New York City Transit gets a new president as comptroller's report shows huge budget gap
Demetrius Crichlow was named president of New York City Transit Wednesday. He held that post on an interim basis for about five months.
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Demetrius Crichlow was named president of New York City Transit Wednesday. He held that post on an interim basis for about five months.
But, as CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports, Wednesday's capital plan vote was only part of the battle. Here's what it means for riders.
The MTA next plans to modernize the G line and parts of the 4, 5, 6. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has more on what it's like to FaceTime in a tunnel.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a statewide state of emergency due to the risk of severe storms from the remnants of Hurricane Debby.
The transit agency is now facing an unexpected budget deficit of $428 million in 2027 and $469 million in 2028. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Advocates say Gov. Hochul's congestion pricing pause to blame for MTA's $400 million operational budget deficit in 2027-28.
CBS New York's Alice Gainer has the latest on two new ones filed against Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday.
The Long Island Rail Road is another step closer to full accessibility.
The MTA says riders can rely on prompt shuttle buses during six-week shutdown of G train line in Queens and Brooklyn.
Lieber spoke Monday for the first time since Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the indefinite delay of the tolling plan. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
CBS New York's Marcia Kramer breaks down what the transit agency could do going forward.
CEO Janno Lieber says MTA to try to figure out funding without congestion pricing tolling plan.
Lieber said the news was incredibly difficult, and that the MTA will try to figure out funding without the tolling plan. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber held a press conference days after Gov. Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing in New York City.
The Copiague LIRR station will be made fully ADA accessible in the coming weeks, MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said.
The brand new, 400,000-square-foot facility is now operating at what the MTA calls the Harmon Shop in Croton-on-Hudson.
To counter congestion pricing, a 10% discount has been approved for LIRR, Metro-North riders who buy monthly passes.
CBS New York did some digging and found out just how much the MTA has budgeted for congestion pricing pollution mitigation.
CBS New York's Marcia Kramer did some digging and found out just how much the MTA has budgeted for congestion pricing pollution mitigation.
Janno Lieber discusses the MTA's response to the Northeast earthquake, where things stand with congestion pricing and answers subway riders' questions.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber discusses the agency's response to the Northeast earthquake, the imminent rollout of congestion pricing, and more with CBS New York's Marcia Kramer. Plus, New Yorkers weigh in on the new tax.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber discusses the earthquake's impact on the NYC transit system, the imminent rollout of congestion pricing, and answers subway riders' questions on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
MTA Chair Janno Lieber says New York City's bridges, tunnels and subway system are built to withstand "a much higher level of seismic activity" than what the 4.8 magnitude earthquake brought.
MTA Head Janno Lieber spoke to CBS New York's Marcia Kramer about good news for New Jersey officials who have been fighting to stop congestion pricing because of environmental concerns. Watch his full interview on "The Point" this Sunday morning at 11:30.
Proposals are due in June, but officials say commuters will likely start to see stores open in 2025, with hopes of a full concourse by 2026.
Three random stabbings in New York City Monday morning left two people dead. Police believe the attacks were all carried out by the same suspect, who is in custody.
The New York Giants are benching quarterback Daniel Jones and fan-favorite Tommy DeVito will start against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this week, according to reports.
The funeral for Dariel Vasquez, the 18-year-old New York State Parks aide who died fighting the Jennings Creek wildfire, was held Monday.
Dramatic video shows the moment a sidewalk shed collapsed and injured three people in New York City.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
Three random stabbings in New York City Monday morning left two people dead. Police believe the attacks were all carried out by the same suspect, who is in custody.
The funeral for Dariel Vasquez, the 18-year-old New York State Parks aide who died fighting the Jennings Creek wildfire, was held Monday.
Dramatic video shows the moment a sidewalk shed collapsed and injured three people in New York City.
The MTA board voted to approve Gov. Kathy Hochul's revamped New York City congestion pricing plan today.
A cellphone company worker says he was attacked by a Long Island law enforcement officer while doing his job.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect today across the entire Tri-State Area until 6 p.m.
Service is finally restored after a transformer explosion and fire along Amtrak tracks in the Bronx caused service suspensions throughout the region Tuesday and Wednesday.
A Red Flag Warning is back in effect for much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as the fire threat remains high.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
Orange County, New York is dealing with an extended state of emergency due to the ongoing Jennings Creek wildfire.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
Hundreds of delays at Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday resulted from air traffic control staffing problems.
The risk of wildfire development will remain elevated across the Tri-State Area through the next several days.
A cellphone company worker says he was attacked by a Long Island law enforcement officer while doing his job.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
Stony Brook residents are calling for the restoration of the centuries-old Mill Pond, which was drained and destroyed during a torrential storm in August.
A Rockville Centre police detective faces hate crime charges following an incident in Manorville, prosecutors said Wednesday.
Long Island volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles is accused of intentionally setting a brush fire in Medford, New York.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
A return to Madison Square Garden meant revisiting the place where a comedian caused an uproar at a Trump rally last month by likening Puerto Rico to a "floating island of garbage."
Wright has been one of the industry's loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause on natural gas export approvals by the Biden administration.
Almost 2.5 million New Yorkers' state criminal records are now automatically sealed under the Clean Slate Act.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and sway public opinion from jail in NYC to influence potential jurors in his sex trafficking trial, prosecutors say.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
The New York Giants are benching quarterback Daniel Jones and fan-favorite Tommy DeVito will start against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this week, according to reports.
Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots for his second straight shutout as the New York Rangers beat the Seattle Kraken on Sunday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 15 rebounds, and the Knicks completed a weekend sweep of the Nets with a 114-104 victory on Sunday.
Anthony Richardson ran for a 4-yard touchdown with 46 seconds left, lifting the Colts to a 28-27 win over the Jets on Sunday.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.
Families in Central Harlem will soon settle into their new homes at Marcus Garvey Village, which also brings free gathering spaces to the community and an LGBTQ center.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
Brooklyn transit riders are worried about an ongoing proposal to cut bus stops as part of a redesign project.
A Long Island man's life savings were stolen from his bank account, and he says he's been waiting a year to get it back.
As work is being completed on a six-block stretch of the Ocean Parkway Greenway, cyclists say the rest of the bike path is overdue for upgrades.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
A series of random stabbings left two people dead and a third in critical condition Monday morning, officials said.
The funeral for Dariel Vasquez, the 18-year-old New York State Parks aide who died fighting the Jennings Creek wildfire, was held in Haverstraw. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The MTA is set to vote on whether to approve Gov. Kathy Hochul's latest congestion pricing plan. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Dramatic video shows the moment a sidewalk shed collapsed and injured three people in Manhattan. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Police believe three stabbings in New York City Monday morning that left two people dead and another critically injured may be connected.
