Congestion pricing brings parking problems to LIRR stations, commuters say
Commuters are changing habits to avoid the tolls, and it means crowded train cars and packed parking lots. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
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Commuters are changing habits to avoid the tolls, and it means crowded train cars and packed parking lots. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
New York City is in its first week of congestion pricing, and state lawmakers are already weighing whether to levy more taxes to help fund the MTA. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports on how some of the revenue stream's being floated.
With congestion pricing now in effect in NYC, officials are cracking down on obscured license plates, or "ghost plates," to avoid the toll.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
With congestion pricing now in effect in New York City, officials announced Tuesday a crackdown on drivers who try to obscure their license plates, or use "ghost plates," to get out of paying the new toll.
Following the snow that hit the city on Monday, the scene on the Upper West Side looked more familiar on Tuesday. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
New York City drivers made it through their first weekday commute with the new tolls, but time will tell how much of an impact they make on traffic. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Congestion pricing is now in effect in NYC, and drivers faced the first weekday commute with the controversial new tolling system.
CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro went for a ride in a cab and saw for herself not that much traffic on usually busy Eighth Avenue.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber said it has been a smooth ride Monday on the first weekday of congestion pricing. Fort Lee's Mayor Mark Sokolich says it's too soon to draw any conclusions.
Congestion pricing is in effect in New York City. Political leaders in New Jersey are looking into what they might be able to do next against the program, as it got underway. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan and Natalie Duddridge have team coverage.
The first weekday morning rush hour since the controversial new tolling system was turned on Sunday is now in the books. All eyes are on how traffic will change throughout the day, if at all. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook, Christina Fan and Natalie Duddridge have team coverage.
As New York City drivers face the first weekday commute with the new tolls, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal urges people to be patient and believe in the benefits.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams is checking on traffic in Midtown Manhattan on the first weekday of the new congestion pricing tolls.
Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella speaks with CBS News New York about his opposition to the toll in Manhattan.
Congestion pricing is now a reality in New York City, and drivers are facing the first weekday commute with the controversial new tolling system. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook, Christina Fan and Hannah Kliger have team coverage.
While the controversial toll has been met with those for and those against, the Hudson Square Business Improvement District is hopeful about the benefits for residents and businesses.
Baldor Specialty Foods says the food industry will feel the cost of New York City's new congestion pricing toll, and customers will end up paying the price.
New Yorkers Against Congestion Pricing Tax is one of many groups suing New York and the MTA over the new toll.
The Riders Alliance says congestion pricing will improve bus service and raise money for critical improvements to mass transit.
The Sierra Club says the benefits for congestion and pollution outweigh the concerns about cost.
Drivers now face a new toll when they enter Manhattan's Congestion Relief Zone, and trucks are being hit the hardest.
Congestion pricing is now in effect in New York City, and drivers are facing the first weekday commute with the controversial new tolling system. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook, Christina Fan, Doug Williams and Hannah Kliger have team coverage.
New York City congestion pricing, the first-in-the-nation tolling program, got underway Sunday with no major issues, the MTA said.
CBS News New York's Derick Waller and Elijah Westbrook have a look at how the first day of the controversial tolling plan went and what's in store for it Monday when the new work week begins.
Howie Rose, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Mets on the radio, says the upcoming 2026 season will be his last.
New York City police are searching for three women who allegedly stole over $41,000 in jewelry from Catbird and Gorjana stores.
The technology behind spam calls is getting more sophisticated, an expert with the TrueCaller app says.
An 18-year-old has been arrested in the apparently random attack on a mother of three in East Elmhurst, police say.
The NYPD said officers responded to a report of a possible explosive device on Roma Avenue late Wednesday night.
Howie Rose, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Mets on the radio, says the upcoming 2026 season will be his last.
New York City police are searching for three women who allegedly stole over $41,000 in jewelry from Catbird and Gorjana stores.
The technology behind spam calls is getting more sophisticated, an expert with the TrueCaller app says.
An 18-year-old has been arrested in the apparently random attack on a mother of three in East Elmhurst, police say.
The NYPD said officers responded to a report of a possible explosive device on Roma Avenue late Wednesday night.
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.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Montclair School District Board of Education members broke down in tears as they voted to close Renaissance Middle School.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
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.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
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.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
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.
New York City will no longer criminally enforce minor traffic offenses for cyclists and e-bike riders, the Mamdani administration announced Wednesday.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
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 Senate voted to begin a marathon debate on the SAVE America Act, an elections bill that President Trump has been pressing Republicans to pass.
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.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Howie Rose, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Mets on the radio, says the upcoming 2026 season will be his last.
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Brooklyn Nets 121-92 on Wednesday night for their 10th straight win.
The New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Wednesday night for their third straight victory.
Mets fans got a sneak peek Wednesday at the new food coming to Citi Field's menu for the 2026 season.
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Meteorologist John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Thursday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
Investigators believe two people threw the explosive devices at a house in New Dorp, but they did not ignite. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Police said the suspect's father saw images of his son on TV after the stabbing in East Elmhurst, and then convinced his son to turn himself in. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
New York City police are searching for three women who allegedly stole over $41,000 in jewelry from Catbird and Gorjana stores.
Mayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul joined a rally for Dylan Lopez Contreras, a New York City high school student who was recently released from ICE custody after 10 months.
