Long Island Railroad
Coverage of Long Island Railroad in the Nexus archive.
- Amtrak fire near Penn Station triggers major NYC commuter disruptions, NJ Transit and LIRR cancellations
An Amtrak work train fire near New York's Penn Station injured five people and caused major commuter disruptions, with NJ Transit and Long Island Railroad suspending service. The New York City Fire Department responded with 46 units, and damaged overhead wiring led to prolonged rail service impacts.
- LIRR strike: What to know about the rail workers' walkout
Tens of thousands of New Yorkers are bracing for a workweek without the Long Island Railroad due to a workers' strike, the first in 32 years. The strike affects commuters who rely on the railroad. Workers have gone on strike, causing disruptions to the service.
- Trump claps back at Hochul in blame game for Long Island Railroad strike
President Trump responded to New York Governor Kathy Hochul's criticism over a Long Island Railroad strike, stating he had nothing to do with it. The governor had faulted the Trump administration for the strike. The exchange is part of a blame game between the two.
- LIRR workers go on strike after negotiations with MTA fail
Long Island Railroad trains stopped running after midnight on Saturday due to a failed contract agreement between the union and MTA. The strike affects thousands of rail workers. Negotiations for a new contract were unsuccessful.