Ridership on subway, Metro-North Railroad at highest level since start of pandemic, Hochul says
More than 188,000 riders took Metro-North Tuesday, and 3.7 million took the subway.
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Subway, Metro-North ridership hit post-pandemic highs
The MTA says the average weekday ridership on the subway in 2019 was just shy of 5.5 million.
MTA launches redesigned TrainTime app
Officials say the redesigned TrainTime app combines three apps into one -- LIRR, Metro-North and MTA eTix.
MTA report details plan for congestion pricing
The report maps out where drivers will be tolled and how much they will have to pay.
Metro-North expanding service as more riders return
The commuter railroad is adding additional trains systemwide to accommodate more riders.
Peak fares on Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North return March 1
Although peak fares are back, the MTA is offering new discounts.
Sen. Schumer: With Impending Arrival Of $6 Billion In Federal Aid, New York City's Subway System Is Saved
New York's senior senator said the money will also be used to help the Long Island Rail Road and Metro North recover from losses during the pandemic.
MTA Announces Fare Cap, Additional Changes To Encourage Ridership
The Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North also have changes, including a new 20-trip ticket available on the eTix app, which will save riders 20%.
Woman Accused Of Attacking Metro-North Conductor With Pumpkin Due In Court
Police said 21-year-old Alexis Adams failed to show a ticket and was asked to leave the train.
Metro-North Penn Station Access Project Completes Environmental Review
It calls for four new stations in the Bronx, as well as direct Metro-North service to Penn Station from the Bronx, Westchester and Connecticut.
Ida Aftermath: Flooding Leads To Mudslides In Yonkers
The mud and debris landed on the Metro-North's Hudson Line tracks, causing a disruption in service.
Ida's Impact: LIRR Gets Back On Track; Select Service Resumes For Metro-North, NJ TRANSIT
Ida's historic rainfall left a lot of commuters stranded Wednesday night throughout the Tri-State Area.
Metro-North Penn Station Access Project Allowed To Resume, 4 New Stations To Be Added In The Bronx
The new stops will reduce the current 75-minute commute from Co-Op City to Penn Station to just 25 minutes.
COVID Vaccine: MTA Unveils 8 New Pop-Up Sites In Metro Area, Offering Johnson & Johnson Shot And Incentives
You can now get a COVID-19 vaccine shot while on your commute.
Metro-North Worker Will Pepe Fired After Allegedly Taking Part In U.S. Capitol Riot
Pepe allegedly called in sick on the day of the riots. Meanwhile, a picture posted on social media shows him inside the Capitol.
Exclusive: Sources Say MTA's 4% Fare Hike Off The Table
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is reportedly planning a little coronavirus pandemic surprise for millions of mass transit riders later this week.
MTA Outlines Layoffs, Massive Service Cuts That Could Happen Without Significant Funding From Federal Government
As CBS2 first reported Tuesday night, big budget cuts could be coming to the MTA, impacting jobs and service. That is, unless the federal government steps in.
LIRR, Metro-North Will Have Positive Train Control By 2021
The safety system can slow down a train's speed or stop a train in the operator fails to take the right action.
Tropical Storm Isaias: Mass Transit Nightmare Hits Tri-State Area After Storm Causes Service Suspensions
There were a lot of frustrated commuters in the city on Tuesday night.
Discounts Coming For LIRR, Metro-North Riders Traveling Within New York City
It's only in New York City - like taking the LIRR from Woodside, Queens to Penn Station, or riding a Metro-North train from a station in the Bronx to Grand Central.
First Of 500 New MTA Police Officers Sworn In
The new officers will be assigned to New York City transit, the Long Island Railroad and Metro-North.
Caught On Camera: Metro-North Train Strikes Tractor-Trailer In Rockland County
It happened in Sloatsburg, New York, around 6:30 p.m. at Route 17 and Washington Avenue.
NTSB: LIRR, Metro North Have Implemented All Safety Recommendations
The National Transportation Safety Board is applauding the MTA for improving safety on the rails.
NTSB: 2017 Metro-North Train Derailment Blamed On Engineer Speeding
The National Transportation Safety Board is now blaming the train's engineer for a 2017 Metro-North train derailment in Westchester.
