All articles tagged with #port authority
Starting January 4, 2026, tolls on NYC bridges managed by the MTA and Port Authority will increase by approximately 7.5% to 5%, with additional fare hikes for public transit, including subway and bus fares, to support infrastructure funding and inflation adjustments.
The Port Authority plans to increase the fees for taxi and ride-share pickups at New York City airports, which could lead to higher fares exceeding $100 for trips to the airport, sparking opposition from Uber and drivers. The additional revenue aims to improve amenities and conditions for drivers at LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark airports.
A multi-bus crash involving three NJ Transit buses at the Port Authority bus terminal injured 12 people, closed the terminal during morning rush hour, and caused delays at the Lincoln Tunnel.
The Port Authority has begun construction on a $10 billion, modern Midtown bus terminal to replace the outdated 74-year-old facility, aiming to increase capacity and improve aesthetics, with completion expected in 2032 despite ongoing funding challenges and community disruptions.
John F. Kennedy International Airport's new Terminal 6, set to open in 2026, will feature installations by 18 contemporary artists from seven countries, including notable figures like Charles Gaines and Barbara Kruger. The $4.2 billion terminal, funded by private developers, will have the largest collection of public art among New York airports, with a $22 million art budget. This initiative follows successful art programs at La Guardia and Newark airports, aiming to enhance passenger experience and terminal ambience.
In New York City, NYPD officers tackled and handcuffed two violence interrupters, the Brooklyn Tower is in foreclosure after selling only 18 of its 148 luxury condos, a cargo ship lost power near the Verrazzano Bridge, the Port Authority plans a $430 million renovation of the PATH train, and fast food chains are offering free or discounted eclipse-themed products.
The Port Authority is moving forward with plans to replace the Midtown bus terminal with a new "world class" facility, submitting a draft environmental impact statement and seeking federal approval and funding for the estimated $10 billion project, which will take at least eight years to complete and involve significant traffic disruptions. The new building will feature a shiny entrance, 3.5 acres of green space, and charging stations for electric buses, with the agency also proposing the construction of two skyscrapers to help cover costs.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has revealed a $10 billion design for a new Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City, aiming to replace the outdated facility with a modern transit hub topped by two office towers. The construction is expected to take eight years, with completion targeted for 2032, and the project is currently seeking financial assistance from federal and city governments. Community leaders have influenced the design to cater to the needs of local residents as well as commuters and travelers.
Travelers at Newark Liberty International Airport are experiencing major disruptions due to flight cancellations and delays, with 272 flights canceled and 31 delayed. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey warns that this could only be the beginning, as they predict more disruptions in the next few days. Some travelers have been forced to sleep on cots in the airport, with one man trapped there for over 24 hours. The Port Authority advises all travelers to plan ahead and check the status of their flight with their air carrier before heading to the airport.
A commuter van crashed into the back of a Delta Airlines bus at JFK Airport, injuring at least 15 people, with one injury believed to be serious. The bus had already broken down and Delta employees had gotten off when the van struck from behind. Port Authority police and EMS responded to the scene and are investigating the cause of the accident. All lanes on the outbound side of the Van Wyck Expressway are shut down, causing additional delays for people making their way to the airport.
Two workers were killed in a construction accident at JFK Airport in New York after getting trapped under construction rubble in a trench near Terminal 7. About 60 firefighters worked to remove the workers from the trench, but both were pronounced dead at the scene. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will conduct a thorough investigation, and flight operations were not affected.
Two workers died after being trapped under rubble at JFK Airport while relocating utility lines to support the airport's redevelopment project. A stop order for construction was issued, and the names of the workers have not been released. JFK Airport warned of roadway delays around two of its terminals, but flights were not impacted.
Two construction workers were killed at JFK airport after being buried in rubble inside a trench. The Port Authority has halted all construction at the airport and is conducting an investigation. The workers were not publicly identified and few details are available about the incident.