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Coverage of Long Island Rail Road in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 16 · 04:09 UTCMost recent: Jun 8 · 08:07 UTC
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  • CRIMEJun 8 · 08:07 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    6 people hurt in stabbings at New York's Penn Station with a suspect in custody, authorities says

    Six people were injured in a stabbing at New York’s Penn Station on Sunday evening, with a suspect in custody. The attack occurred near Tracks 5 and 6, injuring one person seriously and others moderately or minimally. The incident happened ahead of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, where President Donald Trump plans to attend Game 3.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 11:15 UTCAMNY
    Editorial | City Hall must make the most of ‘Fair Fares’ for eligible New Yorkers

    The article urges Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin to expand the 'Fair Fares' program by increasing funding and improving accessibility. The program offers discounted transit fares for low-income New Yorkers, but faces challenges in enrollment and limited coverage of express buses and commuter rail. Expanding eligibility to 350% of the poverty line and including additional transit modes could save costs and reduce commute times for thousands.

  • BUSINESSMay 29 · 18:11 UTCNY POST
    LI repair shop billed taxpayers nearly $2M for parts it may never have installed on LIRR vehicles — and no one noticed: MTA IG

    A Long Island auto shop billed taxpayers nearly $2 million for parts it may have never installed on LIRR vehicles, according to the MTA Inspector General. The suspected scam was revealed by an anonymous tipster, but the shop's identity was not disclosed in the report.

  • SECURITYMay 29 · 13:02 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Fire in train car near New York City’s Penn Station injures five and disrupts service

    A fire in an Amtrak train car near New York City’s Penn Station injured five people and disrupted rail services for New Jersey Transit, Amtrak, and Long Island Rail Road. The incident occurred in the Hudson River tunnel due to overhead wire damage, according to New Jersey Transit.

  • SECURITYMay 29 · 13:02 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Fire in train car near New York City’s Penn Station injures five and disrupts service

    A fire in an Amtrak train car near New York City’s Penn Station injured five people and disrupted rail services. The fire, caused by overhead wire damage in the Hudson River tunnel, affected New Jersey Transit, Amtrak, and briefly suspended Long Island Rail Road service.

  • POLITICSMay 28 · 13:45 UTCTHE ATLANTIC
    That’s No Way to Run a Railroad

    The article criticizes high compensation and work rules for Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) workers, funded by taxpayers and commuters, and questions the fairness of public-sector union benefits. Governor Kathy Hochul settled a strike without significant reforms, perpetuating costly practices. The piece argues that collective-bargaining laws prioritize union interests over public efficiency.

  • POLITICSMay 20 · 14:12 UTCFOX NEWS
    Unions that paralyzed New York commute over pay spent millions on luxury travel, filings show

    Five unions involved in the Long Island Rail Road strike spent over $3.2 million on luxury travel and events in 2025, according to Labor Department disclosures. The unions argued that workers were being squeezed by rising costs during the same year. The strike disrupted hundreds of thousands of daily riders and cost the region an estimated $61 million per day.

  • POLITICSMay 20 · 14:12 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Unions that paralyzed New York commute over pay spent millions on luxury travel, filings show

    Five unions involved in the Long Island Rail Road strike spent over $3.2 million on luxury travel and events in 2025, according to Labor Department disclosures. The strike disrupted hundreds of thousands of daily riders and cost the region an estimated $61 million per day. The unions argued that workers were being squeezed by rising costs.

  • BUSINESSMay 19 · 10:53 UTCAP NEWS
    Busiest US commuter rail system to resume operations as deal reached to end strike

    The Long Island Rail Road will resume operations after a deal was reached to end a strike that had shut down the busiest commuter rail system in the US. The strike affected roughly 250,000 commuters who use the rail system to connect New York City to its eastern suburbs. Trains are set to resume rolling on Tuesday.

