George Washington Bridge Turns 80
It is a very special day for the world's busiest bridge.
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It is a very special day for the world's busiest bridge.
The bridge has reopened, but delays of up to 90 minutes lingered after a tractor trailer accident.
Transportation For America has released a report reviewing the state of our nation's bridges, and its findings about the bridges in our area are sure to raise eyebrows.
Toll cheaters and toll cheating scams cost the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey millions every year. But latest scam is reminiscent of Bond – James Bond.
The George Washington Bridge will be pretty in pink, and then green, to honor two causes.
Cash tolls on the George Washington Bridge, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, Goethals Bridge, Bayonne Bridge and Outerbridge Crossing went up from $8 to $12 on Sunday.
Commuters are paying as much as 50 percent more to cross bridges and tunnels as the Port Authority's controversial toll and fare hikes took effect.
The American Automobile Association is demanding that the federal government put the breaks on huge rate hikes to cross the Hudson River that go into effect Sunday, calling the increase illegal and absurd.
The threat involves non-specific car bomb attacks, possibly targeting bridges and tunnels here. The info. came from an overseas source which Mayor Bloomberg said had been credible in the past.
"We are seeing some very serious consequences of the storm, including flooding and downed trees and power outages," Bloomberg said Sunday.
The agency also said that Long Island Rail Road would restore near-normal service for Monday morning's commute. Meanwhile, Metro-North train service will remain suspended on Monday.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has ordered a system-wide shutdown of the Metropolitan Transit Authority starting at noon Saturday ahead of Hurricane Irene. LIRR, PATH, Metro-North and NJ service will also be suspended.
The Port Authority passed hefty toll and fare hikes on Friday. But instead of raising them all at once, commuters will be hit with five yearly increments.
Governors Chris Christie and Andrew Cuomo are riding to the rescue of people who use the PATH trains and the river crossings, including the Holland and Lincoln tunnels and the George Washington Bridge.
The Port Authority board is slated to vote on a massive proposed toll and fare hike. After that, it heads to the governors of New Jersey and New York.
The agency says it needs the additional revenue the hikes will generate to pay for a new 10-year capital investment plan, maintain security, and complete the over-budget World Trade Center.
The Port Authority said the additional revenue is necessary to pay for new bus projects and much-needed fixes for bridges, roads and airports.
In newly filed legal papers, that Dharun Ravi's lawyer says prosecutors got it all wrong in the death case of Tyler Clementi and that the charges should be dropped.
Drivers going into the Holland Tunnel on Tuesday probably thought their trip into Manhattan was among the last before rates were scheduled to skyrocket. But guess what? The Port Authority fooled you.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is putting in his two cents when it comes to the proposed massive toll and fare hike from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Bike riders aren't the only ones who like hanging out at the Little Red Lighthouse under the George Washington Bridge.
"These increases will raise costs on families, hinder economic development, and raise the costs of doing businesses in a region which is expensive enough," New York State Senator Charles Fuschillo, Jr. said.
If they don't win approval, completion of the World Trade Center and key upgrades at area bridges and airports might not happen. A $1 increase in PATH train fares is also being sought as part of a revenue raising plan the agency says it needs for an "infrastructure overhaul."
New York City health officials hope to lift advisories at some area beaches forced to close due to a massive sewage spill in the Hudson River.
It's back in the water today for swimmers who are swimming the 8 Bridges Hudson River Swim.
Maria Coto was attempting a home visit at a Peekskill apartment building and mistakenly knocked on Haseem Jenkins' door.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
A yeshiva, cemetery and Jewish social services organization in Brooklyn were sprayed with swastikas overnight, officials said.
The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% at 40 U.S. locations starting on Friday due to the government shutdown.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough.
Maria Coto was attempting a home visit at a Peekskill apartment building and mistakenly knocked on Haseem Jenkins' door.
A yeshiva, cemetery and Jewish social services organization in Brooklyn were sprayed with swastikas overnight, officials said.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue in the Castle Hill section of the borough.
Mamdani said will form his administration including deputy mayors and commissioners in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty decent, albeit on the cool side.
In the last few years, New York City has not had much snow, due to mild and dry winters.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
McGreevey will take on James Solomon in a Dec. 2 runoff election in the race for mayor of Jersey City, the state's second-largest city.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill is set to be the next governor of New Jersey after she defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, CBS News projects.
Polling locations in New York City and New Jersey received threats early Tuesday morning.
The man with severe cognitive disabilities disappeared on Halloween and was found among the NYC Marathon crowd.
Omer Neutra, a Plainview, N.Y. native, was a captain with the IDF when he was kidnapped and killed by Hamas in the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks.
There's a crackdown in Suffolk County on Long Island on unlicensed limo drivers who aren't properly insured or registered with the state, and don't have safety equipment.
The National Weather Service reported 1.85 inches in Central Park, breaking the previous daily rainfall record of 1.64 inches set in 1917.
Amanda Fraser, 23, is charged with attempted murder in connection to the elder abuse case in Massapequa.
Mikie Sherrill shared plans for her term as New Jersey governor, including a freeze on utility costs.
Mamdani said will form his administration including deputy mayors and commissioners in the near future.
With a price tag of $1 billion, the DCS would give civilians some of the responsibilities currently handled by police officers.
Zohran Mamdani made free buses one of his signature policy proposals during the New York City mayor's race.
McGreevey will take on James Solomon in a Dec. 2 runoff election in the race for mayor of Jersey City, the state's second-largest city.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S., according to the National Alliance on Mental Health.
The next time you're buying something sweet at a New York City restaurant, you may notice a new warning comes with it.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
Marat Khusnutdinov tied it late in regulation and then scored the only goal in the shootout in Boston's 4-3 victory on Tuesday.
The Blueshirts were blanked 3-0 on Tuesday and have scored just six goals in six games on home ice this season.
The New York Jets pulled off a stunning trade with the Indianapolis Colts.
Williams was an All-Pro in the 2022 season, recording 12 sacks.
Towns also grabbed 13 rebounds as the Knicks stayed perfect at home with a 119-102 victory on Monday.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
Officials say the site for a new elementary school in Brooklyn is safe, but some are skeptical because of lingering contamination from a decades-old Superfund site.
From Greenpoint community gardens to Governor's Island orchards, New Yorkers are reconnecting with the city's agricultural past through historic fruit trees.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is moving quickly to usher in what he calls a new era in New York City government. He named a transition team Wednesday to begin filling key administration posts. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on his priorities moving forward.
A jury Wednesday found Haseem Jenkins guilty in the May 2024 murder of Westchester County social worker Maria Coto. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott is calling for a high of 65, but say the chill will return a bit on Thursday.
Results show the Democrat took 56% of the vote, beating Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli, who took 43%. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The NYPD was called shortly before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday to the Castle Hill Houses on Lacombe Avenue, where they found four people dead inside an apartment. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports from the scene.
