Planning for the NJ Turnpike's biggest ever project (the $10.7B Turnpike extension) dates back to at least Gov. Murphy's first term. So why, in the waning days as governor, did he change the plans for a project long mired in controversy? My attempt to answer that ⤵️

Why were the first 10 days of December bad for NJ Transit commuting? Overhead wire issues, signal probs, problems caused by the PNB contractor. I talked to Gery Williams Amtrak about all of it and why he thinks things are trending in the right direction www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

Safiya Daniels was one of 10 NJ Transit PD officers who shared in a $5.8M settlement over racism allegations in 2012. Now, she's suing a lieutenant who she said harassed her since promotion to detective. It's the 3rd legal action involving him this year. www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

A bill requiring license, insurance and registration for all e-bike users is racing through lame duck despite heavy pushback and no statewide data about crashes/fatalities. My story on what bike advocates are saying and sole Sen bill sponsor Nick Scutari, who told me he wants an e-bike (!)

“I have like six bicycles in my backyard, no electric ones yet, but I have a motorcycle” - Sen Pres Scutari, future e-bike rider who is sponsoring a bill hated by bike advocates. It would require license, registration and insurance for e-bikes. A deep dive into the bill sailing through lame duck.

Construction on NJTRANSIT's temporary bus terminal MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup in June/July of 2026 will begin in January. More on that -- and funding the board dedicated for future expansion plans at NorthJersey.com.

Seems like there have been near-daily Amtrak disruptions this month, including today while I was en route to the njtransit board meeting, forcing me to divert to the subway and path. Story TK. 🤞 I get to the meeting on time.

The USDOT has written to the GDC (and the MTA and CTA) with an update on the "reviews" into their DBE programs, which paused funding -- namely for the $16B tunnels projects. More on where this stands ⬇️

The NJ Transit HR chief suspended without pay after complaints surfaced and in a rare move hired outside counsel to do a “comprehensive review” of the matter.

Plans are underway to redevelop 1 Penn Plaza East and 3 Penn Plaza East, the sites where NJ Transit's former HQ is and Horizon's current HQ is. This is an extremely valuable 3-acre, riverfront property steps from Newark Penn. Competition will be intense.

NJDOT awarded HNTB the prized Rt 17 engineering contract this year. An hour later, NJDOT changed the winner to Michael Baker, saying it was an error. But when I asked for documents proving it, I got nothing. One OPRA was denied citing the 2024 changes. My story ⬇️

The defense team rep’ing STA — which left a 13YO at an unauthorized bus stop before she was hit by a car — is now trying to blame her, her father and stepmom. Even the judge seemed baffled — and saw fit to interrupt at times during oral arguments.

Now that the government shutdown is over, what’s going on with Gateway? Everyone is treading lightly.

NJ Transit review finds more than $10,000 improperly paid to two engineers

SCOOP: Big schedule changes are coming for NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak riders for what could be six weeks to start the "cutover" process on the Portal North Bridge.

While some towns and counties were quick to ban e-bikes, one Bergen County borough decided to have a community discussion about it. Teens, parents, police, council members weighed in. More on that and where gov-elect Mikie Sherrill fall on this issue.

One EWR traveler packed non-perishable snacks ahead of his flight; another worried whether she would make it to Phoenix on time for a wedding. My story on how air travel is going around NYC amid the first day of flight reductions.

Anyone preparing to fly in/out of EWR, JFK or LGA in the coming days/week? I'd love to talk to you about that given the expected announcement for flight cuts. Get in touch! DM or email is [email protected].

Got an idea to fix New York Penn Station? Andy Byford wants proposals and shovels in the ground by end of 2027. Everything is on the table -- through-running, moving MSG, whatever it takes. Here's the latest status of the complicated transit project:

Got an idea to fix New York Penn Station? Andy Byford wants proposals and shovels in the ground by end of 2027. Everything is on the table -- through-running, moving MSG, whatever it takes. Here's the latest status of the complicated transit project:

Congestion pricing apparently reducing vehicle entries more than expected: revenue is 1.6% less than forecast as of Sept. Gross: $507.4 mil, expenses less than projected at $96.4 million. Net: $411 mil which has the @MTA on track to raise the $500 mil expected. #Traffic

Broadway Bus once served Ocean Terminal, Maidenform factory and downtown Bayonne with 42 buses. More recently, they're down to 10 buses, 1 route - and now they will close Nov 30. Third-gen owner Emil Massa talked to me about growing up in the bus biz.

I asked Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill about the tricky situation of NJ TRANSIT funding. Specifically, whether they would keep the corporate business tax and the annual 3% fare hike -- and how/if they would fill the gap.

Updated with info about a recent OSHA inspection involving the company

BREAKING: A worker has died at the Hudson Yards Concrete Casing project site while working on the Gateway project.

“It’s weird that you get off at one of the triangles." IYKYK The world of North Jersey bus commuting is weird -- and isn't for the weak.

