NYC subway fares rise to $3.00 as MTA hikes take effect
The MTA's 2026 fare hikes are now in effect on NYC subways, buses and trains. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
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The MTA's 2026 fare hikes are now in effect on NYC subways, buses and trains. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
Subway fares are now $3 per ride, and LIRR and Metro-North fares increased 4.5% for passengers with weekly or monthly tickets. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
For MTA customers, the daily commute will cost more starting Sunday. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports on the increases.
But as CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports, New Yorkers have heard similar proposals before.
Some New York City subway riders say a new gate system designed to cut down on turnstile jumpers is creating chaos, confusion and potential danger.
Mayor Mike Spano said Yonkers loses about $400,000 every year in property taxes because the MTA does not pay for the bus depot.
Mayor Mike Spano said Yonkers loses about $400,000 every year in property taxes because the MTA does not pay for the bus depot. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
It happened at the corner of Warburton and Ashburton Avenues at around 1:15 p.m.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
MTA officials said the new gates use dozens of sensors to help counteract fare evasion and make stations more accessible.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the MTA and the NYPD say New York City's subway system is getting safer, despite a recent string of high-profile transit crimes.
Gov. Kathy Hochul and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch say despite a recent spate of high-profile crimes in the subway system, ridership is up and crime is at historic lows. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story.
The union representing bus dispatchers says critical systems inside the MTA's bus command center repeatedly failed, but the transit agency is pushing back on those claims.
Two people were hurt after an MTA work train hit an overhead column on a bridge in Inwood on Wednesday afternoon.
The union representing bus dispatchers says critical systems inside the MTA's bus command center repeatedly failed, leaving them unable to track buses or communicate directly with drivers, but the MTA is pushing back on those claims. CBS News New York transportation reporter Elijah Westbrook has the story.
After more than three decades of swipes, the MetroCard, a familiar piece of New York City history, is heading into retirement.
Seven people were injured when an MTA bus crashed into several parked cars in the Bronx on Monday afternoon.
Police sources told CBS News New York's Ali Bauman it appears this bus was having mechanical issues and when the driver tried to put the brakes on the bus slid and crashed into 4 parked cars in Morrisania.
Eight people were hurt in the crash, including the bus driver who was treated for minor injuries.
The MTA is cracking down on bus lane violations with fines on four Bronx and Manhattan bus routes.
Amtrak has been working around the clock to rehabilitate two of the four century-old tubes of the East River Tunnel, which was badly damaged by Superstorm Sandy.
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook took a tour of the tunnels that are getting a serious makeover after sustaining extensive damage during Superstorm Sandy.
One driver claims an E-ZPass representative made a mistake entering her plate information into the system, and now it is costing her thousands.
Some drivers claim they have no idea anything is wrong until the bill is suddenly in the thousands of dollars. Investigative reporter Mahsa Saeidi shows us how fast that can happen.
The proposed line could get riders from Jackson Heights, Queens to Sunset Park, Brooklyn in 32 minutes. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
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.
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The Empire State Building climbers are in custody, and charges are pending, according to police sources.
Former WCBS Chief Broadcast Engineer said professionals who climb the building take many precautions and are well-trained.
There is a heavy police presence around the Empire State Building and many spectators on the ground taking pictures after two people climbed to the very top. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports from the scene.
One person proposed to another after the two climbed to the very top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday afternoon.
The plan includes thousands of officers on duty, specialized teams and security checkpoints to enter viewing areas. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.