New York commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike
The Long Island Rail Road has ceased operations due to a strike by unionized workers, marking the first walkout since 1994. Negotiations for a new contract have stalled, with unions demanding higher wages and better health care benefits. The shutdown is expected to significantly impact commuters and sports fans in the New York City area.
- ▪The Long Island Rail Road shut down after unionized workers went on strike on May 16, 2026.
- ▪Five unions representing about half of the workforce walked off the job after negotiations stalled.
- ▪New York's governor is urging residents to work from home if possible due to the shutdown.
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Long Island Rail Road workers walk the picket line outside Penn Station in Manhattan, New York, on 16 May 2026. Photograph: Heather Khalifa/APView image in fullscreenLong Island Rail Road workers walk the picket line outside Penn Station in Manhattan, New York, on 16 May 2026. Photograph: Heather Khalifa/APNew YorkNew York commuter rail system shuts down as workers strikeWorker at the Long Island Rail Road, serving the eastern New York metropolitan area, walked off the job on SaturdayAssociated PressSat 16 May 2026 08.41 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleNorth America’s largest commuter rail system was shut down on Saturday after unionized workers in the New York City area went on strike .The Long Island Rail Road that serves the city’s eastern suburbs ceased operations on early…
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