“Complete and utter silence.” - U.S. Sen. Andy Kim A look at how things are going on to get clarity on whether the Gateway program is terminated and how a bipartisan group of mayors and union leaders want answers.

HNTB Corp. has been the engineering consultant of record for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority for the entire 77-year history of the NJTA -- until now. Yesterday, they chose a new engineering firm. My story ⬇️

BREAKING: Head of Gateway tunnel project had a medical emergency I spoke to Tom Prendergast about what happened, who’s stepping in day to day for him and what his status is. Story at NorthJersey ⬇️ www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

One state senator remembers what Newark Airport was like before AirTrain Newark from when she was a concessionaire in the early '90s. Now, she has a front row seat at its replacement groundbreaking. More on that and the new project ⬇️

Our statehouse reporter Katie Sobko queried the gubernatorial candidates about their ideas for improving NJ TRANSIT. Here's what they said:

NJ Transit's electric bus program was already up against myriad challenges -- now the New Flyer bus used for its Camden pilot program is subject to a recall. More on that at NorthJersey.com www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

What are air traffic controllers at Newark Airport thinking about? Departures, arrivals, how to pay mortgage, car, feed kids - as they work w/out pay amid govt shutdown. This is exacerbating an ATC shortage at EWR. More on that and Sec. Duffy visit today. www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

In 2024, NJ TRANSIT's bus fleet dropped to its lowest MDBF average since 2017 -- 10,302. But plans are underway to purchase 1,400+ buses. One new transit bus was on display this week and Kris Kolluri gave Rep. Menendez a hard time about driving. My story: www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

The crosswalk in Oakland where 4yo Jalen Gomez died was made less visible & lacked a basic safety feature - Bergen Co won't say why. In 2020, a state grant to make ped safety upgrades along Ramapo Valley Road was denied. Now ped deaths in NJ are at 30-year highs. www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

Once again, it appears the Gateway tunnel projects have become a political football for the Trump administration. Despite 10 months of supporting the projects, the decision to review its DBE requirements came Oct. 1 -- the first day of the gov shutdown.

After concerns about payroll procedures, engineers calling out of shifts and possibly recouping money, NJ TRANSIT is hiring an "integrity monitor." They will issue a report on findings and recommendations in five weeks, according to Kris Kolluri. More ⬇️ www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

Taking LIRR to a concert at Forest Hills tonight. Not sure if it makes the NJT riders feel any better, but they’re dealing with the same foggy/sun-impaired windows across the river, too.

Meanwhile, here’s the latest on the NJ TRANSIT M&E service reduction from Saturday’s derailment. NJ Transit will continue reduced service on Morris and Essex line for several days www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

BREAKING: NJ TRANSIT seeks $10K in wages back from 2 BLET union heads it says was paid improperly This comes as tensions escalate over “unauthorized” absences. There were 32 yesterday amid the derailment suspension

Tensions between NJ TRANSIT and the BLET have remained high this year after settling their contract. Now, NJT may claw back money paid to union leaders who may have been improperly paid for “company time” and “union business.” More at NorthJersey

Here's the latest on Newark Airport issues: - Flights curtailed through 10/26 but could see a bump soon - Sec. Duffy annc'd 2k+ air traffic control hires, but EWR air space staffing is still at just 48% - Tech improvements coming online soon More at NorthJersey

“Transition from a park-and-ride to live-and-ride — and I think that is the right lens to look at this,” Kris Kolluri of @NJTRANSIT. My story dives into which NJT properties could become mixed-use developments and the agency’s real estate strategy.

The Gateway team has already found an old soap factory and a pig bone during tunnel excavation. Could the old Penn Station remnants show up? The rubble of the former West Side Highway? Or the remains of Jimmy Hoffa? My story @northjerseynews.bsky.social :

NJ Transit’s budget rose 5.5%, what drove costs? Will the next gov continue sending historic levels of state aid to NJT? A new report from RPA figured out what would happen if we didn’t have NJT —and how much it would cost. My latest story dives into all of this ⬇️

Academy Bus will pay nearly $2.7M to settle another dispute over its services to NYC and Atlantic City-- this time with the New Jersey Turnpike Authority.

I shadowed Kris Kolluri and the NJ TRANSIT team during the FIFA Club World Cup final. This is the behind-the-scenes look of how that went and the hurdles they faced as they rehearse for next year.

Gregg Reuben (husband of Alina Habba), Mark Tedesco (part-owner of Academy Bus) -- two of the at least four people with New Jersey ties on the new US DOT advisory committee. More on the committee and its members at NorthJersey.com

The contract between BLET and NJTRANSIT was finally approved last night, almost two months after it was first agreed to and ended the 3-day strike. More on the details and the “givebacks that had value.” www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...

If you drive down Tonnelle, peer over the High Line on W30th St or look to the middle of the Hudson River — you can see 5 of the construction projects from the $16B tunnel program. Here’s an overview of each project and the unique challenges they face www.northjersey.com/story/news/t...