Cyclists, pedestrians want GWB's pathways to be open 24/7
The George Washington Bridge has a dedicated pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, but it isn't open 24 hours. One Bergen County man is trying to change that.
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The George Washington Bridge has a dedicated pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, but it isn't open 24 hours. One Bergen County man is trying to change that.
The George Washington Bridge has a dedicated pathway for pedestrians and cyclists, but it isn't open 24 hours. One Bergen County man is trying to change that. He spoke to CBS News New York's Christine Sloan.
A climber shut down traffic on the George Washington Bridge on Saturday. Police say a man started climbing on the south side Manhattan tower just before noon. Lanes were closed so police could get him down. The 24-year-old was eventually taken into custody and taken to a local hospital for evaluation.
All lanes on the George Washington Bridge reopened Wednesday after drivers faced heavy delays for the morning commute.
Police shut down one lane of the George Washington Bridge on Wednesday morning because of a possible planned demonstration, but the demonstration never materialized.
All lanes of the George Washington Bridge have reopened after police activity caused major delays for the Wednesday morning commute.
The George Washington Bridge is experiencing heavy delays for the morning commute into Manhattan.
A slew of lane closures could cause extra traffic for drivers headed between New York and New Jersey over the next week, the Port Authority said Friday
The Port Authority announced a number of upcoming lane closures that could cause extra delays for drivers over the next week. CBS New York's Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
Local researchers are studying what a similar impact would mean for area bridges and shared their findings with CBS New York.
Local researchers are studying what a similar impact would mean for area bridges and shared their findings with CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas.
Issues the sides are at odds over include a full environmental review and money the Garden State claims it is entitled to.
CBS New York's Jim Smith reports from Chopper 2 over the bridge.
Drivers faced upwards of 90-minute delays, as the eastbound lanes were closed for several hours.
As of 6 a.m., drivers were facing a 90-minute delay and counting.
It happened just after 6 p.m. near Exit 24 between the Harlem River Drive and the George Washington Bridge.
The Port Authority announced multiple service changes and lane closures that'll extend through next week.
"Restoring the George" is a 10-year, 11-part program, which must be done without ever fully shutting down the bridge.
As the George Washington Bridge approaches its 100th birthday, it's getting the gift of a longer life. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis got a close look at the $2 billion rehab program underway, which is now halfway done, and how it impacts those who drive, walk and bike across the bridge. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3RZAKtG
Driving into New York City just got more expensive after toll hikes took effect for Port Authority bridges and tunnels.
The increase will impact drivers at the Lincoln and Holland tunnels, as well as the George Washington, Bayonne and Goethals bridges. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
Drivers are fuming over potentially paying $17 to cross and then another $15 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District.
Drivers are fuming over potentially paying $17 to cross and then another $15 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Drivers are dealing with delays in and around New York City as people try to return home following the long holiday weekend.
CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest on the holiday exodus at LaGuardia Airport.
