MTA Board met today to discuss raising fares to offset deficit caused by the decrease in ridership and fares due to COVID-19. 


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A recent string of major service disruptions at Penn Station raises new concerns about the station's ability to handle the heavy demand from riders. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo explains.

'Several major service disruptions'

Beefed up security measures are in place around Madison Square Garden in preparation for President Trump's attendance at Game 3. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Avoid the MSG area tonight if you do not have tickets'

Dr. Luis Maldonado, of Commack, lost his wife and father-in-law when an LIRR train struck her car. The LIRR said she drove around the gate, but a jury found the railroad negligent. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo reports.

'Worst day of my life'

Nassau County's police department gave out around half the number of core safety-related tickets as it did in 2019. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday transportation reporter Peter Gill have more.

'Enforcement a priority'

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Typically congested summer traffic on the East End is predicted to be even worse during the U.S. Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

LIRR, free shuttles, best way to get to U.S. Open, organizers say

A new program at Vaughn College in Queens is designed to help address a nationwide shortage of air traffic controllers.

Ready for takeoff: These LIers are embarking on a high-pressure career

An official with the rail corporation said it has been planning for months for the World Cup, including by hardening and renewing "antiquated" infrastructure.

Despite another fire, Amtrak official says rail service is ready for World Cup crowds

The LIRR will run its standard schedule and some subway lines will have extra service on match days, the MTA says. Only World Cup ticket holders can board NJ Transit trains to MetLife Stadium.

Commuting during the World Cup? Here's what to know as the event kicks off

In 2023, the MTA entered into a tentative deal to purchase 40 acres, with the goal of transforming the site into an LIRR rail yard.

Electrification likely delayed after deal falls apart for LIRR rail yard at Lawrence Aviation site

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is warning more than 1 million Jeep owners their vehicles can catch fire — even when the ignition is turned off.

Jeep recall: Park outside as vehicles may catch fire until repairs are made

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A runway at LaGuardia Airport was closed due to a sinkhole. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

Sinkhole closes runway at LGA

Crews were working Friday to repair a large sinkhole near Exit 49 of the LIE in Melville that partially swallowed a car on Thursday. Two lanes remain closed.

Mess on the LIE

Commuters on Tuesday spoke about how they dealt with the strike and how they feel about being back on LIRR trains. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I would not want to do that on a regular'

The LIRR strike has ended and trains are back in service. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso A. Castillo explains some of the details of the deal that ended the strike.

'There are things in there that make it more affordable'

Kevin Sexton, from the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, announced on Monday night a deal has been made between the MTA and LIRR unions.

'The parties have reached an agreement'

Commuters faced heavy delays on the Long Island Expressway on Tuesday morning, as the LIRR wont be back to full strength until later. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

'Hoping tomorrow everything will be good'

The MTA and the LIRR unions have reached an agreement to end the 3-day transit strike. NewsdayTV's Pat Dolan reports.

Service restarts at noon Tuesday

With the end of the LIRR strike and some trains set to start running at noon Tuesday, commuters faced one more early morning slog taking shuttle buses to subway lines in Queens reach their destinations. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie speaks to commuters at the Hicksville train station.

End to chaotic morning commute in sight

Some Long Islanders described a tiring commute to work, while picketing LIRR employees continued to make their voices heard. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It's really tough'

Without the LIRR as an option because of the strike, Long Islanders in Plainview Monday felt frustrated about the amount of traffic and higher gas prices. Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman reports.

'It's definitely annoying'

Frustration was mounting on Day 3 of the LIRR strike Monday, as commuters at the Hicksville station faced taking shuttle buses and subways to reach their jobs in New York City. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's hurting everybody, the strike'

Drivers might want to allot extra time for their morning drive on Monday during the LIRR strike as traffic builds on the Long Island Expressway. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

Traffic building on LIE during morning drive

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A potential Game 6 at MSG coinciding with a World Cup match on Tuesday would be a "perfect storm."

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