Could a toll system on East River crossings be the answer to closing the MTA’s huge budget gap? (NY1)
Bette Midler signs on to Council member Margaret Chin’s campaign for a 10 cent plastic bag fee (Observer).
The Hunt: three recent college grads finally find a space to call their own (NYT).
Recap: Tits of Clay tribute to Lou Reed at Mercury Lounge (Pop Matters).