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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has launched a new button campaign urging customers to move their feet and give up their seats for pregnant riders, seniors, and those with disabilities.
Several subway lines were hit significant delays Sunday afternoon and evening.
The rain didn't just cause problems for drivers - rail commuters were also facing delays on Friday night.
Police say they want to question 44-year-old Zire King in connection with the death of 41-year-old Jacqueline Dicks.
The woman has been identified as 41-year-old Jacqueline Dicks, who was mother of six children.
A new audit finds the Metropolitan Transportation Authority hasn't been conducting all the scheduled maintenance on its escalators and elevators.
Recent problems at Penn Station haven't just had commuters seething -- the Long Island Rail Road is ready to sue.
Paint chips falling from subway tracks could pose a serious health risk to people walking underneath -- particularly children.
Imagine a first aid kit designed specifically to protect against a potential terror attack. The MTA's K-9 police force now has that, and it's the first of its kind in the country.
It happened just before 6:45 a.m. on Lexington Avenue near 45th Street.
A new report from the controller's office found that the Long Island Rail Road is falling short in on-time performance, and where you get on the train could make all the difference in the world.
MTA Acting Chairman Fernando Ferrer and Interim Executive Director Veronique Hakim penned a letter to Amrak President and CEO Charles Moorman on Wednesday.
The $72 million renovation project aims to improve rider experience, including infrastructure repairs, upgraded communications systems, and digital screens to display rider information.
Fares have gone up for weekly and monthly MetroCards as well as for LIRR and Metro-North riders. Tolls have also gone up for MTA bridges and tunnels.
A Metropolitan Transportation Authority fare hike is now in effect for trains, buses, bridges and tunnels across New York City.
The MTA will keep the base MetroCard fare for subways and buses at $2.75, but fares will be going up for weekly and monthly cards.
Mass transit operations across the Tri-State are gearing up for possible changes ahead of a powerful winter storm expected to sweep the area Tuesday.
The storm is expected to dump more than a foot of snow with some areas seeing higher amounts.
The NTSB is getting ready to release the results of its investigation into a devastating train crash in Westchester County.
The windy weather Thursday is causing some problems for NJ TRANSIT riders.
Sixty-five lawmakers and a transit group were demanding Monday that Gov. Andrew Cuomo find a way to replace $65 million that he plans to cut from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority budget.
MTA officials blame the 3% dip in weekend ridership on the rise of Uber and other on demand car service apps, in addition to weekend track work.
Metropolitan Transportation Authority fare hikes will go into effect in a matter of weeks -- but as commuters pay more, many said they are getting much less service.
It happened again on Friday morning, the MTA confirmed that it was the third time in ten days that there was a service disruption at the 168th Street station in Washington Heights.
The MTA board has voted to keep base MetroCard fares at $2.75 while decreasing rider bonuses.
An online petition calling for Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony has purportedly drawn thousands of signatures, including some victims' families.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
A heartbroken family is sounding off after they say their matriarch's remains were cremated by a Queens funeral home against her wishes.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
An online petition calling for Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony has purportedly drawn thousands of signatures, including some victims' families.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
A heartbroken family is sounding off after they say their matriarch's remains were cremated by a Queens funeral home against her wishes.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
While the air quality is improving, haze still lingers as New Yorkers brace for upcoming rain and possibly severe storms Saturday.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
A man died, and three other people were injured when a boat crashed into a channel marker in Barnegat Bay in Toms River Township, New Jersey State Police said.
A group of campers ate suspected mushroom-laced edibles at an East Orange YMCA in New Jersey, according to police.
The software company at the center of a New Jersey noncitizen voting controversy fired back Thursday, saying the state is responsible for the snafu.
Edison Township Council members approved emergency appropriations needed to get furloughed employees back on the job on Friday.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
Some Long Island residents say giant rats are ruining their summer. Neighbors in Nassau County's Seaford said their beautiful backyards have been overrun. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
We're just a few days away from the CBIZ Workplace Challenge on Long Island. Mindy Davidson and Jim Aspromonti stopped by CBS News New York to talk about the event.
On Long Island, a dangerous intersection has one East Northport mother pushing for change. CBS News New York's John Dias has more on the safety concerns she’s bringing straight to local leaders and what they’re now doing about it.
An online petition calling for Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony has purportedly drawn thousands of signatures, including some victims' families.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani responded Sunday to criticism that he's fueling antisemitism as Jewish New Yorkers rallied on Manhattan's Upper West Side against antisemitism and hate.
This week on The Point with Marcia Kramer, our host sits down with political strategists J.C. Polanco and O'Brien Murray to discuss the week that was in New York and national politics.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Tyrone Taylor put the Mets ahead with a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and New York beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday to prevent a season sweep.
Cam Schlitter helped lead the New York Yankees to victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Friday night.
The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Mets 4-2 on Friday night.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Hundreds gathered to remember Army Sgt. Angel Rampersad, who died on July 17. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
The alleged attack happened just after 1 a.m. Sunday near Farmers Boulevard. Police sources told CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner the suspects fled east in a Honda Civic.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan has the latest on the legendary 83-year-old singer and songwriter's condition.
CBS News New York's Nick Caloway has more on the young star athletes as they chase their championship dreams.
Most of the area could see strong downpours that could lead to flooding. CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your latest forecast.
