"NYC Marathon Faces $750k Toll Loss Bill from MTA"

The MTA is demanding $750,000 from New York City Marathon organizers to make up for toll revenue lost during the race, threatening to restrict bridge use if not paid. The marathon, which draws 50,000 runners, has used both decks of the Verrazzano Bridge for 36 years. The MTA argues that taxpayers should not subsidize the event, while the organizers claim the race benefits the city's economy. The MTA has also demanded payment from Bike New York for using the bridge.