  • POLITICSMay 19 · 02:09 UTCABC NEWS
    Long Island Rail Road strike is over, New York Gov. Hochul says

    The Long Island Rail Road strike has ended, according to New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Limited service will resume at noon on Tuesday. The end of the strike is expected to restore normal transportation services.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 17:56 UTCNBC NEWS
    Long Island Rail Road strike creates manic Monday commute as negotiators return to the table

    A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers has caused disruptions to the Monday commute, with negotiators set to return to talks. The strike is affecting travel in and around New York. Workers picketed in front of Penn Station on Sunday.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 17:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Riders navigate the first weekday of a strike that has shut down the largest US commuter rail system

    A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers has shut down the largest US commuter rail system, affecting hundreds of thousands of commuters in New York City's suburbs. The strike entered its third day on Monday, with unions and the Metropolitan Transportation Agency failing to reach an agreement despite negotiations. Commuters are facing significant disruptions and delays.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 16:05 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Payroll data exposes six-figure salaries behind transit strike grinding NYC travel to a halt

    Long Island Rail Road workers are on strike after rejecting a 9.5% wage offer, affecting hundreds of thousands of commuters and costing the region an estimated $61 million per day. The striking employees already earn six-figure salaries, with an average income of $121,646 plus $25,957 in overtime pay. The strike is over a dispute about compensation for the rising cost of living in the New York metropolitan area.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 16:05 UTCFOX NEWS
    Payroll data exposes six-figure salaries behind transit strike grinding NYC travel to a halt

    Long Island Rail Road workers are on strike after rejecting a 9.5% raise offer from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, with average salaries of $121,646 plus $25,957 in overtime pay. The strike affects hundreds of thousands of commuters and is estimated to cost the region $61 million per day. Workers are demanding a 14.5% raise over four years.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 14:39 UTCBLOOMBERG
    LIRR Strike Jams Roads, Prompts Long Commutes as Talks Continue

    A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers has caused traffic jams and long commutes, with talks between the union and management ongoing. The strike is affecting thousands of commuters who rely on the rail service. Negotiations are continuing in an effort to resolve the dispute.

  • POLITICSMay 18 · 14:37 UTCTHE HILL
    Hochul blames Long Island Rail Road strike on Trump administration

    New York Gov. Kathy Hochul blames the Long Island Rail Road strike on the Trump administration, citing an unusual step taken last fall. The strike is part of a feud between Albany and Washington. The governor's statement continues the ongoing dispute.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 14:36 UTCCBS NEWS
    LIRR workers strike, NYC employees feel impact of interrupted train service

    Long Island Rail Road workers are on strike, causing major disruptions for commuters who work in New York City. The strike is impacting NYC employees who rely on the train service. Commuters are experiencing significant delays and interruptions.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 12:22 UTCCBS NEWS
    The issues behind the Long Island Rail Road strike impacting thousands of workers

    The Long Island Rail Road is on strike due to disputes over wages and health benefits for workers, affecting hundreds of thousands of riders. This is the first strike in decades. The strike impacts thousands of workers.

  • BUSINESSMay 18 · 10:11 UTCCBS NEWS
    LIRR riders brace for long commutes as strike enters its third day

    The Long Island Rail Road strike has entered its third day, with a late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders failing to reach an agreement. Negotiations are set to continue on Monday morning. The strike is expected to cause long commutes for LIRR riders.

  • BUSINESSMay 17 · 17:31 UTCNBC NEWS
    New York braces for chaotic Monday commute with Long Island Rail Road strike

    A strike by Long Island Rail Road employees is expected to cause a chaotic Monday commute in New York. The strike began on Saturday, with workers picketing outside Jamaica Station in Queens, New York City. LIRR employee Olivier Desinor led striking workers in chants.

  • POLITICSMay 17 · 16:53 UTCAP NEWS
    With North America’s largest commuter rail system shut down, NY governor begs unions to resume talks

    New York Governor Kathy Hochul is urging unions to resume talks as the Long Island Rail Road strike enters its second day, affecting hundreds of thousands of commuters. The strike is the first in three decades and has caused disruptions to the largest commuter rail system in North America. The unions are seeking better salaries and healthcare premiums.

