MTA has big plans to expand cell service on NYC subways
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook told you back in September about service on the S train. Now, the MTA wants to expand even more.
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CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook told you back in September about service on the S train. Now, the MTA wants to expand even more.
The governor touted her efforts to improve subway safety despite federal threats to cut aid to New York in less than three weeks. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
A lot has changed on the subway in the last 45 years, including stations, train cars, platforms, and even how we pay. But one thing that hadn't changed was the subway map. That is, until now. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber spoke about the letter Wednesday morning, saying, "We have done so much to improve subway safety." CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
As CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports, the proposal includes a park, and improved commuter experience, and moving Madison Square Garden.
Gov. Kathy Hochul and MTA CEO Janno Lieber responded by saying unless a court order is issued the city will continue to collect the tolls. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
NYC congestion pricing scanners are staying on, despite President Trump's attempt to end New York's toll for drivers in Manhattan.
The MTA says it needs more than $68 billion to fund its capital plan for subway improvements. The head of the agency told lawmakers Thursday it's up to them to figure out how to raise the money.
The MTA says it needs more than $68 billion to fund its capital plan for subway improvements. The head of the agency told lawmakers Thursday it's up to them to figure out how to raise the money. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Brutally cold temperatures and blustery conditions made for an uncomfortable trek into Manhattan for many on the second day of congestion pricing.
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.
CBS News New York's Derick Waller leads team coverage of the first official day of the controversial tolling plan.
The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is over. Drivers now must pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
New York and New Jersey sought answers Tuesday from the federal judge on his ruling on congestion pricing.
In the interim, New York and New Jersey have been taking a victory lap. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Both New York and New Jersey are declaring victory, with the controversial tolling plan set to start on Sunday. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
Congestion pricing will start this weekend as planned, the MTA says, despite a New Jersey judge partially siding with some who sought to delay it.
Meeting for the final time in 2024, the board also discussed congestion pricing's impending rollout. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
During its final board meeting of the year, the MTA on Wednesday approved a financial plan that includes a fare hike.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced Monday the upcoming rollout of more than 400 new cars.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber spoke out after the Federal Highway Administration gave the green light to congestion pricing, setting the stage for it to start on Jan. 5.
Demetrius Crichlow was named president of New York City Transit Wednesday. He held that post on an interim basis for about five months.
But, as CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports, Wednesday's capital plan vote was only part of the battle. Here's what it means for riders.
The MTA next plans to modernize the G line and parts of the 4, 5, 6. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has more on what it's like to FaceTime in a tunnel.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a statewide state of emergency due to the risk of severe storms from the remnants of Hurricane Debby.
Austin Riley hit a bases-loaded sacrifice fly to deep center field in the 10th inning, lifting the Braves to a 5-4 comeback win over the Mets on Tuesday night.
More rats were part of the victory celebration when the clock hit zero. Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.
Kyle Hendricks and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the Angels beat the Yankees 4-0 on Tuesday night, handing them their third straight shutout loss.
The nonprofit Qaravan is working to help immigrants fleeing homophobia, discrimination, and war in the former Soviet countries of Eastern Europe.
The suspect accused in the violent attack on court officers at Manhattan Criminal Court faced a judge on Tuesday.
The nonprofit Qaravan is working to help immigrants fleeing homophobia, discrimination, and war in the former Soviet countries of Eastern Europe.
The suspect accused in the violent attack on court officers at Manhattan Criminal Court faced a judge on Tuesday.
Pan Am left an incredible mark on aviation history, and on Tuesday there was a rare opportunity for history to repeat itself.
The arrest of New York City Comptroller Brad Lander was denounced by many public officials, including many of the people who are his opponents in the Democratic mayoral primary.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Lander was arrested for assaulting law enforcement and impeding a federal officer.
The cool, rainy weather sticks around today across NYC, but highs are expected to hit the 90s later in the week.
Father's Day is looking mostly cloudy for dads across the Tri-State Area.
