Test Finds Unsafe Levels Of Lead In Paint Falling From 7-Train Tracks
Paint chips falling from subway tracks could pose a serious health risk to people walking underneath -- particularly children.
Paint chips falling from subway tracks could pose a serious health risk to people walking underneath -- particularly children.
Imagine a first aid kit designed specifically to protect against a potential terror attack. The MTA's K-9 police force now has that, and it's the first of its kind in the country.
It happened just before 6:45 a.m. on Lexington Avenue near 45th Street.
A new report from the controller's office found that the Long Island Rail Road is falling short in on-time performance, and where you get on the train could make all the difference in the world.
MTA Acting Chairman Fernando Ferrer and Interim Executive Director Veronique Hakim penned a letter to Amrak President and CEO Charles Moorman on Wednesday.
The $72 million renovation project aims to improve rider experience, including infrastructure repairs, upgraded communications systems, and digital screens to display rider information.
Fares have gone up for weekly and monthly MetroCards as well as for LIRR and Metro-North riders. Tolls have also gone up for MTA bridges and tunnels.
A Metropolitan Transportation Authority fare hike is now in effect for trains, buses, bridges and tunnels across New York City.
The MTA will keep the base MetroCard fare for subways and buses at $2.75, but fares will be going up for weekly and monthly cards.
Mass transit operations across the Tri-State are gearing up for possible changes ahead of a powerful winter storm expected to sweep the area Tuesday.
The storm is expected to dump more than a foot of snow with some areas seeing higher amounts.
The NTSB is getting ready to release the results of its investigation into a devastating train crash in Westchester County.
The windy weather Thursday is causing some problems for NJ TRANSIT riders.
Sixty-five lawmakers and a transit group were demanding Monday that Gov. Andrew Cuomo find a way to replace $65 million that he plans to cut from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority budget.
MTA officials blame the 3% dip in weekend ridership on the rise of Uber and other on demand car service apps, in addition to weekend track work.
Metropolitan Transportation Authority fare hikes will go into effect in a matter of weeks -- but as commuters pay more, many said they are getting much less service.
It happened again on Friday morning, the MTA confirmed that it was the third time in ten days that there was a service disruption at the 168th Street station in Washington Heights.
The MTA board has voted to keep base MetroCard fares at $2.75 while decreasing rider bonuses.
Outgoing MTA boss Tom Prendergast said all railroad engineers, subway conductors, and bus and subway operators will be tested.
The MTA is going farther than any transit agency in the country, ordering sleep apnea screenings for every commuter train and subway operator as well as every bus driver.
Crime in New York City subways was down 3.5 percent last year, but the news was not all good.
New York commuters should get ready for a fasten-your-seatbelts moment, because anything run by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority – buses, subways, trains and bridges – is about to cost more.
If you take public transportation in New Jersey you could qualify to be a board member of NJ Transit.
The Metropolitan Transit Authority and the transit workers unions have struck a tentative deal after hours of contract negotiations that lasted through the night.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office announced that service for AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless customers will be available across the city's subway system beginning Monday.
U.S. Army Sgt. Jack Zarifian and U.S. Army Private Rodger D. Andrews were both 19 when they died in combat in Europe.
Woody Johnson repeatedly looped in ethics personnel when wealthy people from both sides of the Atlantic sought favors.
A wake is being held today for Babylon teen Bella Trezza, following last month's deadly crash on Long Island.
Lebanon's state-run news agency accuses Israel of using phosphorous bombs in Beirut as airstrikes kill dozens in Lebanon and Gaza.
Garrett Mitchell delivered a two-run shot to give the Brewers a victory over the Mets that evened their NL Wild Card Series.
A wake is being held today for Babylon teen Bella Trezza, following last month's deadly crash on Long Island.
The Elizabeth Street Garden in New York City's Little Italy has been served an eviction notice by city officials.
Moshe Lavi and Leat Corinne Unger say they've been giving a voice to their family members still in Hamas captivity one year after being kidnapped by Hamas.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks will be stepping down in October, not at the end of December as originally announced.
Rosh Hashanah is supposed to be a celebration of the new year, but the pain of the past year is palpable for many Jews.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings list New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's Ivy League schools among the best for 2025.
Fort Lee community members are calling for transparency in the investigation into the death of Victoria Lee, who was shot and killed by police officers in July.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
A wake is being held today for Babylon teen Bella Trezza, following last month's deadly crash on Long Island.
A Long Island man says he was scammed out of $25,000 by someone impersonating a real business online.
A Suffolk County community that was isolated by a road collapse in August's devastating storms and floods finally has relief.
Suffolk County Police have a new tool in their fight against the fentanyl epidemic: Five TruNarc devices that can quickly identify hundreds of illegal drugs in one simple test.
The woman convicted of luring five young men into a Long Island park where they were attacked by MS-13 gang members was sentenced to 50 years in prison Tuesday.
Woody Johnson repeatedly looped in ethics personnel when wealthy people from both sides of the Atlantic sought favors.
A federal intelligence bulletin, authored by FBI, DHS and NCTC, warns of potential violent extremism in response to the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Survivors of sex abuse in Brooklyn and Bronx juvenile detention facilities told traumatic stories on Wednesday.
Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealed an expansive new filing in special counsel Jack Smith's case against former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams may face additional charges, along with possible co-conspirators, in a superseding indictment, federal prosecutors say.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
The New York resident who tested positive for the mosquito-borne EEE virus has died, prompting state health officials to declare an "imminent threat to the public for EEE."
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
Thousands gathered at Central Park's Great Lawn on Saturday for the annual Global Citizen Festival.
Garrett Mitchell delivered a two-run shot to give the Brewers a victory over the Mets that evened their NL Wild Card Series.
John Tolkin, Lewis Morgan and Elias Manoel each scored a goal in the second half and the New York Red Bulls beat Toronto FC 4-1.
Teenager Mitja Ilenic and Santiago Rodríguez led NYCFC to a victory over FC Cincinnati.
The indefatigable Mets continued their thrilling week by beating the Brewers in an NL Wild Card Series opener.
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
Moshe Lavi and Leat Corinne Unger say they've been giving a voice to their family members still in Hamas captivity one year after being kidnapped by Hamas.
As Jewish communities around the world are preparing for the holiday of Rosh Hashana, Masbia Soup Kitchen launches massive campaign to help feed thousands.
Residents in Glen Oaks, Queens say squirrels are wreaking havoc on their cars.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
The B&B Carousell on the famous Coney Island Boardwalk is the oldest of the antique amusement park rides in Brooklyn.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Federal prosecutors say the mayor could face more charges, along with other co-conspirators. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
Penny faces manslaughter charges in the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely on an F train in SoHo last year.
The Jewish High Holy Days are now underway, and nearly one year since the Oct. 7 attack, security is tight around synagogues and other locations around the city. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has more on how the NYPD is keeping the community safe.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku and John Elliott have the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for October 2 at 11 p.m.