Tag: Public transportation
Hochul Rides A Train in Rockaways as It Reopens for Summer
So, like, guess what? The A train in southwest Queens and the Rockaways is back in action, just in time for summer fun! Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA crew hopped on the train...
Rally for Better Bus Service: NYC Commuters and Mayoral Candidates Gather Outside Prospect Park
In the heart of Brooklyn, a group of public transit riders and supporters gathered on a sunny Sunday to demand better bus service on Flatbush Avenue. The rally, organized by the Riders Alliance, turned...
Rockaway A Train Project Site Tour Before Memorial Day Reopening
Oh, hey there! So, like, a bunch of MTA big shots and project peeps cruised over to the Rockaway A train site before it reopens on May 19. Ramy Mahmoud snapped some pics of...
Replacing iconic wooden benches at popular NYC subway station.
The bustling West 4th Street subway station in Greenwich Village recently underwent a significant change, catching the attention of commuters and passersby alike. What was once a familiar sight—wooden benches that provided a brief...
Reducing Fare Evasion at Queens Subway Station
Fare Evasion Woes Plague Queens Subway StationThe Queens subway station at 61st Street, a stop along the 7 line in Woodside, has been thrust into the spotlight as a hotspot for fare evasion, adding...
Dedicated Workers Keep NYC Buses Running in Winter | Op-ed
In the hustle and bustle of New York City, where the cold winter winds blow and snowflakes dance through the air, there is a dedicated team of individuals who work tirelessly to keep the...
OMNY Vending Machines and Lunar New Year Travel Tips
An exciting transformation is underway in New York City's subway system, as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) introduces OMNY vending machines to streamline the commuting experience for millions of riders. These machines, a part...
Revamping NYC’s Transportation Program for Disabled New Yorkers: What’s Changing?
Title: NYC's Accessible Dispatch Program: A Major Overhaul Sparks Concerns Among Disability AdvocatesCity officials in New York are planning significant changes to the Accessibility Dispatch program, a crucial service for thousands of disabled New...
Maintaining NYC Subway Operations During Winter Weather | amNewYork
Maintaining NYC Subway Operations During Winter WeatherAs the City braces for the coldest temperatures of the season, ensuring the smooth operation of the NYC subway system during winter weather is a top priority for...
Medicaid Fraud Investigation Targets Transportation Companies: Attorney General Reveals
Medicaid Fraud Exposed: Attorney General's Shocking FindingsState Attorney General Letitia James dropped a bombshell this week, revealing the results of a massive Medicaid fraud investigation that has sent shockwaves across New York. The Attorney...
NYC Subway Safety Concerns: Transit Riders Speak Out amid Rise in Train Crimes
NYC Subway Safety Concerns: Transit Riders Speak Out amid Rise in Train CrimesThe recent surge in violent incidents on NYC subways has left commuters questioning their safety as they navigate the bustling city. The...
Funding MTA’s Capital Plan: A New Year’s Resolution to Keep | amNewYork
Funding MTA’s Capital Plan: A New Year’s Resolution to KeepJanno Lieber, the Chair and CEO of the MTA, is on a mission to ensure the continued success and reliability of New York City's transit...
MTA Congestion Pricing: Everything You Need to Know | amNewYork
MTA Congestion Pricing: Navigating New York's Latest Traffic InitiativeAs the countdown to the implementation of congestion pricing in Manhattan begins, many commuters and residents are left with burning questions about how this new toll...
Elderly Man Fatally Struck by Bus on Moped in Downtown Brooklyn
A tragic incident occurred in Downtown Brooklyn on Wednesday evening, resulting in the death of a 74-year-old man who was riding a moped. The man, whose identity has not been revealed by the authorities,...
Midtown Subway Slashing: NYPD Reports Attack on Straphanger
On a Tuesday afternoon, a man was attacked on a Midtown subway train, as confirmed by authorities. The incident took place around 3:23 p.m. on a northbound 6 train arriving at the 51st Street...
Demand for Fordham Road Busway Grows as Hundreds of Bronx and Manhattan Bus Riders...
Hundreds of Bronx and Upper Manhattan bus riders have come together to sign a letter addressed to Mayor Eric Adams, urging him to reconsider the implementation of a busway on Fordham Road. This initiative...
Interborough Express Light Rail Project Progresses in MTA Capital Plan – Brooklyn Queens Connection
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has recently announced a $68 billion capital plan that includes the proposed Interborough Express (IBX) light rail project. The plan aims to start construction on the 14-mile IBX line...