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Subway brake pullers roil NYC's morning commute
The MTA says multiple brakes were potentially pulled and is trying to find out why.
By
Michelle Bocanegra
News
New NYC Transit president is bringing back Byford-era program
The former Massachusetts transportation secretary is giving New York City a preview of his leadership style.
By
Stephen Nessen
News
Do subway riders really think they are 'suckers' for paying the fare? We asked.
"If I can help...and I see someone standing there, before they can even ask me, I’ll ask, ‘You need a swipe?’" one woman said.
By
Stephen Nessen
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MTA to hold first town hall on Interborough Express plans
It's believed 88,000 people would use this Brooklyn-Queens route each day.
By
Stephen Nessen
News
MTA, law enforcement announce crackdown on obstructed license plates, toll evasion
“You don’t want to get caught, because you are going to get caught.. The sheriff’s office might be behind you lighting up, or you might get pulled over by a state trooper.”
By
Stephen Nessen
Arts & Entertainment
The Transit Museum's Nostalgia Trains will ride again after a two-year hiatus
Ride the rails this summer in the same machinery that New Yorkers used in the early 20th century.
By
Ben Yakas
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New Times Square subway entrance includes an elevator — and the largest mosaic in the system
The new entrance features a 15-foot wide stairway and elevator with access to the shuttle to Grand Central Terminal.
By
Stephen Nessen
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Albany to decide whether NYC school speed zone cameras get real teeth
“We need every tool available to us to save lives and fight the rise in reckless drivers," DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said.
By
Stephen Nessen
News
MTA tells bus drivers to stop opening rear doors as part of fare evasion crackdown
In a memo sent to bus operators, the MTA notes the center and rear doors on buses should no longer automatically open when the bus stops.
By
Stephen Nessen
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Congressman's congestion pricing solution: Just stay in New Jersey
"Why not make life easier? Why not stay in New Jersey?" Rep. Josh Gottheimer asked.
By
Stephen Nessen
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