MTA Construction Causes Major Disruptions for Brooklyn Commuters
The Manhattan-bound J train in New York City has been skipping several Brooklyn stops during weekday midday hours since March, as part of ongoing track replacement work. This construction is expected to continue through the third quarter of 2026. The affected stations include Chauncey Street, Halsey Street, Gates Avenue, and Kosciuszko Street. Commuters are forced to take a Queens-bound J train to Broadway Junction to transfer back to a Manhattan-bound train, turning a typical 30-minute commute into an hour-long journey. The evening commute remains unaffected. Transit experts note that such disruptions are common due to the maintenance needs of NYC's aging subway system. 
