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The 24th elevator replacement project of 2026 is complete—making this the second-highest year for elevator replacements in MTA history, with three months to go.
Two modernized elevators are now open at 72 St on the 1/2/3, providing more reliable access to both platforms.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
Two modernized elevators are now open at 72 St on the 1/2/3, providing more reliable access to both platforms.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
October 2, 2026 at 7:11 PM
The 24th elevator replacement project of 2026 is complete—making this the second-highest year for elevator replacements in MTA history, with three months to go.
Two modernized elevators are now open at 72 St on the 1/2/3, providing more reliable access to both platforms.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
Two modernized elevators are now open at 72 St on the 1/2/3, providing more reliable access to both platforms.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
Make that 1,000.
We took delivery of our 1,000th R211 subway car last night at the Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility—another milestone in modernizing New York City’s subway fleet.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
We took delivery of our 1,000th R211 subway car last night at the Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility—another milestone in modernizing New York City’s subway fleet.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
September 30, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Make that 1,000.
We took delivery of our 1,000th R211 subway car last night at the Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility—another milestone in modernizing New York City’s subway fleet.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
We took delivery of our 1,000th R211 subway car last night at the Railcar Acceptance and Testing Facility—another milestone in modernizing New York City’s subway fleet.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
Climate change is already affecting Metro-North’s Hudson Line.
A $19.7 million contract will advance plans to improve drainage, reinforce slopes and retaining walls, and reduce flood risks between Spuyten Duyvil and Hastings-on-Hudson—a stretch used by 25,000 riders each weekday.
A $19.7 million contract will advance plans to improve drainage, reinforce slopes and retaining walls, and reduce flood risks between Spuyten Duyvil and Hastings-on-Hudson—a stretch used by 25,000 riders each weekday.
September 23, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Climate change is already affecting Metro-North’s Hudson Line.
A $19.7 million contract will advance plans to improve drainage, reinforce slopes and retaining walls, and reduce flood risks between Spuyten Duyvil and Hastings-on-Hudson—a stretch used by 25,000 riders each weekday.
A $19.7 million contract will advance plans to improve drainage, reinforce slopes and retaining walls, and reduce flood risks between Spuyten Duyvil and Hastings-on-Hudson—a stretch used by 25,000 riders each weekday.
A South Bronx landmark, restored for the future.
Built in 1905, the historic headhouse at 149 St–Hostos has been fully restored, while three new elevators provide step-free access to the 2, 4 and 5 trains.
That makes 48 stations made fully accessible since 2020.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
Built in 1905, the historic headhouse at 149 St–Hostos has been fully restored, while three new elevators provide step-free access to the 2, 4 and 5 trains.
That makes 48 stations made fully accessible since 2020.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
September 18, 2026 at 6:11 PM
A South Bronx landmark, restored for the future.
Built in 1905, the historic headhouse at 149 St–Hostos has been fully restored, while three new elevators provide step-free access to the 2, 4 and 5 trains.
That makes 48 stations made fully accessible since 2020.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
Built in 1905, the historic headhouse at 149 St–Hostos has been fully restored, while three new elevators provide step-free access to the 2, 4 and 5 trains.
That makes 48 stations made fully accessible since 2020.
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA
22nd elevator replacement project of 2026 is complete.
The latest project brings two modernized elevators to the Prospect Park B/Q/S station.
The on-budget upgrades include new elevator cabs, mechanical and electrical equipment, cameras, intercoms and remote monitoring systems.
The latest project brings two modernized elevators to the Prospect Park B/Q/S station.
The on-budget upgrades include new elevator cabs, mechanical and electrical equipment, cameras, intercoms and remote monitoring systems.
September 16, 2026 at 8:17 PM
22nd elevator replacement project of 2026 is complete.
The latest project brings two modernized elevators to the Prospect Park B/Q/S station.
The on-budget upgrades include new elevator cabs, mechanical and electrical equipment, cameras, intercoms and remote monitoring systems.
The latest project brings two modernized elevators to the Prospect Park B/Q/S station.
The on-budget upgrades include new elevator cabs, mechanical and electrical equipment, cameras, intercoms and remote monitoring systems.
Big changes are taking shape at Norwood Av JZ.
Crews started rebuilding a section of the platform that will soon become an accessible boarding area, a key part of the project to deliver full accessibility at the station in 2028, making the whole station accessible with just one elevator.
Crews started rebuilding a section of the platform that will soon become an accessible boarding area, a key part of the project to deliver full accessibility at the station in 2028, making the whole station accessible with just one elevator.
September 15, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Big changes are taking shape at Norwood Av JZ.
