Transportation

Gas taxes can’t pay for roads much longer, but Amazon deliveries might

BY: - July 9, 2024

As cars become more fuel efficient, and some Americans switch to electric vehicles, state leaders say gas taxes won’t pay roadwork bills for much longer.

Democrats praise Biden for $6.88B grant aimed at long-awaited Hudson River rail project

BY: - July 8, 2024

Transit officials said with the promised funding, the Gateway rail tunnel project has reached the point of "no return."

Recent commuter experience for New Jerseyans ‘unacceptable,’ Amtrak exec concedes

BY: - June 27, 2024

Amtrak and NJ Transit officials say they will work together to find the cause of the problems that led to service disruptions in recent weeks.

Lawmakers advance new business surtax aimed at funding NJ Transit

BY: - June 27, 2024

Supporters say the state needs to find a way to fund NJ Transit. Business groups say the tax would be an undue burden.

Commentary

Gen Z needs reliable mass transit, for the climate and our quality of life

BY: - June 26, 2024

What do most young people and older people living in New Jersey have in common? Isolation without public transportation.

Mediation ends for NJ Transit and train engineers, clearing path to strike in months

BY: - June 25, 2024

Locomotive engineers union could strike as soon as July 25, but a job action will likely be delayed for several more months.

Renewed suspensions, delays, and finger-pointing cap rocky week for transit

BY: - June 21, 2024

Train service into New York City was suspended for the third time this week Friday amid mounting heat and persistent technical problems.

Local activists, mayors urge passage of new business tax to fund NJ Transit

BY: - June 13, 2024

Business groups oppose the new tax, saying it would make the state less competitive in attracting and retaining employers.

Road to ‘huh?’ is paved with highway humor

BY: - June 10, 2024

Millions of drivers will find more puns, silly turns of phrase, or cultural references on highway signs, but federal safety officials aren’t amused.

New York governor puts congestion pricing on hold

BY: - June 5, 2024

Drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street would have been forced to pay a $15 toll under the plan, which was set to take effect June 30.

NJ Transit will issue refunds for some tickets bought before June 1

BY: - May 15, 2024

A new policy starting July 1 will put a 30-day expiration date on all tickets, a move that angered riders who buy bus and train tickets in advance.

Congress to add flights at Washington National, require new air refund rule in FAA deal

BY: - April 29, 2024

Key members of Congress agreed on a $105 billion bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration for five years.