Concern over Hantavirus? Americans are more at risk of dying from a lightning strike.
Hantavirus Concerns: A Closer Look at the Numbers With the media buzzing about hantavirus and the potential for a new pandemic, Liz Wheeler, a host at Blaze TV, is urging people to take a moment to reflect on the actual statistics. Wheeler points out that while the virus can be deadly for those who contract […]
New York commuter rail strike concludes as MTA and unions come to a deal
LIRR Strike Ends After Agreement Reached New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Monday that the strike affecting the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is set to conclude following a successful agreement between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and union leaders. This development is expected to ease travel disruptions for many commuters. Hochul shared on […]
LIRR strike leads NYC workers to face ‘nightmare’ travel that extends commutes by hours
A strike on the Long Island Railroad left many commuters dealing with an additional two hours of travel as they rushed to catch shuttle buses on Monday morning. Drivers trying to enter the city faced parking challenges as well. People from Nassau and Suffolk counties, who usually depend on the LIRR for their work commute, […]
LIRR strike makes Knicks fans anxious about getting to MSG, but the labor disruption might bring some good fortune.
It’s a tough situation for fans. Loyal Knicks supporters on Long Island were excited to catch the NBA Eastern Conference Finals this week, but a strike by the Long Island Railroad has left many unable to attend, either staying home or facing steep prices. “A night would run me about $1,500,” shared Julie Moss-Silver, a […]
LIRR employees earning more than $160K annually strike for increased pay
MTA and union leaders clash as LIRR strike begins Workers from the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) have initiated a strike for the first time in three decades, impacting around 300,000 daily commuters and threatening commerce for countless individuals. While both union officials and MTA representatives have voiced their frustrations, they are largely blaming each other […]
Many LIRR workers on strike earn over $100,000 from overtime.
Over a dozen Long Island Railroad employees take home more than $200,000 a year just in overtime pay, which is quite shocking—almost on par with Governor Cathy Hochul’s entire salary. Recent payroll data from the transportation department shows that many union members, currently striking and causing major disruptions for commuters, are drawing substantial funds from […]
Blakeman, a candidate for governor, holds Hochul responsible for disruptions caused by the LIRR strike.
New York gubernatorial candidate criticizes Hochul over LIRR strike Nassau County Executive and gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman has taken aim at Governor Kathy Hochul, blaming her for the handling of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike. Calling it a failure of leadership, he pointed out that the ongoing strike could lead to costs of […]
Long Island Rail Road strike stops service for 300,000 riders before Memorial Day
Long Island Railroad Workers Go on Strike As of midnight Saturday, a significant strike has begun among Long Island Railroad workers, marking the first such occurrence in over three decades. This strike effectively halts operations for the busiest commuter railroad in the nation, raising concerns about major economic impacts just before Memorial Day. With around […]
Transit union leader claims Hochul aimed to gain Long Island votes against Blakeman by provoking LIRR strike.
Hochul’s Motives Behind the LIRR Strike According to John Samuelsen, the president of the Transport Workers’ Union International, Governor Kathy Hochul’s push for the Long Island Railroad strike seems aimed at overshadowing Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. He suggests that this might be a strategic move to capture votes from leading Republican gubernatorial candidates in […]
Trump criticizes Hochul for attributing the Long Island Rail Road strike to him.
Trump and Hochul Clash Over LIRR Strike President Donald Trump has responded to recent events by placing blame on New York Governor Kathy Hochul for the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike. The strike, which began at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, has affected over 3,500 workers across five unions, including engineers and mechanics. This action […]