New York commuter rail system ceases operations as workers strike
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Source: AP News
Published: 2026-05-16 21:11 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Labour & Workers
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North America’s largest commuter rail system with 250,000 daily riders faces a shutdown if a deal isn’t reached with unionized workers to avoid a strike. The Long Island Rail Road, which serves New York City’s eastern suburbs, could shut down Saturday if the strike deadline is missed. (AP video by Joseph B.
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