Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA)

Feb. 9, 2010

MTA may cut service, raise fares higher than planned

Because of its $400 million budget gap, the transit authority may be forced to expand its service cuts and fare hikes this year.

 
Feb. 2, 2010

MTA stalled by security lawsuit

A lawsuit with Lockheed Martin and unexpected rising costs are to blame for slowing MTA security improvements.

 
Jan. 27, 2010

MTA plans bus, bike routes on East Side

The New York City Department of Transportation unveiled plans for, among other changes, dedicated bus and bike lanes that will help buses run faster and keep pedestrians and bikers safer.

 
Jan. 25, 2010

Budget cuts force subway line changes for MTA

Although a recent proposal reduced the number of service changes being made, the MTA still plans to alter several subway and bus lines, including some frequented by NYU students.

 
Dec. 1, 2009

Combating subway harassment

Some NYU students have reported sexual harassment incidents on their daily commute to school. Victims are encouraged to call NYPD's Sex Crimes Report Line.

 
Nov. 5, 2009

MTA adds surcharge to cab fare

Effective this past Sunday, the MTA has added a 50-cent "state surcharge" to all taxi trips.

 
Oct. 27, 2009

New MTA chief has much-needed ideas

Jay Walder's move across the pond and proposed changes to the MTA system are promising for New York City.

 
 
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