MTA Board Agrees To Nearly $52 Billion Capital Spending Plan
The plan calls for $51.5 billion to fix the subways, buses, Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road over the next five years.
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Mets ace deGrom tagged, NL East lead cut in loss to A's
DeGrom (5-3) was tagged for five runs and four walks — his worst start since 2019.
Bronx high school president finishes 101-mile fundraiser run
It took Cardinal Spellman High School President Dan O'Keefe almost 28 hours to finish.
Police: Woman sexually assaulted while jogging in Manhattan
It happened just after 11 a.m. Saturday near Fort Tryon Park. Police say the suspect fled on a moped.
All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
Judge still at 60, homerless in 4th straight, Yanks win
Judge was 0 for 3 with two strikeouts, a flyout to medium center and a walk.
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Bronx high school president finishes 101-mile fundraiser run
It took Cardinal Spellman High School President Dan O'Keefe almost 28 hours to finish.
Police: Woman sexually assaulted while jogging in Manhattan
It happened just after 11 a.m. Saturday near Fort Tryon Park. Police say the suspect fled on a moped.
All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
African-American veterans monument dedicated in Buffalo
Gov. Kathy Hochul says it is the first African-American veteran monument in the nation.
Lower East Side clinic offers help to migrants
In addition to clothes and shoes, they also provided information about life-saving services.
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United States national parks offer free entry Saturday
The free day is in celebration of National Public Lands Day.
Tri-State lawmakers send message to Puerto Rico: help is on the way
Sen. Chuck Schumer says American politicians will make sure there is more money, along with accountability.
See it: Bear crashes 2-year-old's birthday party in Conn.
Video shows the large black bear making a beeline for a picnic table filled with food and devouring some cupcakes.
Experts urge parents to check on kids' mental health
As kids head back to school, an expert says open dialogue is important, along with prioritizing connections.
Connecticut to hold its annual 9/11 ceremony Thursday night
Gov. Ned Lamont will be joined by other elected officials at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport.
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Moment of silence held to honor Linden H.S. football player
The Linden High School football team returned to the field for the first time since the death of a teammate.
Local state police head to Puerto Rico for Fiona recovery
A contingent of New Jersey state police and New York state troopers boarded a plane for Puerto Rico on Saturday.
United States national parks offer free entry Saturday
The free day is in celebration of National Public Lands Day.
JFK Airport ranks high on customer satisfaction study
The survey looked at factors including terminal facilities, flight delays and airport arrival and departure.
MTA head: Congestion pricing plan likely delayed until 2024
Janno Lieber made the disclosure on CBS2's political talk show, "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
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Police increase patrols at Long Island synagogues, temples
There are no credible threats of violence, but police are working with congregations.
Disaster drill simulates mass casualty event on Long Island
The Zucker School of Medicine put its first-year students through unique mass casualty event training.
Following zoning spat, Court orders beloved Long Island camp to close
Court says Camp Jacobson is not a religious or educational institution and is not entitled to a zoning exemption.
Debate on number of debates heats up in N.Y. gubernatorial race
Republican Lee Zeldin wants several, but Gov. Kathy Hochul says she'll do one and he can take it or leave it.
FDNY loses 300th member to 9/11-related illness
The FDNY has reached another tragic milestone 21 years after 9/11.
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Debate on number of debates heats up in N.Y. gubernatorial race
Republican Lee Zeldin wants several, but Gov. Kathy Hochul says she'll do one and he can take it or leave it.
Gov. Hochul agrees to debate with challenger, Rep. Zeldin
Zeldin has been accusing Hochul of ducking debates.
Appeals court rules DOJ can regain access to sensitive documents seized in Trump search
While Justice Department lawyers and Trump battle over access to the roughly 100 documents with classified markings, proceedings for the review of the materials retrieved from Mar-a-Lago by the outside arbiter have begun.
Biden denounces Russia at U.N., says Putin "shamelessly violated" charter
"This war is about extinguishing Ukraine's right to exist as a state, plain and simple, and Ukraine's right to exist as a people," the president said.
