Proposed "All Aboard Act" would reimburse NJ Transit riders stuck on trains
A movement is underway to create a passenger bill of rights for NJ Transit riders stuck on trains.
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A movement is underway to create a passenger bill of rights for NJ Transit riders stuck on trains.
New Jersey Congressman Josh Gottheimer wants Amtrak to foot the bill when its system is to blame for NJ Transit delays and cancellations for at least three hours. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
Congressman Josh Gottheimer's "All Aboard Act" would reimburse riders who get stuck on trains for hours. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin has the details.
The lawmakers sent a letter requesting money to improve Amtrak's wiring, signals and tracks along the Northeast Corridor to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
Transit agency officials have asked the Presidential Emergency Board to assist in the talks, which is protocol under the Labor Act. CBS New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
The latest problems came about Sunday because of downed wires at the station in Rahway. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story from Penn Station.
Heat-related cancellations and delays continued Thursday on NJ Transit lines, prompting anger from riders.
Riders voiced their frustrations on Thursday as they waited at the Secaucus Junction train station. CBS New York's Christine Fan reports.
CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis has more on the situation from Newark-Penn Station.
Amtrak service has been restored between New York and Boston after it was suspended for much of Saturday due to a power outage, the rail service announced.
With NJ Transit's fare hike kicking in on Monday, some riders are considering alternate ways of getting around.
Many riders continue to be upset that they have to pay more, especially considering all the problems NJ Transit has had of late. Some people say they are exploring alternative ways of getting around. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a plan to fix the agencies' problems after delays and service suspensions plagued riders in June. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
After several days of problems on NJ Transit, riders and local leaders are demanding action. Members of Congress want Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to launch an investigation into Amtrak.
NJ Transit appeared to be running on schedule before the commuter rail suspended service again into and out of New York Penn Station.
Crowds of commuters at Penn Station faced yet another day of headaches Friday. The suspensions and delays started early, and delays lingered into the evening commute. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Friday was deja vu for NJ Transit and Amtrak commuters as they face another day of delays. Service suspensions started during the morning commute, and by the evening commute, trains were about 30 minutes behind schedule. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
NJ Transit appeared to be running on schedule before the commuter rail suspended service again into and out of New York Penn Station. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Service is suspended into and out of Penn Station in Manhattan less than a day after a brush fire caused major problems for commuters. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Amtrak and NJ Transit riders are breathing sighs of relief Friday morning after big trouble during the commute the night before. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
A brush fire in Secaucus caused serious trouble for commuters at Penn Station Thursday evening.
A brush fire and overhead wire issues suspended service for NJ Transit and Amtrak along the Northeast Corridor during the Thursday evening rush. As CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports, it's already been a rough ride several days this week.
NJ Transit and Amtrak dealt with delays for hours Thursday evening after a brush fire broke out in Secaucus. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro reports from Penn Station.
Amtrak had suspended service on a number of trains along the Northeast corridor due to a brushfire and power loss issues that came amid a severe heat wave.
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The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
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Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
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Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
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Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
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A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
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A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
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Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
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The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
People across the country caught a glimpse of a meteor streaking through the sky. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
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Police said the fire tore through the Red Rock Preserve apartments on Old York Road.
Surveillance video shows the woman was waiting to cross the street in East Elmhurst when she was attacked.
The Prospect Parks Alliance said the 8-acre project, funded by the mayor's office, will transform two key landscapes in Brooklyn.
