CNBC reports 250,000 commuters stranded as LIRR strike continues! Unions and the MTA failed to reach a deal on wages and healthcare after marathon negotiations, leaving immense pressure on both sides. Talks are set to resume, but for now, the railway remains shut down. Get the full story and understand the complexities of this dispute. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/strike-shuts-down-long-island-rail-road-lirr.html #LIRR #CommuterStrike #LaborDispute #MTA