The MTA’s new subway gates are already getting blasted as “easy to beat.” | New York Post

Attention New York City. Starting January 4th, new MTA fare rates officially go into effect. The base fare for subways and local buses increases to three dollars per ride. Reduced fares will also go up slightly, and express bus rides will now cost seven dollars and twenty-five cents. This change comes as the MTA continues its transition to OMNY tap-and-go payments, with MetroCards being phased out. So before your next ride, make sure you’re ready to tap — and plan for the new fare. Welcome to tr

🚇 New Subway Turnstiles Cause Delays at Major Manhattan Station 🚨 MANHATTAN, New York — December 29, 2025 — Commuters faced major frustration Monday afternoon after newly installed subway turnstiles caused significant entry and exit delays at the Broadway–Lafayette Street station. During one of the busiest travel periods of the day, passengers reported bottlenecks as the updated turnstile system slowed foot traffic, creating congestion inside the station and on platforms. Riders described conf