In this episode, we begin with a welcome to the New York City Daily Brief and a weather update for the city. We examine the effects of congestion pricing on NYC traffic and share residents' reactions. The discussion then moves to the MTA's significant $33 billion budget shortfall and its potential impact on transit operations. We highlight the urgent calls from NYC nonprofits for immediate action to protect migrants and the homeless. A second weather update warns of a potential weekend snowstorm, offering safety tips to prepare. The episode wraps up with a reminder to follow the podcast for further updates.

(0:00) Welcome to the New York City Daily Brief

(0:09) Today's weather in New York City

(0:21) Congestion pricing's impact on NYC traffic and residents' reactions

(2:39) MTA's $33 billion budget shortfall and implications for transit operations

(4:15) Calls for immediate action to protect migrants and the homeless by NYC nonprofits

(5:38) Weather update: Potential weekend snowstorm and safety tips

(7:32) Wrap up and follow reminder