the 4 train. 

New York City

May 31, 2012

Yellow Taxi Cab Drivers Press for First Fare Increase in Six Years

The Taxi and Limousine Commission held a hearing Thursday over the first possible increase since 2006.

New York City

May 21, 2012

Taxi Fares Could Jump by 20 Percent, Sources Say

The Taxi and Limousine Commission will hold a hearing on the proposal May 31, 2012.

Midtown East

May 04, 2012

Accessible Taxi of Tomorrow Plan Shows Disdain for Disabled, Advocates Say

People who attended a private meeting on accessible taxis said the designs have a long way to go.

South Bronx

January 31, 2012

Shopping Cart Toss Mall Rejected Livery Cab Stand Plan, Officials Say

The TLC had hoped to implement a livery stand system at the Gateway Center. The mall has its own system.

Manhattan

January 03, 2012

Disability Advocates Hail Two Major Victories Against City

Disability rights advocates scored two major victories last week, the result of a 15-year-long fight.

Manhattan

December 23, 2011

Judge Says Taxi System Violates Americans with Disabilities Act

A judge said the city must provide "meaningful" access to wheelchair accessible cabs for disabled riders.

Manhattan

November 23, 2011

City Claims No Obligation to Provide Wheelchair Accessible Taxis

In a court hearing, a city attorney claimed the TLC has no obligation to make cabs accessible for all.

Manhattan

October 12, 2011

TLC Considering New Roof Light System

The Taxi and Limousine Commission is considering a plan to simplify the lighting system that indicates when a cab is free to hail.