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.
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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.
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.
Police say the suspect hit the worker in the face with a bottle of unknown liquid. CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
The MTA says it needs to repair the more-than-a-century-old elevated tracks going to and from Grand Central.
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.
The move will take effect at nine subway stations across the city on Monday. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports,
The MTA hopes to make 95% of subway stations fully accessible by 2055.
The MTA is getting more money to make the system more accessible.
Sasha Salazar became the 1 billionth rider after heading out to see a movie.
A Bronx woman became the MTA's 1 billionth rider Tuesday.
The agency says the upgraded technology has shown to improve on-time service by 23% on some other lines. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The MTA says the upgraded technology has shown to improve on-time service by 23% on some other lines.
Police say an emotionally disturbed man was following and threatening the fare collection agent and his partner. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
More than 270 armed workers assist other employees while the MetroCard vending machines are being worked on.
Police say an emotionally disturbed man was following the worker before shots were fired. The suspect was hospitalized with critical injuries. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
CBS2's Jennifer Bisram has the late-breaking details.
Chopper 2 is over the scene at 14th Street in Manhattan.
Police say the suspect entered the station's train dispatch room and confronted a 51-year-old assistant dispatcher.
It happened shortly before 2 a.m. Tuesday inside a station in Chelsea.
If the plan sticks, the MTA said it will go into effect in June and save $1.5 million.
The MTA announced plans to increase some weekend subway trips in Brooklyn and Queens and decrease service on other days, CBS2's Tim McNicholas reports.
The changes are meant to meet post-COVID travel needs, the MTA said.
The outage went unnoticed for 24 hours, and two more days went by before repairs started, due to limited staffing.
Eight months after a gunman opened fire inside a subway car in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, we're getting more details about the failure of security cameras that day. A new report finds some cameras in the station went out days before the shooting. CBS2's Alice Gainer spoke with the president of NYC Transit.
The outage went unnoticed for 24 hours, and two more days went by before repairs started, due to limited staffing.
A sixth grader from Long Island's Sag Harbor died in a rafting accident on a school trip, officials said.
Two people were killed in a bike lane crash on the Queensboro Bridge Thursday morning.
A stolen ambulance sideswiped a vehicle in the Bronx Thursday morning, injuring two people, police sources said.
An NYPD officer found a text that helped a Queens woman recover thousands of dollars after she fell victim to an alleged wire transfer scam over the phone.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani may be taking a page from President Trump and Elon Musk. Thursday morning, Mamdani announced the creation of a Commission on Government Efficiency, or COGE.
A sixth grader from Long Island's Sag Harbor died in a rafting accident on a school trip, officials said.
Two people were killed in a bike lane crash on the Queensboro Bridge Thursday morning.
A stolen ambulance sideswiped a vehicle in the Bronx Thursday morning, injuring two people, police sources said.
An NYPD officer found a text that helped a Queens woman recover thousands of dollars after she fell victim to an alleged wire transfer scam over the phone.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani may be taking a page from President Trump and Elon Musk. Thursday morning, Mamdani announced the creation of a Commission on Government Efficiency, or COGE.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
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.
Protests overnight ended with more clashes, pepper spray and arrests as members of Congress describe dire conditions inside Delaney Hall in Newark.
Protesters gathered again Wednesday in front of Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark.
After fans reported they may have been misled about where the seats they bought were actually located, the attorneys general of New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA over World Cup ticketing practices for matches at MetLife Stadium.
The announcement comes after dozens of New Jersey groups petitioned the governor to issue a ban on artificial intelligence data centers.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
A sixth grader from Long Island's Sag Harbor died in a rafting accident on a school trip, officials said.
Loved ones of a 7-year-old girl allegedly murdered by her caretaker say they're haunted by how they learned of the little girl's death.
On Long Island, one woman has started a movement showing people just how important it is to smile every day.
A predatory invasive fish that can survive out of water and even cross the street has been found in a Long Island pond.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani may be taking a page from President Trump and Elon Musk. Thursday morning, Mamdani announced the creation of a Commission on Government Efficiency, or COGE.
Protests overnight ended with more clashes, pepper spray and arrests as members of Congress describe dire conditions inside Delaney Hall in Newark.
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
A software engineer at Google is facing federal charges after allegedly betting on confidential company information on Polymarket, netting more than $1.2 million in profits.
The law, signed Tuesday by Gov. Kathy Hochul, expressly allows police to establish 50-foot security perimeters outside houses of worship where protests are not allowed.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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.
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.
As the World Cup gets closer and closer, nobody is more excited than the staff at Classic Football Shirts New York in Lower Manhattan, a store that literally has something for everyone.
The Mets pieced together a 4-2 victory over the Reds that snapped a five-game losing streak Wednesday night.
The New York Yankees beat Kansas City on Wednesday night to run their winning streak to 14 straight over the Royals.
This weekend, the fastest boats in the world will turn New York Harbor into a racetrack.
President Trump said Wednesday he expects to attend one of the NBA Finals games at Madison Square Garden.
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.
Lily is a 1.5-year-old dachshund who is 8 pounds, gets along with other small dogs and is looking for a loving family.
It's an overall great day with an afternoon of sun and clouds. Highs will top out in the mid-70s, and it'll be breezy. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
The "For the Win" exhibit features more than 70 iconic sports objects. Visitors can also watch select World Cup matches on big screens and test their soccer skills inside an interactive "Goal Zone."
The Roosevelt Island Tram connects Lenox Hill on the Upper East Side to Roosevelt Island in Queens.
Iran accused the U.S. of another ceasefire violation and said it retaliated by targeting an American base after a second round of what the Pentagon calls "purely defensive" strikes against drone operations.
