MTA announces major fare changes to lure riders back
The MTA is testing major changes to its fare structure, passing a new pilot program that would cap costs for riders as long as they use the new tap-and-pay OMNY system.
MTA and Amtrak reach deal to expand transit options
Amtrak and the MTA have struck a deal on two key rail projects in the New York region. Amtrak will upgrade rail lines north of Manhattan to allow Metro-North trains to access Penn Station. And the MTA will help rehab Amtrak-owned tunnels under the East River that were damaged by Superstorm Sandy.
Hochul tests LIRR route into Grand Central Terminal
The long-anticipated and long-delayed rail route from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal is nearing reality.
Complaints of overcrowding on LIRR as commuters return
Trains are becoming more crowded, to the point where some people have not been able to get a seat during rush hour.
MTA to riders: Wear a mask — it's still the rule
Wearing a mask while riding subways, buses, and railroads is still required under state and federal rules. But the MTA says compliance has fallen a bit.
MASS TRANSIT: Service suspensions, road closures due to flooding
The MTA, LIRR and PATH restored most service but other mass transit agencies were still dealing with cancelations and disruptions.
Leadership shakeup at the MTA; Feinberg to chair board
The governor has nominated Sarah Feinberg as chair of the MTA board and Janno Lieber as CEO of the MTA. They will replace Patrick Foye, who has held both titles for just over two years.
East Side Access project set to open in 2022
By the end of next year, Penn Station won't be the only way for LIRR commuters to get in and out of the city.
Free Metro-Cards, passes on Metro-North, LIRR in bid to get more people vaccinated
In an effort to increase vaccinations across New York State, free tickets are being offered in exchange for getting vaccinated.
Massive fire at garbage facility disrupts LIRR service
Firefighters continued to put out hotspots of a five-alarm fire at a garbage facility on Long Island that disrupted LIRR service for several hours.
LIRR will test battery-powered rail cars; seeks to eliminate diesel
The LIRR will start phase 1 of its project next month on the Oyster Bay line, where trains run on diesel.
LIRR employee accused of faking inspection before derailment
A former LIRR employee faces an indictment for allegedly claiming he inspected a piece of track equipment that failed and caused a train derailment.
Riders want LIRR to restore service sooner
After backlash from riders and elected officials, the LIRR is reverting to its previous train schedule on March 29. But some say that isn't soon enough.
LIRR to reverse service cuts after complaints
The Long Island Railroad's planned service cuts resulted in packed trains and in some cases, no room for social distancing.
All New York area transit systems affected by snowstorm
Many services across the agency have reduced or suspended service as the storm moves away.
Bright, spacious Moynihan Train Hall opens at Penn Station
Gov. Andrew Cuomo and transit officials have cut the ribbon on a gleaming new train hub that will ease crowding at New York's Penn Station.
Railroads install PTC safety technology before deadline
Federal regulators say the railroad industry has installed an automatic braking system on nearly 58,000 miles of track where it is required ahead of a yearend deadline.
NY's commuter railroads meet federal safety deadline
New York's two commuter railroads have met a federally mandated deadline to install an emergency braking system.
MTA workers busted for massive overtime fraud
Five MTA workers who were some of the agency's highest-paid employees in recent years are accused of racking up more than $1 million in overtime pay for hours they never worked.
Mass transit could suffer 'horrendous' cuts without federal bailout, MTA says
New York's bus and subway service could be cut by 40% if Congress doesn't step in to approve a federal bailout.