The morning commute just got way more complex for 350,000 New Jersey rail riders. As of May 16, 2025, locomotive engineers with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & Trainmen (BLET) have gone on strike, shutting down the entire NJ Transit rail system. This marks the first time since 1983 that NJ Transit has faced a system-wide rail stoppage. Back then, conductors walked off the job for 34 days over wage disputes – a historical echo of today’s situation. “It is unfortunate that locomotive engineers have opted to disrupt the lives of 350,000 NJ TRANSIT riders rather than continue working through … Continue reading NJ Transit Engineers Strike Halts All Rail Service: 350,000 Commuters Face Monday with Only 20% Bus Coverage