Prosecutors dismissed a felony charge against a man accused of conspiring in the murder of Jennifer Dulos, the Connecticut mother of five who vanished six years ago.
Another air quality alert has been issued for the Tri-State Area, this time for central and southern New Jersey.
An air quality alert is in effect Thursday for NYC, Long Island, and part of New Jersey due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires.
Three of the four men who escaped from an immigration detention center in Newark last week are now back in custody.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, of New Jersey, was convicted last year on federal bribery charges.
New Jersey's Supreme Court says the state can have a grand jury investigate allegations of clergy sexually abusing children and report findings.
The FBI is increasing the reward for two of the four men who escaped from an immigration detention center in Newark last week.
The cool, rainy weather sticks around today across NYC, but highs are expected to hit the 90s later in the week.
Police on Long Island are warning about a fraud scheme targeting people looking to buy high end dogs online.
A Long Island community is rattled after federal immigration agents detained the manager of a popular bagel shop in Port Washington.
A teenager is dead and six others are hospitalized after a car crash in East Hampton on Sunday.
Father's Day is looking mostly cloudy for dads across the Tri-State Area.
A cat who disappeared nearly a decade ago in Queens has been reunited with his owners.
The arrest of New York City Comptroller Brad Lander was denounced by many public officials, including many of the people who are his opponents in the Democratic mayoral primary.
The Trump administration has ignored a bipartisan law that requires TikTok and ByteDance to fully sever ties.
Kristi Noem is "alert and recovering" after being hospitalized, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed.
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
NYC Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by ICE agents Tuesday at immigration court in Manhattan.
Terminally ill New Yorkers would have the legal ability to end their own lives with pharmaceutical drugs under a bill that's been approved by the New York state Legislature.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
A measles case has been confirmed in Putnam County, N.Y., and health officials have a warning for some who visited Arturo's Tavern in Mahopac.
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Some fish caught in New York lakes and rivers may be unsafe to eat due to elevated levels of chemicals known as PFAS, state health officials announced Thursday.
The judge in the Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking and racketeering trial in NYC dismissed one of the jurors Monday.
Kanye West showed up at the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs on Friday in New York City.
An ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs testified Thursday for the sixth day in his sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York isn't over yet. Jurors are resuming deliberations after reaching only a partial verdict.
Austin Riley hit a bases-loaded sacrifice fly to deep center field in the 10th inning, lifting the Braves to a 5-4 comeback win over the Mets on Tuesday night.
More rats were part of the victory celebration when the clock hit zero. Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.
Kyle Hendricks and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the Angels beat the Yankees 4-0 on Tuesday night, handing them their third straight shutout loss.
Nolan Schanuel hit a run-scoring double in the 11th inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the New York Yankees 1-0 in the Bronx.
Bethpage Black is not only one of the best and most demanding golf courses in the world, it's public. One of the rare public tracks that has what it takes to host golf's best.
The nonprofit Qaravan is working to help immigrants fleeing homophobia, discrimination, and war in the former Soviet countries of Eastern Europe.
New York City police charged a man with murder after a U.S. Navy veteran was shot and killed during an alleged road rage incident in the Bronx.
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
As the manager of Dollar Universe LLC, Luis Almonte said the mystery is part of the fun for many shoppers.
At a historic Jewish community center, Jewish and Asian neighbors are building bridges through shared programming and a new tradition: A street festival called "Shalom Dragon."
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.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says there is a better chance of a thunderstorm on Thursday as temperatures rise to close to 90 degrees.
The family hired the contractor to replace their roof, but three years later, the work hasn't even started. Mahsa Saeidi has the story.
The president fired off a warning to Iran, calling for an "unconditional surrender." CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Just hours later, the Democratic mayoral candidate was released without facing charges. Supporters greeted him outside the courthouse in Lower Manhattan and walked to Foley Square. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
CBS News New York's Tony Aiello visits the new headquarters for the New York Blood Center.
