In a historic move, NJ Transit engineers have gone on strike for the first time in four decades, halting services on the Port Jervis and Pascack Valley lines and impacting over 350,000 commuters traveling to New York City. The strike has caused significant travel disruptions, leaving many commuters scrambling for alternative routes and transportation options. New Jersey Governor has publicly apologized for the chaos, while local officials, including Rep. Josh Gottheimer, are calling for a freeze on congestion pricing until the strike is resolved. The strike was precipitated by failed negotiations over wage increases, with engineers demanding higher salaries. Commuters are now seeking ways to navigate around the impacted rail services, as New Jersey Transit has warned of significant delays and frustrations. Services are expected to be affected during major events, raising concerns about travel chaos in the region.