
LIRR Strike Looms: MTA Offers Raise, Unions Demand More
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- Published
- May 15, 2026
- Duration
- 1:32
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- Last updated
- May 16, 2026
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The Long Island Rail Road faces potential shutdown as unions and management negotiate a new contract. With a federal extension expiring and talks at a standstill, riders brace for chaos. The MTA offers a four point five percent raise in the contracts final year, but unions seek sixteen percent over four years. Both sides continue negotiations, hoping to r…
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The Long Island Rail Road faces potential shutdown as unions and management negotiate a new contract. With a federal extension expiring and talks at a standstill, riders brace for chaos. The MTA offers a four point five percent raise in the contracts final year, but unions seek sixteen percent over four years. Both sides continue negotiations, hoping to reach an agreement before the weekend. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn
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