MTA report shows 16% drop in subway crimes since Oct. 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams and the MTA say the subway system is getting safer.
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MTA reports double-digit drop in subway crime
The MTA reports a double-digit drop in crime on the subway system, but do riders feel safer? CBS2's Kristie Keleshian has reaction and what the city and state are doing to combat crime.
New report shows 16 percent drop in subway crimes
Gov. Hochul and Mayor Adams say the subways are getting safer, CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
MTA unveils new elevator for commuters at Penn Station
Four other existing elevators have also been replaced.
MTA unveils new elevator to improve subway accessibility
The MTA is doing its part to make it easy for everyone to get around.
MTA opens LIRR terminal at Grand Central
Gov. Kathy Hochul was on board for the long awaited first ride Wednesday. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has the details.
LIRR access begins at Grand Central Madison
Gov. Kathy Hochul and MTA officials make remarks after riding the Grand Central Madison direct train.
LIRR service begins to new Grand Central Madison terminal
After more than two decades and $11 billion spent, the East Side is ready to welcome thousands of LIRR commuters.
MTA expanding pilot program allowing open strollers on buses
Many disability advocates initially panned the change, but the MTA says there have been no reported incidents.
People with disabilities concerned about MTA's Open Strollers program
The MTA is expanding its pilot program to allow open strollers on New York City buses, but as CBS2's Ali Bauman reports, the move to make parents' and caretakers' lives easier could be making the commute for others more difficult.
MTA expanding open strollers pilot program
The MTA says it's expanding its pilot program allowing open strollers on New York City buses.
Improved bus lanes at Pelham Bay Park station
DOT says the changes could save commuters two and a half minutes per day.
TV meteorologist says he was attacked by teens on subway
Klotz said he was punched after telling the teens to stop harassing an older man on the train.
Violent weekend on the subway
Subway violence turned deadly over the weekend, and now police are investigating an attack on a tv meteorologist on a train in Chelsea. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Another weekend of subway violence
An attack on a station platform turned deadly. Now, police are investigating another attack on a tv meteorologist in Chelsea. CBS2's John Dias reports.
Lawmakers propose hitting MTA funding over congestion pricing
The Anti-Congestion Pricing Tax Act would reduce federal dollars going toward the MTA and giving drivers a tax credit if the plan does go through. CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
N.Y., N.J. lawmakers teaming up against congestion pricing
Congressmen Josh Gottheimer and Mike Lawler are hoping to pump the brakes on the controversial measure.
New York, New Jersey lawmakers set to speak out against congestion pricing
Today lawmakers from two different states -- and two different parties -- will look to pump the brakes on the controversial plan. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook explains.
MTA conductor assaulted on board B train
Police say the suspect hit the worker in the face with a bottle of unknown liquid. CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
Park Ave Viaduct repair forcing some businesses to relocate
The MTA recently announced it plans to replace the existing structure on the Metro-North's more-than-a-century-old Park Avenue Viaduct, but some nearby businesses fear the worst. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
MTA repair of Park Ave Viaduct forcing some businesses to relocate
The MTA says it needs to repair the more-than-a-century-old elevated tracks going to and from Grand Central.
MTA reopening 18 public bathrooms
The move will take effect at nine subway stations across the city on Monday. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports,
MTA receiving $254M to improve accessibility at 4 stations
The MTA hopes to make 95% of subway stations fully accessible by 2055.
MTA receives $254 million to improve accessibility
The MTA is getting more money to make the system more accessible.
MTA celebrates 1 billionth rider
Sasha Salazar became the 1 billionth rider after heading out to see a movie.
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Three people stabbed during argument in Bronx
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MTA report shows 16% drop in subway crimes since Oct. 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams and the MTA say the subway system is getting safer.
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Outraged voters petition to expel George Santos over lies
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