Crews started rebuilding a section of the platform that will soon become an accessible boarding area, a key part of the project to deliver full accessibility at the station in 2028, making the whole station accessible with just one elevator.
Crews started rebuilding a section of the platform that will soon become an accessible boarding area, a key part of the project to deliver full accessibility at the station in 2028, making the whole station accessible with just one elevator.
Fun fact: The Mets haven’t lost a home opener since the Redbirds returned to the rails.
March 26, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Fun fact: The Mets haven’t lost a home opener since the Redbirds returned to the rails.
Customer surveys aren’t random — they help improve your trip.
The latest Policy Brief breaks down the thinking behind the questions, and how that feedback turns into real changes for riders.
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The latest Policy Brief breaks down the thinking behind the questions, and how that feedback turns into real changes for riders.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
The Policy Brief: How customer feedback informs MTA decision-making
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March 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Customer surveys aren’t random — they help improve your trip.
The latest Policy Brief breaks down the thinking behind the questions, and how that feedback turns into real changes for riders.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
The latest Policy Brief breaks down the thinking behind the questions, and how that feedback turns into real changes for riders.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
The Board just approved the award for the third contract for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway.
This contract covers the excavation and construction of the future 106 St Q station— one of the most technically complex parts of the entire project.
This contract covers the excavation and construction of the future 106 St Q station— one of the most technically complex parts of the entire project.
March 25, 2026 at 3:44 PM
The Board just approved the award for the third contract for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway.
This contract covers the excavation and construction of the future 106 St Q station— one of the most technically complex parts of the entire project.
This contract covers the excavation and construction of the future 106 St Q station— one of the most technically complex parts of the entire project.
Take the LIRR and get $5 off your Adult Day Pass in TrainTime when you buy a Mets ticket — plus kids ride for $1 with Family Fare.
Easier trip. Less spend. More baseball.
Easier trip. Less spend. More baseball.
March 24, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Take the LIRR and get $5 off your Adult Day Pass in TrainTime when you buy a Mets ticket — plus kids ride for $1 with Family Fare.
Easier trip. Less spend. More baseball.
Easier trip. Less spend. More baseball.
Wrapping up the week by recognizing the people who keep New York moving.
We marked Transit Worker Appreciation Day this week by getting a closer look at the work — and saying thank you.
Because it’s not just March 18. It’s every day.
We marked Transit Worker Appreciation Day this week by getting a closer look at the work — and saying thank you.
Because it’s not just March 18. It’s every day.
March 20, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Wrapping up the week by recognizing the people who keep New York moving.
We marked Transit Worker Appreciation Day this week by getting a closer look at the work — and saying thank you.
Because it’s not just March 18. It’s every day.
We marked Transit Worker Appreciation Day this week by getting a closer look at the work — and saying thank you.
Because it’s not just March 18. It’s every day.
2,390 subway cars. The largest order ever.
The process of bringing new cars to the 1, 3, and 6 lines has begun.
The process of bringing new cars to the 1, 3, and 6 lines has begun.
March 19, 2026 at 10:45 PM
2,390 subway cars. The largest order ever.
The process of bringing new cars to the 1, 3, and 6 lines has begun.
The process of bringing new cars to the 1, 3, and 6 lines has begun.
The city went green, below ground and above.
Janno and MTA Bridges and Tunnels President Cathy Sheridan marched with the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority Emerald Society today in the 265th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA 🍀
Janno and MTA Bridges and Tunnels President Cathy Sheridan marched with the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority Emerald Society today in the 265th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA 🍀
March 17, 2026 at 10:33 PM
The city went green, below ground and above.
Janno and MTA Bridges and Tunnels President Cathy Sheridan marched with the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority Emerald Society today in the 265th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA 🍀
Janno and MTA Bridges and Tunnels President Cathy Sheridan marched with the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority Emerald Society today in the 265th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📸: Marc A. Hermann / MTA 🍀
NYC’s shortest parade is also one of its most fun.
Bus operators do more than keep the city moving — sometimes they help bring the St. Patrick’s Day spirit too.
Bus Operator Terry-Ann Isaacs helped get our festive bus ready for the 7th Annual 251st Street Parade along W. 251 St in the Bronx.
Bus operators do more than keep the city moving — sometimes they help bring the St. Patrick’s Day spirit too.
Bus Operator Terry-Ann Isaacs helped get our festive bus ready for the 7th Annual 251st Street Parade along W. 251 St in the Bronx.
March 17, 2026 at 7:39 PM
NYC’s shortest parade is also one of its most fun.
Bus operators do more than keep the city moving — sometimes they help bring the St. Patrick’s Day spirit too.
Bus Operator Terry-Ann Isaacs helped get our festive bus ready for the 7th Annual 251st Street Parade along W. 251 St in the Bronx.
