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A look at how commuters feel about Grand Central Madison one year in. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo reports.

'We're still not overly happy'

The railroad's president said he believes riders appreciate improved cleaning and maintenance. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports.

'It's always just gross'

Experts say the crash that seriously injured two teens highlights how a failure to improve roadways can leave taxpayers liable for damages and legal bills. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'I was a victim here as well'

Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo went on a 13-hour-plus journey across all forms of Long Island's public transportation. Here is everything you need to know.

'What if I did them all in the same day'

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The Kids, Cars & Consequences educational trailer is set to visit schools and other community events.

Stories of Long Islanders killed by impaired drivers focus of Suffolk County educational trailer

Free began his career cleaning train stations and rose to become the head of the largest commuter railroad in North America.

After 3 decades with LIRR, Rob Free to step down as its president

3 dead in 3 LI crashes on same day

Pickup and drop-off locations can be anywhere within a 14-square-mile zone.

Suffolk's new bus option is like an oversized Uber

The railroad's president said he believes riders appreciate improved cleaning and maintenance.

Why are restrooms closed so often on the LIRR?

Bridge repairs between some exits on the westbound LIE and southbound Meadowbrook will mean closures from late Friday to early Monday.

Sections of 2 Nassau highways closing for weekend bridge repairs

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Officials and residents weigh in on Long Island MacArthur Airport ranking as the best small airport in America.

'I totally think it's the best airport in America'

Supporters of "through-running" would like to see LIRR trains adding stops beyond Long Island. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports.

'I think it is a transformative solution'

Suffolk politicians call for third lane in stretch from Patchogue to Center Moriches. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'It seems wide enough'

More than 700 of the automatic license plate readers adorn poles and other structures in Nassau and Suffolk counties pitting security against privacy concerns. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Invasion of privacy? That's not cool'

Suffolk County has agreed to a $57.5 million settlement that repays drivers up to $36 for administrative fees. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

"If I get anything back, I'll be happy"

Street takeovers this summer on Long Island have led to traffic tickets, impounded vehicles and arrests. Newsday reporter Nicholas Grasso provides insight on this trend.

Different views on LI street takeovers

Possible plans to build a trail connecting parts of Long Island have many residents excited about the future.

'Leads to future improvement on Long Island'

Long-forgotten unpaid traffic infractions in other states are causing a delay in New York State license renewals. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It's ridiculous'

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo take a look at the history of the Long Island Expressway.

'Sort of the fuel for Long Island'

Now that Suffolk County has agreed to refund drivers $45 million in illegal red light camera fees, will Nassau County follow suit? NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday transportation reporter Peter Gill have more.

'Nassau is continuing to fight its case in court'

A 2023 Farmingdale High School crash led to New York mandating seat belts in charter buses, but enforcement remains challenging. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'This law is difficult to enforce'

Long Island commuters are not happy about new railroad ticketing policies implemented earlier this year. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has more.

'This change was a little bit for the worse for me'

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