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5 LIRR unions that went on strike ratify new 4-year contract

The contract gives workers annual raises averaging 3.5% over four years.

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LIRR trains added to try to keep up with U.S. Open demand

328 LIRR workers made more than $100,000 in OT last year, reports says

Large crowds cause delays on LIRR trains to Shinnecock Hills

Ground 'depression' closes LaGuardia runway

More Investigations & Impact

Newsday InvestigatesAn LI town is still issuing school bus camera tickets it once called 'troubling'

Newsday InvestigatesOvertime for Nassau, Suffolk workers surges to $74M above budget

Newsday InvestigatesHundreds of LI massage spas sell sex. Neighbors complain. Raids are up. Business thrives.

Map: These LI massage spas have been raided as officials attempt to disrupt sex trade

Newsday InvestigatesJor'Dynn Duncan missed 40 days of school before her death. Her district didn't need to flag it.

Newsday InvestigatesLI woman accused of killing 7-year-old linked with other children who died

Only in NewsdayDispute will leave Northwell out of network for Fidelis, Wellcare patients

Newsday InvestigatesSuffolk's child abuse, neglect deaths reached a 10-year high. CPS still struggles to improve.

Newsday InvestigatesStruggling NUMC spent millions in tax dollars to create neurosciences unit. The plan failed.

Newsday InvestigatesHow an LI nurse claimed to vaccinate kids for years after doctors suspected fraud

Newsday InvestigatesNames of Blakeman's armed volunteer deputies revealed

Newsday InvestigatesLI nursing homes fined more than $500G for violations including assaults

NYS has new license plate design for country's 250th

Dangerous RoadsTerrible choices in 20s reverberate through life

Drivers, golf fans get glimpse of predicted traffic at U.S. Open

Valley Stream man fatally struck by train

Penn Station area calms slightly ahead of Knicks, MSG concert starts

Traveling through NYC today will be a headache. Here are your best — and worst — options.

LIRR president delivers trophy to U.S. Open at Shinnecock, urges fans to take train

Only in NewsdayReady for takeoff: These LIers are embarking on a high-pressure career

LIRR, free shuttles, best way to get to U.S. Open, organizers say

Despite another fire, Amtrak official says rail service is ready for World Cup crowds

Commuting during the World Cup? Here's what to know as the event kicks off

First in NewsdayElectrification likely delayed after deal falls apart for LIRR rail yard at Lawrence Aviation site

Latest videos

'We just want to get paid for what we deserve'

As LIRR union members picketed for a new contract, commuters and businesses weigh in ... and everyone's frustrated. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLive updates on LIRR strike

'Parties were unable to reach a deal'

'It's a headache'

Breaking down your commuting options

Latest weather news

LI weather: Rain and thunderstorms tomorrow; sun returns midweek

First in NewsdayNY funding $28.5M for LI road, dam, seawall repairs

A look back at LI's hurricane history

Cold front could bring thunderstorms, rip currents at LI beaches

ROADS & RAILS

'Several major service disruptions'

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'Avoid the MSG area tonight if you do not have tickets'

02:09

'Worst day of my life'

02:35

'Enforcement a priority'

01:27

Sinkhole closes runway at LGA

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'There are things in there that make it more affordable'

01:55

'I would not want to do that on a regular'

01:42

'Hoping tomorrow everything will be good'

01:30

End to chaotic morning commute in sight

02:10

Service restarts at noon Tuesday

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