New York smoke forces ground stop, delay at LaGuardia and Newark airports

Due to the smoke, the Federal Aviation Administration says a ground delay remains in place at LaGuardia Airport in Queens and Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. There are also delays at JFK Airport.

Sammy's Law supporters begin hunger strike

Amy Cohen and supporters of the 'Sammy's Law' bill have gone on hunger strike over State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie allegedly refusing to bring the bill to the floor for a vote.

Madison Square Garden 'incompatible' with Penn Station: Transit agencies

Madison Square Garden is one of a kind: A transportation hub with a gigantic sports arena on top of it. But three major transportation agencies say it's a one-of-a-kind that does not work.

FAA may have to redo plane evacuation tests as passengers squeeze into smaller spaces

Lawmakers who want tougher standards for evacuating aircraft in an emergency have criticized the Federal Aviation Administration for what they consider unrealistic simulations, and now they are calling for a do-over of current evacuation tests.

Memorial Day Weekend bringing busy streets, trains to NYC area

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey predicts 5.5 million travelers to cross its bridges and tunnels this holiday weekend.

MTA details fare hikes for Metro North, LIRR

A $20 peak ticket to and from NYC on Metro-North Railroad or the LIRR could jump nearly 4.5% under a new proposal from the MTA.

MTA proposes fare hike at finance committee hearing

The MTA unveiled its new fare hikes proposal which could go into effect as soon as Labor Day.

Airline satisfaction falls for the second consecutive year

Airlines have gained record revenues over the last two quarters due to a combination of soaring demand, limited supply and surging airfares. Passengers, on the other hand, are far from satisfied, according to the J.D. Power 2023 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. 

NJ lawmakers rail against NYC congestion pricing plan

Opponents of the city's congestion pricing plan say that it will increase air pollution in New Jersey and

NYC's green cabs being phased out as TLC introduces new permits

The TLC is rolling out a pilot program that would replace green cabs with pre-arranged trips only, similar to services offered by Uber and Lyft.

MTA budget nightmare averted

Subway and bus riders were facing significant fare hikes this year, but the budget deal reached in Albany seems to have solved a major problem at the MTA.