Bus operators do more than keep the city moving — sometimes they help bring the St. Patrick’s Day spirit too.
Bus Operator Terry-Ann Isaacs helped get our festive bus ready for the 7th Annual 251st Street Parade along W. 251 St in the Bronx.
Just another Friday at Grand Central.
March 13, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Just another Friday at Grand Central.
We’re ready for March 🏀
March 10, 2026 at 9:10 PM
We’re ready for March 🏀
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Donald Trump's attempt to kill congestion pricing just failed in court — and in spectacular fashion.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: The cameras are staying on.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: The cameras are staying on.
March 3, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Donald Trump's attempt to kill congestion pricing just failed in court — and in spectacular fashion.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: The cameras are staying on.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: The cameras are staying on.
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🎂 Happy Birthday, @MTA.info! #TodayInHistory: #OnThisDay in 1968, the New York State Legislature created the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to oversee transportation operations in twelve counties as the parent agency of the New York City Transit Authority. The MTA turns 58 today.
March 1, 2026 at 2:45 PM
🎂 Happy Birthday, @MTA.info! #TodayInHistory: #OnThisDay in 1968, the New York State Legislature created the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to oversee transportation operations in twelve counties as the parent agency of the New York City Transit Authority. The MTA turns 58 today.
Toll evasion undermines funding that supports subways, buses, and commuter rail.
The latest edition of The Policy Brief breaks down proposed legislation to strengthen enforcement — and how it would help address intentional evasion.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
The latest edition of The Policy Brief breaks down proposed legislation to strengthen enforcement — and how it would help address intentional evasion.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
The Policy Brief: The urgent need for toll enforcement and Albany’s ro
Fares and tolls fund the transportation system New Yorkers rely on, but when some avoid paying, it undermines service quality for everyone else. The New York State Legislature is reviewing an importan...
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February 27, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Toll evasion undermines funding that supports subways, buses, and commuter rail.
The latest edition of The Policy Brief breaks down proposed legislation to strengthen enforcement — and how it would help address intentional evasion.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
The latest edition of The Policy Brief breaks down proposed legislation to strengthen enforcement — and how it would help address intentional evasion.
www.mta.info/article/poli...
This is the new MTA: Better. Faster. Cheaper.
$1.2 billion saved just last year— and it all goes right back into the transit system.
$1.2 billion saved just last year— and it all goes right back into the transit system.
February 26, 2026 at 8:06 PM
This is the new MTA: Better. Faster. Cheaper.
$1.2 billion saved just last year— and it all goes right back into the transit system.
$1.2 billion saved just last year— and it all goes right back into the transit system.
Broadway Junction is undergoing the biggest ADA upgrade in the system right now: a new entrance, three escalator replacements, and seven new elevators.
Crews hit a major milestone, lifting elevator frames from street level all the way up to the elevated platform without disrupting weekend service.
Crews hit a major milestone, lifting elevator frames from street level all the way up to the elevated platform without disrupting weekend service.
February 24, 2026 at 7:14 PM
Broadway Junction is undergoing the biggest ADA upgrade in the system right now: a new entrance, three escalator replacements, and seven new elevators.
Crews hit a major milestone, lifting elevator frames from street level all the way up to the elevated platform without disrupting weekend service.
Crews hit a major milestone, lifting elevator frames from street level all the way up to the elevated platform without disrupting weekend service.
We unleashed Darth Vader — the LIRR’s most powerful snow fighter in the galaxy (okay, the system) — to blast through 25+ inches of snow drifts on the East End.
February 23, 2026 at 11:37 PM
We unleashed Darth Vader — the LIRR’s most powerful snow fighter in the galaxy (okay, the system) — to blast through 25+ inches of snow drifts on the East End.
NYC Blizzard 2026
📸 Marc A. Hermann / MTA
📸 Marc A. Hermann / MTA
February 23, 2026 at 11:10 PM
NYC Blizzard 2026
📸 Marc A. Hermann / MTA
📸 Marc A. Hermann / MTA
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The blizzard may be slowing down, but we haven’t taken a snow day. Our crews have been out since yesterday clearing platforms, deploying de-icers, and ensuring that our trains and buses can travel safely during the storm.
We’re grateful to our frontline employees for keeping the city moving.
We’re grateful to our frontline employees for keeping the city moving.
February 23, 2026 at 9:50 PM
The blizzard may be slowing down, but we haven’t taken a snow day. Our crews have been out since yesterday clearing platforms, deploying de-icers, and ensuring that our trains and buses can travel safely during the storm.
We’re grateful to our frontline employees for keeping the city moving.
We’re grateful to our frontline employees for keeping the city moving.