NJ reaches $20.5M settlement with bus firm over missed trips

The settlement stems from when the state joined a whistleblower lawsuit in 2020 against Hoboken-based Academy Bus LLC, which bills itself as the largest privately owned and operated transportation company in the country.

Cyclists falls to her death from rising Florida drawbridge

A bicyclist fell to her death when a drawbridge connecting Palm Beach to the Florida mainland began rising before she could reach the other side. A bystander tried to pull her to safety but lost his grip, officials said.

Teen passenger killed in crash while fleeing police, says NYPD

An 18-year-old girl who was a passenger in a car that fled police in Brooklyn was killed in a subsequent crash, according to the NYPD. Several others were injured.

NY snowstorm: Planes, trains, automobile issues

A powerful nor’easter that is causing blizzard conditions is making it difficult to get around no matter what method you are trying to use.

Long Island nor'easter winter storm preps

Much of Long Island is under a blizzard warning, with at least a foot of snow expected to fall in many places.

3G networks end this year - Here's how it could be a problem for your car

Many cars will lose various abilities, like voice assistants and calling emergency services when 3G wireless networks disappear this year.

Marijuana smokers may be more impaired while driving than they think, study suggests

Participants in the study who were not given a placebo felt ready to drive an hour and a half after smoking marijuana, however, simulator data found reduced driving performance such as being unable to stay in their lane.

NYC focused on pedestrian safety with 'Stop, Let Them Cross' campaign

After 122 pedestrians were killed in New York City last year, the new campaign will enforce traffic rules and improve traffic signals.

Gas prices in U.S. could hit $4 this year

The United States is in a lull period now but high prices return sometimes this spring, with some areas seeing $4 per gallon.

Police: Amtrak conductor dies after falling from train

The conductor is believed to have fallen off the train as it was leaving the station, WJAR-TV reported. The train was stopped to search for the conductor after staff realized she was not answering her radio.

Hochul backs plan for express rail connecting Queens and Brooklyn

The proposed Interborough Express would operate along existing freight train tracks that run through several underserved neighborhoods between Bay Ridge in Brooklyn and Jackson Heights in Queens.

NYC to tackle double-parking on the Upper East Side

The Department of Transportation is considering two plans to stop double and even triple parking on the Upper East Side.

Woman dead, 5 others injured after Queens crash

The car's driver, a 23-year-old man, has been taken into custody and charges are pending.

Winter weather safety items to keep in your car

AAA Northeast is reminding drivers of things to keep inside their vehicles in case they find themselves stuck on roadways during winter weather emergencies.

New York City is ordered to install signals to aid blind pedestrians

A federal judge has ordered New York City to install crosswalk signals to help blind people and those with bad eyesight in more than 9,000 intersections over the next 10 years.

Flight canceled? Here’s how to get a refund

Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights as the omicron variant jumbled schedules and drew down staffing levels at some carriers during the busy holiday travel season.

United, Spirit airlines to temporarily increase pay for pilots

Airlines are having to increase pay for employees amid a wave of cancellations due to staff shortages as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the travel industry.