  • BUSINESSMay 17 · 13:42 UTCCBS NEWS
    LIRR strike has many worrying about Monday's commute. Here's the latest.

    The LIRR strike is causing concerns about Monday's commute, with the work stoppage already affecting weekend events. The strike is expected to impact morning commutes. People are worrying about their daily travel.

  • BUSINESSMay 17 · 13:34 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Shutdown of US’s largest commuter rail system enters second day amid strike

    The Long Island Rail Road, North America's largest commuter rail system, has shut down due to a strike by unionized workers, affecting New York City and its eastern suburbs. The shutdown entered its second day on Sunday, with Monday rush hour looming. The strike involves five unions representing about half of the railroad's workforce.

  • BUSINESSMay 17 · 00:52 UTCCBS NEWS
    Thousands of railroad employees on strike in New York

    Thousands of Long Island Rail Road employees are on strike in New York, affecting the busiest commuter rail service in North America. Approximately 3,500 workers walked off the job. The strike is reported by Ali Bauman.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 15:59 UTCTHE HILL
    Long Island Rail Road service suspended as workers take to the picket lines

    The Long Island Rail Road service has been suspended due to a labor dispute between the five unions representing LIRR workers and the MTA over wage increases, with the unions seeking a 5% raise and the MTA offering 3%. The dispute has led to workers taking to the picket lines. The suspension of service is expected to impact commuters.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 14:52 UTCBLOOMBERG
    NY Commuter Rail Strikes, Stranding 300,000 Daily Riders

    A commuter rail strike in New York is affecting 300,000 daily riders, causing disruptions to their daily commute. The strike is a result of unresolved labor disputes. Riders are facing significant delays and cancellations.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 13:53 UTCAP NEWS
    North America’s largest commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike

    North America's largest commuter rail system shut down due to a worker strike, affecting over 250,000 daily commuters in the New York City area. The Long Island Rail Road ceased operations after five unions walked off the job, seeking fair wages amidst record inflation. The shutdown is expected to cause significant disruptions to commuters and sports fans alike.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 12:41 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    New York commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike

    The Long Island Rail Road, serving the eastern New York metropolitan area, shut down on Saturday due to a workers' strike. Five unions representing about half of the workforce walked off the job, ceasing operations. The strike affects North America's largest commuter rail system.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 09:58 UTCFOX NEWS
    Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike, leaving 330,000 commuters without service on busiest US rail line

    Long Island Rail Road workers went on strike, leaving 330,000 commuters without service, after negotiations with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority broke down over a proposed fourth-year wage increase. The strike is the fourth in the rail line's history and has caused severe congestion and delays across the region. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul described the strike as 'reckless' and 'unacceptable'.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 06:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike, halting busiest US commuter rail system

    Long Island Rail Road workers have gone on strike, paralyzing the busiest commuter rail system in North America, affecting roughly 250,000 daily riders. The strike is due to a dispute over wages between labor unions and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Workers are demanding a total raise of 16% over four years.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 04:52 UTCABC NEWS
    Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike, halting busiest US commuter rail system

    Workers on New York's Long Island Rail Road have gone on strike, halting the busiest US commuter rail system. The strike is affecting North America's busiest commuter rail system. This disruption is causing significant impact on commuters.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 04:17 UTCBLOOMBERG
    Long Island Rail Workers Strike in First Walkout Since 1994

    Long Island Rail Road workers are on strike in their first walkout since 1994, affecting transportation in New York. The strike is a significant disruption to the area's rail service. Workers are demanding better working conditions and benefits.

  • BUSINESSMay 16 · 04:09 UTCCBS NEWS
    Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike after failing to reach new contract

    Long Island Rail Road workers went on strike due to a failure in reaching a new four-year contract. The MTA and unions agreed on the terms of the first three years, but disputes arose about the final year. The strike is a result of this disagreement.