Commuters concerned after Brooklyn subway ceiling collapse
Posted: Updated:Many commuters and local officials are concerned after the ceiling of a subway fell to the ground and injured a woman standing below.
Service was restored on the 4 and 5 lines at the Court Street subway station after a part of the ceiling fell Wednesday.
The MTA says a woman sustained minor injuries when she was hit on the shoulder by tumbling debris, but refused medical attention at the scene.
The incident has once again raised concerns with commuters and local officials, who blame the MTA and the state for not funding enough repair work to the crumbling transit system.
Structural engineers responded to the scene to determine the cause of the collapse, but the MTA has yet to release an official cause.
New York City Transit President Andy Byford says it may have been caused by some water damage based on peeling paint.
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Off-duty officer attacked in Sheepshead Bay while walking dog
Off-duty officer attacked in Sheepshead Bay while walking dog
An off-duty police officer was attacked in Sheepshead Bay Thursday.
An off-duty police officer was attacked in Sheepshead Bay Thursday.
Ask the Borough President: November 2018
Ask the Borough President: November 2018
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams is taking questions from Brooklyn residents live on News 12.
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams is taking questions from Brooklyn residents live on News 12.
Veterans Day Discounts for 2018
Veterans Day Discounts for 2018
Many restaurant chains are offering discounts for veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.
Many restaurant chains are offering discounts for veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.
Heavy rain moving in, may snarl morning traffic
Heavy rain moving in, may snarl morning traffic
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Weather
News 12 meteorologists say that rain will be coming overnight, possibly impacting the morning commute.
News 12 meteorologists say that rain will be coming overnight, possibly impacting the morning commute.
'Housing is a right': 80 families fight to prevent eviction ordered by judge
'Housing is a right': 80 families fight to prevent eviction ordered by judge
Tenants of Prospect Lefferts Gardens say they're going to fight to prevent their eviction ordered by a judge last week.
Tenants of Prospect Lefferts Gardens say they're going to fight to prevent their eviction ordered by a judge last week.
Business Briefs: Netflix, Lyft, Black Friday
Business Briefs: Netflix, Lyft, Black Friday
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Netflix says lower-priced plans are on the way in some markets.
Stan Lee, creator of a galaxy of Marvel superheroes, dies
Stan Lee, creator of a galaxy of Marvel superheroes, dies
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Comic book genius Stan Lee, the architect of the contemporary comic book, has died. He was 95.
#N12BK: Fall Foliage
#N12BK: Fall Foliage
The temperatures are dropping, and soon the leaves will be gone.
The temperatures are dropping, and soon the leaves will be gone.
Flight 587 crash in Queens remembered 17 years later
Flight 587 crash in Queens remembered 17 years later
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News 12
It has been 17 years since a commercial jet crash landed in Belle Harbor in Queens killing all 260 people on board and five on the ground.
It has been 17 years since a commercial jet crash landed in Belle Harbor in Queens killing all 260 people on board and five on the ground.
Business Briefs: Alibaba, Procter & Gamble
Business Briefs: Alibaba, Procter & Gamble
Cutting back on social media could be a boost to your mental health, according to a new study.
Cutting back on social media could be a boost to your mental health, according to a new study.
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Community concerns prompt crosswalk upgrade in Kensington
Community concerns prompt crosswalk upgrade in Kensington
Community concerns prompt crosswalk upgrade in Kensington
The city Department of Transportation is putting a new crosswalk and pedestrian island at the intersection of Coney Island Avenue and Cortelyou Road in Kensington.
The city Department of Transportation is putting a new crosswalk and pedestrian island at the intersection of Coney Island Avenue and Cortelyou Road in Kensington.
Riders question mold, leak after N line subway repairs
Riders question mold, leak after N line subway repairs
Dark green and black mold and an ongoing leak have some people in Bensonhurst wondering what exactly the Metropolitan Transportation Authority did with millions of dollars meant for N line subway repairs.
Dark green and black mold and an ongoing leak have some people in Bensonhurst wondering what exactly the Metropolitan Transportation Authority did with millions of dollars meant for N line subway repairs.
MTA sets official date for L train shutdown
MTA sets official date for L train shutdown
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Tuesday announced that April 27, 2019 is the official date for the upcoming L train shutdown.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Tuesday announced that April 27, 2019 is the official date for the upcoming L train shutdown.
MTA announces added train service during L train shutdown
MTA announces added train service during L train shutdown
The MTA has announced details of their additional service on other lines to accommodate commuters during the L train shutdown.
The MTA has announced details of their additional service on other lines to accommodate commuters during the L train shutdown.
Survey: 70 percent say commute time will double due to L closure
Survey: 70 percent say commute time will double due to L closure
A new poll finds most Brooklyn residents are not prepared for the looming L train shutdown.
A new poll finds most Brooklyn residents are not prepared for the looming L train shutdown.
MTA: R train service shut down entire weekend for station improvements
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The MTA says some service has been shut down along the R train for the entire weekend due to station improvements.
The MTA says some service has been shut down along the R train for the entire weekend due to station improvements.
The MTA says some service has been shut down along the R train for the entire weekend due to station improvements.
Community meets to discuss L train shutdown
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A community meeting held Tuesday night at the Williamsburg Library allowed residents to have their questions answered about the looming L train shutdown.
A community meeting held Tuesday night at the Williamsburg Library allowed residents to have their questions answered about the looming L train shutdown.
Bill could require GPS tracking for school buses
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A newly proposed bill could help parents who worry about their children's safety once they board school buses.
A newly proposed bill could help parents who worry about their children's safety once they board school buses.
Thousands of bus shelters closed after Staten Island collapse
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Thousands of bus shelters across the city are closed Tuesday after one of them collapsed on Staten Island.
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Arraignment held for man accused of attacking 2 B15 drivers
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Veterans Day Discounts for 2018
Veterans Day Discounts for 2018
Many restaurant chains are offering discounts for veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.
Many restaurant chains are offering discounts for veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.
Deadly wildfire devastates Northern California town
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Only a day after it began, the fire near the town of Paradise had grown to nearly 110 square miles and investigators found five people dead in vehicles that were torched by the flames.
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Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
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It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Just Married in Brooklyn
Just Married in Brooklyn
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding.
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
News 12 Brooklyn wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBK.
Your 2018 Brooklyn Fall Fun Photos
Your 2018 Brooklyn Fall Fun Photos
Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 Brooklyn want to see your Fall Fun pics!
Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 Brooklyn want to see your Fall Fun pics!
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Is fall your favorite season? Are you and your family doing fun things this fall? Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 Brooklyn want to see your Fall Fun pics! Send them via Twitter or Instagram with the #BKFallFun and they might end up on air or on News12.com.
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
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Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Preview balloons in the 2018 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Preview balloons in the 2018 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
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Macy's Balloonfest Test Flight For The 2018 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was held Nov. 3, 2018 in New York City.
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Looking for something fun to do? Check our our guide of things to do in the tri-state area.
Historical photos of the Coney Island Boardwalk
Historical photos of the Coney Island Boardwalk
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Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
THE JOKER is located at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ.
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Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
