MTA deploying "Eagle Teams" to crack down on bus fare evasion
The Eagle Teams will be deployed at bus hubs and be on local buses.
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The Eagle Teams will be deployed at bus hubs and be on local buses.
The MTA is deploying so-called "Eagle Teams" in the agency's latest effort to crack down on bus fare evasion.
The MTA says several passengers were injured in the derailment Thursday morning in Jamaica, Queens.
The MTA says in order to accommodate entrances and facilities, approximately 170 residents will be displaced, along with hundreds of employees.
The MTA is preparing for construction to bring the line to East Harlem. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has been following the project and speaks with the community that will be impacted.
The MTA is preparing for construction to bring the line to East Harlem. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has been following the project and speaks with the community that will be impacted.
Staten Island officials are citing health concerns as another reason to put the brakes on congestion pricing.
Fare hikes don't start for another three weeks, but some people were already getting charged more on Monday.
Staten Island officials plan to file a lawsuit to stop plans to charge drivers entering Manhattan's central business district.
The contest invited New Yorkers to vote for their favorite subway performers.
A first-of-its-kind award was handed out in New York City.
Empire Center's new study shows 566 collected more than $100,000 in overtime and many tripled their pay.
A new report finds you don't have to be a top transit officials to take home a big paycheck from the MTA. More than 1,100 workers doubled their salaries because of overtime, costing the agency nearly $1.3 billion. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer reports. Read more: a href="https://cbsloc.al/44LbTPs" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"https://cbsloc.al/44LbTPs/a
Sources tell CBS New York the board hopes to have a toll plan in place by the fall.
The MTA panel empowered to set the toll rates for congestion pricing is pushing ahead despite lawsuit and second thoughts expressed by some New York politicians. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
It happened at around 7 p.m. on East 180th near Mohegan Avenue, officials said.
Borough President Vito Fossella says the borough has been overlooked by the MTA.
The crash happened at around 7 p.m. in the West Farms section of the borough. Witnesses described the violent collision to CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian.
Friday, the MTA started laying the groundwork, installing new cashless toll scanners on the city's West Side.
New Jersey politicians have filed a lawsuit to stop the MTA's congestion pricing plan, but it may be just a stalling tactic. CBS political reporter Marcia Kramer explains. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Y1FFgo
New Jersey is suing the federal government to block the controversial plan to charge drivers who enter Manhattan below 60th Street.
It's not clear how much, but sources said it could be as much as half the original price during the day.
It's going to cost you more to get around New York City. The MTA board voted to raise fares for nearly all its customers in August. This comes as we're getting new information about the recommended tolls for congestion pricing. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3NY3dxZ
If you take public transit in the city, starting later in August you'll feel the squeeze every time you ride.
The winners will get a recording session with Atlantic Records. Voting takes place online through July 26.
A high-ranking member of the NYPD is on modified duty as police in Rockland County investigate his involvement in a shooting incident.
A little-known story of six Chinese passengers who survived the sinking of the Titanic is adding to the legend of the famous shipwreck.
For the first time since 1949, Katz's Deli is welcoming customers back inside an historic dining room.
Protesters came face-to-face with ICE agents Tuesday outside Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey.
Monitor Point proposal in Greenpoint would bring 1,150 apartments, including 460 affordable units, to former industrial waterfront site.
A high-ranking member of the NYPD is on modified duty as police in Rockland County investigate his involvement in a shooting incident.
A little-known story of six Chinese passengers who survived the sinking of the Titanic is adding to the legend of the famous shipwreck.
For the first time since 1949, Katz's Deli is welcoming customers back inside an historic dining room.
Monitor Point proposal in Greenpoint would bring 1,150 apartments, including 460 affordable units, to former industrial waterfront site.
The New York City Council and Mamdani administration are beginning negotiations this week to hammer out the city's budget. The Council's first ask is an increase in funding for the FDNY.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
It's a gloomy day with rain lingering across the Tri-State Area as Memorial Day weekend shapes up to be unsettled.
Severe storms caused damage and flooding across New York and New Jersey on Wednesday.
Protesters came face-to-face with ICE agents Tuesday outside Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
Protests escalated outside Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, after DHS denied Gov. Sherrill's request to enter the facility.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
The Jones Beach Memorial Day drone show lit up the night sky Monday after it was postponed due to dreary weather over the weekend.
Memorial Day parades and events are taking place all across New York on Monday.
At Jones Beach, Memorial Day Weekend may be more of a washout than beach weather.
Three women were charged with killing 7-year-old Jor'Dynn Duncan inside an alleged house of horrors in Bayport, New York.
The New York City Council and Mamdani administration are beginning negotiations this week to hammer out the city's budget. The Council's first ask is an increase in funding for the FDNY.
New Jersey's six-day early voting period in the 2026 primary election is underway. Here's a guide with what you need to know.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a new "block by block" initiative to tackle the city's affordable housing crisis Tuesday morning.
President Trump on Tuesday underwent a "6 month physical" at Walter Reed National Military Hospital, he posted on social media.
Protests escalated outside Delaney Hall, an ICE detention center in Newark, after DHS denied Gov. Sherrill's request to enter the facility.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
New York City's Department of Health is evaluating an East Village apartment complex after two residents were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease over the course of a year.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night after he recorded his final episode of "The Late Show."
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
"Romeo and Juliet" is being shown at Central Park starting Friday night through June 28. Free tickets can be attained through a lottery.
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
Celebrity fans attended the Knicks game in Cleveland as they celebrated a historic win to earn their spot in the NBA Finals.
The Panini World Cup sticker album is a massive phenomenon amongst fans, and it's selling fast in New York City.
The Knicks knocked out Cleveland in the Eastern Conference finals and will play for an NBA championship for the first time in 27 years.
Nick Lodolo won for the first time in four starts since returning from a blister, JJ Bleday and Tyler Stephenson homered off an ineffective Nolan McLean, and the Cincinnati Reds extended the New York Mets' losing streak.
Monitor Point proposal in Greenpoint would bring 1,150 apartments, including 460 affordable units, to former industrial waterfront site.
Gold Star families, veterans and thousands of spectators gathered in Bay Ridge to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
The grassroots group pushed for bilingual policing, victim support and anti-gang efforts as Brooklyn's Chinatown rapidly grew.
Advocates estimate one-third of the 200-acre park in Flushing is still without functioning drinking fountains and bathrooms.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
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.
A high-ranking member of the NYPD is on modified duty as police in Rockland County investigate his involvement in a shooting incident. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
A little-known story of six Chinese passengers who survived the sinking of the Titanic is adding to the legend of the famous shipwreck. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
For the first time since 1949, Katz's is welcoming customers back inside an historic dining room. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Protesters came face-to-face with ICE agents Tuesday outside Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
The New York City Council and Mamdani administration are beginning negotiations this week to hammer out the city's budget. The Council's first ask is an increase in funding for the FDNY. Supporters say the funds are a matter of life and death. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
