LIRR employee fired, more face potential layoffs after surprising MTA investigation into fake ID cards
A Long Island Rail Road employee with two decades of service has been dismissed, and at least five more face termination after a significant MTA investigation revealed extensive employee fraud within the organization. A detailed 65-page report from MTA Inspector General Daniel Cote uncovered that 36 employees were using cloned identification cards to falsely report […]
MTA increases use of barriers to stop subway surfing in NYC
New Safety Barriers Introduced on No. 7 Subway Cars In an effort to reduce subway surfing, anti-surfing barriers have been installed on several No. 7 subway cars. However, some passengers are unsure whether these barriers will effectively deter kids from attempting the risky behavior. The padded barriers, positioned between the train cars, aim to stop […]
MTA invests $1.5 billion in new subway cars to prevent breakdowns
MTA Approves $1.5 Billion Subway Car Purchase The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) recently approved a significant $1.5 billion contract to acquire hundreds of new subway cars. The MTA board has decided to award Kawasaki a contract for the construction of 378 advanced R268 trains, intended to replace outdated models from the 1980s that have caused […]
MTA temporary store attracts shoppers and a celebrity looking for G train signs and quirky decorations
MTA Holds Garage Sale for Vintage Signs On Thursday, the MTA organized a large garage sale featuring old signs, attracting crowds eager to find unique subway station decorations and other collectibles. Many transit fans arrived at Brooklyn’s Collectibles pop-up shop to hunt for iconic subway signs. Among the visitors was Debi Mazar, known for her […]
Judge directs Trump administration to provide MTA with $34 million for anti-terror efforts
Federal Judge Orders Funding for MTA A federal judge in New York has mandated that the Trump administration transfer $34 million in counterterrorism funding to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The judge characterized the unexpected withholding of these funds as a “clear violation of the law.” Manhattan Federal Judge Lewis Kaplan instructed the Federal Emergency […]
MTA criticizes riders for fare increase shortly after introducing congestion pricing: ‘You guys are disappointing’
MTA Fare Increase Announcement The Metropolitan Transportation Authority decided to increase subway fares by a significant margin on Tuesday, raising the price to $3 starting in January 2026. There wasn’t a single objection from those on the authority’s board regarding the fare hike, which will also affect rates for the Long Island Railroad, MetroNorth Railroad, […]
MTA officers assisted in delivering a baby amidst heavy rush hour traffic
MTA Officers Honored for Assisting in Unusual Birth During Traffic Jam On Monday, four officers from the MTA received a notable award for their heroic efforts in delivering a baby girl on the Hutchinson River Parkway during rush hour. The baby, named Natalie, arrived unexpectedly during a hectic afternoon. Samuel Villa, Eric Lee, Joseph Cassard, […]
The MTA must put an end to excessive union benefits at the commuter railroads.
Last week, a new subway rail scandal highlighted ongoing issues with MTA labor contracts. Two individuals, identified as con artists, reportedly forged safety and equipment checks at a commuter station. The fraud came to light when a manager noticed discrepancies in the claiming system—specifically, that the safety work had supposedly been completed at a certain […]
Power outage at Grand Central Terminal leaves 5 MTA workers stuck in elevator
On Thursday night, Grand Central Terminal faced a brief blackout, causing MTA workers to become stuck in elevators and leaving thousands navigating the dimly lit hall with the light from their phones. The power outage affected various areas of the iconic terminal until about 8:28 PM, as noted by the MTA. Service was reportedly uninterrupted, […]
MTA inspectors frequently overlooked essential station inspections and falsified documents.
Safety Allegations Surface at Metro-North Railroad Concerns about safety checks on the Metro-North Railroad have come to light, raising alarm about the integrity of the inspections being conducted. An internal letter from a long-serving MTA employee, who chose to remain unnamed, claims that numerous equipment checks, including those at Yankee Stadium Station, were improperly documented. […]