New York City's congestion pricing plan has officially begun. Commuters from New Jersey are now facing $22+ costs when factoring in the recent 3% Port Authority toll hike. FOX 5's Teresa Priolo spike with residents and NJ Transit riders on their frustrations,

Congestion pricing has finally arrived in New York City after years of political bickering and scores of legal challenges. The first initiative of its kind in the US, the $9 toll for most drivers entering parts of Manhattan during peak hours began Sunday and promises to ease both gridlock and pollution while also raising $15 billion for desperately needed subway upgrades.

New York City's new congestion pricing toll for drivers entering the center of Manhattan began on Sunday (January 5). Drivers will now pay $9 to access the busiest part of the city during peak hours.