LIRR strike talks resume as thousands of workers threaten walkout

Name: LIRR strike talks resume as thousands of workers threaten walkout
Uploaded: 2026-05-07T13:14:52-04:00
Description: Contract talks resumed between the MTA and unions representing about 3,500 Long Island Rail Road workers as a potential strike deadline approaches. Workers could walk off the job as soon as May 16 if both sides fail to reach a deal.

Contract talks resumed between the MTA and unions representing about 3,500 Long Island Rail Road workers as a potential strike deadline approaches. Workers could walk off the job as soon as May 16 if both sides fail to reach a deal.

Posted May 7, 2026 1:14pm EDT