N.J. Gov. Mikie Sherrill orders NJ Transit to improve rider experience
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order Tuesday that pushes NJ Transit to improve the rider experience.
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Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order Tuesday that pushes NJ Transit to improve the rider experience.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is ordering big changes in transit, aiming to give commuters a cleaner, safer and more reliable ride. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Officials say a person was hit by a NJ Transit train in Millburn, New Jersey, on Wednesday evening. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
New Jersey's new Portal North Bridge opened for NJ Transit on Monday, marking a milestone for commuters after weeks of disruptions.
The opening of New Jersey's new bridge marks a milestone in the Gateway Program after weeks of NJ Transit disruptions. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Overhead wire problems at the Portal Bridge forced the suspension of some NJ Transit and Amtrak trains Friday.
It may be a tough commute home for NJ Transit riders. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
An overhead wire issue near the Portal Bridge forced NJ Transit trains to stop between Newark and Manhattan, causing major delays and confusion. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
NJ Transit President Kris Kolluri spoke with CBS News New York's Chris Wragge and Mary Calvi after a downed wire at the Portal Bridge snarled the morning commute.
Overhead wire problems at the Portal Bridge forced the suspension of NJ Transit service in both directions between Newark Penn Station and New York's City's Penn Station Friday morning.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill hosted a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 116-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and CBS News New York's Nick Caloway were among those who took the first trip over the new bridge on Thursday.
It's a big day for the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 115-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill will join officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit for a ceremonial first train ride over the new Portal North Bridge. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, on the job for a little over a month, called for major cuts during her first budget address Tuesday.
Two teen girls were rescued from a stuck elevator at NJ Transit's Ninth Street/Congress Street light rail station over the weekend.
Starting Friday night, New Jersey Transit warns of additional delays due to emergency Amtrak repairs.
It happened Saturday at 6:50 p.m. The girls, 15, were trapped in the elevator shaft for two hours after it came to a halt in the shaft about 20 feet off the ground. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
The Long Island Rail Road, NJ Transit and other commuter rails are running Tuesday but with modified schedules after a major snowstorm hit the Tri-State Area.
NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said the system is back up and working after the major winter storm.
Tuesday could be a challenge for millions of residents who rely on transit as service slowly comes back. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest details.
Staten Island elected officials and residents say there's really no way the streets will be ready for buses to school on Tuesday morning. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
NJ Transit will be back in action on Monday afternoon, with limited service beginning to ramp up after 4 p.m.
CBS News New York's Nick Caloway has the latest on the conditions in Ridgewood.
NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri spoke with CBS News New York's Mary Calvi about restoring service following the intense snow storm bringing blizzard conditions to the area.
A man is dead after a shootout with police in Newport, Rhode Island, that also left an officer injured.
Police are still looking for an armed and dangerous man who they say is responsible for deadly shootings in the Bronx and Brooklyn.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
A rally was held in Southeast Queens Tuesday pushing back against a planned lithium-ion battery storage facility.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
Police are still looking for an armed and dangerous man who they say is responsible for deadly shootings in the Bronx and Brooklyn.
A rally was held in Southeast Queens Tuesday pushing back against a planned lithium-ion battery storage facility.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
Three teenagers were killed, and four people are in the hospital after two cars crashed on the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn, police said.
A CBS News New York investigation has found that a car registered to the former police chief of Tuckahoe in Westchester County was involved in multiple reported hit-and-runs within minutes.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
Along with the increasingly humid conditions comes another chance of showers and storms overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
A man is dead after a shootout with police in Newport, Rhode Island, that also left an officer injured.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
A 9/11 memorial in Jersey City that's in need of repairs and maintenance is getting help from actor Gary Sinise's foundation.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Dozens of syringes and other debris were found on the beach in Manasquan on the Jersey Shore over the weekend.
Officers on Long Island deployed a drone to find the suspect after he robbed a home and ran away.
Starting in September, the Long Island Rail Road will offer year-round service to Montauk.
After years in the making, a team of surgeons successfully performed the first pancreas-kidney transplant on Long Island. Despite complicated risks, the first patient selected was all in. As CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, the patient says the double transplant saved his life.
The names include people who died from 9/11-related illnesses.
A man was arrested after investigators said they found 23 guns and hundreds of grams of various illegal drugs at his Long Island home.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
State officials sent letters to agencies across New York instructing them to unwind agreements with ICE by Tuesday.
A coalition representing 1,000 minority-owned bodegas and supermarkets is suing to stop New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to build five city-run grocery stores.
The Supreme Court divided 6-3 in granting the Trump administration's request for emergency relief.
The meeting came with Democrats expected to take control of the House in the November elections, which would put Jeffries in line to become the next House speaker.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The AMC Kips Bay 15 on Second Avenue has been open since 1999 but will shut down at the end of 2026, according to a spokesperson.
Francisco Lindor scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th to lead the Mets past the Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night.
New Yorkers have a chance to snag discounted tickets to the U.S. Open.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Defender James Sands made a spectacular goal clearance before scoring in first-half stoppage time to help NYCFC earn a 1-1 draw with the New England Revolution on Sunday.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
The child star who played "Ron Weasley" in all eight Harry Potter films will appear for 17 weeks in the Broadway show starting in February.
Enjoy the sunshine because Thursday afternoon brings stormy weather with potentially heavy rain. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
Actor Tim Curry, known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It," has died, his manager confirmed.
Officers on Long Island deployed a drone to find the suspect after he robbed a home and ran away.
Water is shut down until 10 p.m. Wednesday for some residents, while others are under a boil water advisory.
