Uber App Adds 'Make My Train' Feature To Help Riders Catch The LIRR
Users enter what time they want to be at the station and the app calculates a pick-up time based on real-time transit data.
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Users enter what time they want to be at the station and the app calculates a pick-up time based on real-time transit data.
Some drivers have construction concerns. The Long Island Rail Road is closing down one of the busiest roads in Nassau County for months for important safety improvements.
The new officers will be assigned to New York City transit, the Long Island Railroad and Metro-North.
Some homeowners along the LIRR main line say their complaints to the MTA about intolerable noise and shaking homes have been falling on deaf ears.
The audit found "deficiencies and inconsistencies" in how the railroad measures its ridership and train breakdowns.
Check out the changes ahead for subways, buses, LIRR, Metro-North, NJ TRANSIT and Staten Island trains.
The National Transportation Safety Board is applauding the MTA for improving safety on the rails.
Eastbound trains are bypassing Woodside, Forest Hills and Kew Gardens this morning because of a broken rail.
A piece of broken rail was found at the Jamaica station, but it's not clear if it had anything to do with the derailment.
According to the MTA, the train left Penn Station just before 9 p.m. Friday night and was headed for Babylon when two cars came off the tracks.
If you lose something on a Long Island Rail Road train, you may have better luck finding it now.
The plan calls for $51.5 billion to fix the subways, buses, Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road over the next five years.
It was a long-awaited day for fans of the New York Islanders. Team members joined fans at a ground breaking for what will be the NHL franchise's new arena at Belmont Park.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has unveiled a mega-plan for creating a mass transit system for the 21st century.
The first eight of 202 cars will start taking passengers on Wednesday, as commuters say they have suffered through overcrowding and delays far too long.
MTA officials say the underpass will improve safety, train reliability and traffic.
For months, they say there was no explanation for why freight and diesel work trains are suddenly parked and idling in front of their homes.
It's part of a months-long LIRR expansion project, which aims to elevate trains and eliminate grade crossings on roads.
It happened around 5 a.m. between Little Neck and Great Neck.
LIRR is currently reporting 20-minute delays and multiple canceled trains.
There are renewed calls for the Long Island Rail Road to make the largest commuter rail system in the nation fully accessible to disabled riders.
Passengers took to Twitter to vent their frustration about the delays and subsequent crowds.
The planned Long Island Rail Road station in Elmont will be the first year-round station at Belmont Park in 50 years.
Two tracks will be taken out of service to allow for repair work that will last all summer, affecting NJ Transit, Amtrak and LIRR.
Witnesses told CBS2 the jeep went through the lowered gates, then it got hit by the train at low speed.
The Civilian Complaint Review Board is recommending discipline for NYPD officers involved in the beating and arrest of a homeless shelter worker in Brooklyn, CBS News New York has learned.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
Judge matched Berra on Aug. 31 in a 3-2 loss to the Chicago White Sox when he hit a solo homer against Martín Pérez.
The Tigers took advantage of wild relievers Fernando Cruz and Mark Leiter Jr. in a 12-2 victory over the Yankees on Tuesday.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says threats are typical this time of year around 9/11, the U.N. General Assembly and Jewish high holidays.
In July 2001, professional tour guide Christina Stanton and her husband moved just six blocks away from the Twin Towers.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway today.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Once the 1 p.m. hour rolled around Saturday, thunderstorms started erupting all over the Tri-State Area.
NYC and the surrounding area could see rain showers or storms this afternoon into the evening commute.
It's back to a summery feel on Thursday.
She's one of 108 participants within her company that is partnering with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
Officials said Tuesday it will be some time before they reopen a Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, road that is closed due to a mysterious, long crack.
The boil water advisory affects the entire city of Hoboken, New Jersey.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway today.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
Only a few days after EpiPens were placed in select police cruisers, officers used one to save a man's life after he was stung by a bee.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway today.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
The New York Times and Siena College poll also found the race tightens between Mamdani and Cuomo if all other candidates drop out.
The new records include a birthday letter to Epstein allegedly written by President Trump, which he has denied writing.
A jury's conclusion that President Trump should pay E. Jean Carroll more than $83 million in damages for defamation was "fair and reasonable," a federal appeals panel ruled.
If you thought the ballot lineup was set in stone when Jim Walden dropped out and incumbent Eric Adams said he was still in the race, think again.
Ryan Routh, 59, has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate Mr. Trump during the presidential campaign and will be representing himself at trial.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
For Dr. Ellen Mandel, supporting the mission to end breast cancer is personal.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
See the full list of winners and nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
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A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
Judge matched Berra on Aug. 31 in a 3-2 loss to the Chicago White Sox when he hit a solo homer against Martín Pérez.
The Tigers took advantage of wild relievers Fernando Cruz and Mark Leiter Jr. in a 12-2 victory over the Yankees on Tuesday.
Kyle Schwarber hit his 50th homer of the season, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-3 win over the New York Mets.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, gets underway today.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
The history of Caribbean immigrants who helped shape Jamaica, Queens is on display at the King Manor Museum.
Nearly two dozen families at the Farragut Houses in Downtown Brooklyn say they've been forced to trek to the post office twice a week after a faulty lock left their building's mailbox panel unusable.
"Concert Joe" fills his Bay Ridge apartment with memorabilia from five decades of live music obsession.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The first chance at pre-sale tickets opens at 11 a.m. Wednesday, as the countdown is on for the local games at MetLife Stadium.
As NYC honors the victims of 9/11, advocates are calling on Congress to pass new legislation to help the survivors. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Police say he should be considered armed and dangerous after killing and robbing an elderly couple in Bellerose, Queens. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 9 at 11 p.m.
