Long Island Rail Road strike is over, New York Gov. Hochul says
The Long Island Rail Road strike has officially ended, as announced by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. A fair deal was reached between the MTA and the five LIRR unions, which includes raises for workers while ensuring the protection of riders and taxpayers. Limited LIRR service is set to resume at noon on Tuesday.
- ▪New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the end of the Long Island Rail Road strike.
- ▪The MTA reached a deal with the five LIRR unions that includes raises for workers.
- ▪Limited LIRR service will resume starting at noon on Tuesday.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onLong Island Rail Road strike is over, New York Gov. Hochul saysLimited service will resume at noon on Tuesday, Hochul said.ByChristopher WatsonMay 18, 2026, 9:08 PM1:34Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) striking workers picket outside of Penn Station in New York City, May 16, 2026. Bloomberg via Getty ImagesThe Long Island Rail Road strike has ended, according to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul."Tonight, the MTA reached a fair deal with the five LIRR unions that delivers raises for workers while protecting riders and taxpayers.
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