Governors of N.Y., N.J. outline climate change initiatives
The governors came together as part of Climate Week NYC, but appear to not be on the same page on congestion pricing.
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Harlem woman raises awareness about uterine cancer
Uterine cancer is among the most common and treatable cancers, but death rates are climbing due to disparities.
CDC now tracking rise of BF.7 and BA.2.75 COVID variants nationwide
The BA.5 variant from the summer wave of cases has now fallen to 83.1% of new infections.
Officials: 4 Legionnaires' disease deaths reported in Manhattan
Legionnaires' is a type of pneumonia caused by bacteria that grows in warm water.
Patients with severe injuries find relief through VR
By using virtual reality, patients are finding help through a headset.
Experts suggest anxiety screenings for adults under 64
Health experts made the draft recommendation based on a review that began before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Global Citizen Live concert held in Central Park on Saturday
Metallica, Mariah Carey and the Jonas Brothers are headlining the festival.
"1776" Broadway revival reimagines America's Founding Fathers
This diverse cast revives a Broadway classic with a twist on the Founding Fathers hammering out the Declaration of Independence.
94.7 the Block about to celebrate 1-year anniversary
It's the new station to turn to if you love a good throwback from the 1990s into the early 2000s.
Harry Styles wraps up 15-show sold-out residency at MSG
Fans are trying to find a way into the Garden to be part of history, marking his 15th consecutive show.
Paley Center for Media salutes Hispanic achievements in TV
The exhibition features iconic moments in television and highlights milestones from legendary performers.
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Mets ace deGrom tagged, NL East lead cut in loss to A's
DeGrom (5-3) was tagged for five runs and four walks — his worst start since 2019.
All eyes on Aaron Judge as he chases Roger Maris' home run record
Yankees fans are on the edge of their seats as Aaron Judge chases the American League home run record.
Judge still at 60, homerless in 4th straight, Yanks win
Judge was 0 for 3 with two strikeouts, a flyout to medium center and a walk.
Moment of silence held to honor Linden H.S. football player
The Linden High School football team returned to the field for the first time since the death of a teammate.
Mets beat Athletics to extend division lead over Braves
New York has won seven of eight games to open a little cushion in the tight division race.
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Rudy's Hobby & Art: Astoria's supplier of trains, crafts, and memories
"There's fewer and fewer hobby stores left, and I'm one of the rare ones," owner Marvin Cochran told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Savant Studios: A Bed-Stuy boutique where design is personal
"Everything in here just tells a story," owner Michael Graham told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Deno's Wonder Wheel: Coney Island's family-owned ferris wheel spins for over a century
"For me, the Wonder Wheel is the most romantic ride in the world," DJ Vourderis told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Hobby's Delicatessen: A historic family business endures in Newark
"There's nothing like a very busy lunchtime. It's like a symphony orchestra," co-owner Michael Brummer told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Jim's Shoe Repair: A family legacy on the Upper East Side since 1932
"We wouldn't be here 90 years if we didn't do the right thing by the people," owner Joe Rocco told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Remembering 9/11: Photos from the ceremony marking 21 years since the attacks
Families of loved ones who passed away in the task were joined by dignitaries as they marked 21 years since the terror attacks that changed New York and the world forever.
All eyes on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open
All eyes were on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open in Flushing, Queens.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
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First Alert Forecast: CBS2 9/24 Evening Weather at 7PM
CBS2's John Elliott has your First Alert Forecast for September 24 at 7 p.m.
Central Park hosts star-studded Global Citizen Live concert
Central Park hosted the annual Global Citizen Festival on Saturday. The star-studded concert calls for an end to extreme poverty. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
Police: Jogger sexually assaulted in Upper Manhattan park
Police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman who was jogging in a park in Upper Manhattan. CBS2's Alecia Reid reports.
City Council takes action to improve diversity, inclusion at FDNY
The legislation would require the FDNY to develop a plan to diversify firehouses, and also increase transparency with public reports.
Hochul says subway, Metro-North ridership hits highest level since pandemic
More than 188,000 riders took Metro-North Tuesday, and 3.7 million took the subway.
