Metro testing gate modifications at Fort Totten in hopes of discouraging fare evaders
Metro is testing a series of gate modifications as a way to deter riders from boarding without paying the fare.
Travel blogger sets new Metro speed record on first full day of Silver Line service
There's a new record for the fastest time traveling to all 97 WMATA stations.
Former DC Metro officer found guilty of beating, choking unarmed transit rider
A former D.C. Metro Transit Police Officer has been found guilty of beating an unarmed transit rider with a metal baton in 2018.
Metro's Silver Line extension to Dulles is now open: What you need to know
The long-awaited Silver Line extension opens on Nov. 15, including a stop at Dulles International Airport.
Metrorail Silver Line extension marks first full day of service Wednesday
Wednesday marks the first full day of service for Metrorail's new Silver Line extension that connects Dulles International Airport and the suburbs of Loudoun County to the D.C. region's mass transit system.
Metro hosts silver ticket contest for first Silver Line extension ride
Want to be among the first passengers to travel on Metro's Silver Line extension train?
6 Metro stations along Blue, Yellow Lines in Virginia reopen after construction related closure
Metro officials reopened six stations along the Blue and Yellow Lines that have been closed since September as part of a construction project.
Passenger found dead on Metro train in Prince George’s County
Authorities say a passenger was found dead aboard a Metro train early Thursday morning in Prince George's County.
Silver Line extension, six new Metro stations set to open Nov. 15
Opening day for the Silver Line extension has been set for Nov. 15 when six new Metro stations will open.
Metro safety commission approves 7000-series return to service plan
Metro has been working to get more 7000-series trains back on the tracks following a derailment last year.
6 juveniles identified in vicious Metrobus assault
FOX 5 has learned that authorities have identified six juveniles who were allegedly involved in the brutal assault of a woman riding a Southeast-bound Metrobus.
2 adults arrested in vicious Metrobus assault
Two adults have been arrested for the violent assault of a woman who was traveling home on a Metrobus in D.C. earlier this week.
Metro Silver Line 'operationally ready' for passengers by Thanksgiving; safety approvals pending
Metro officials say the long-awaited Silver Line extension to Dulles Airport will be 'operationally ready' for passengers by Thanksgiving and say they are awaiting safety approvals by the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission before moving forward.
DC Mayor Bowser responds to woman being assaulted on Metrobus
On Wednesday, FOX 5 asked D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser if she had seen a video reported on by FOX 5 showing a woman violently shoved off of a Metrobus by what appears to be a group of teens – and possibly some adults. The Mayor answered - no – and that she would look at it. The Chief of Police indicated the same.
'Disturbing' video shows a woman being attacked, pushed off a DC Metrobus
An assault caught on a cellphone camera shows what appears to be several juveniles — and possibly some adults — shoving an older woman off a Metrobus in D.C.
Metro to hold public comment sessions on 'Better Bus' initiative
Metro has also announced a new campaign to get public comment on redesigning the region's bus network.
Woman struck by train prompts delays on Metro's Red Line Thursday afternoon
Metro riders can expect delays Thursday afternoon after a woman was struck by a train at the Friendship Heights station.
Metro warns fare evaders: Pay up
Metro says total fare evasions this year will end up costing about $40 million in lost revenue.
Proposal to give DC residents $100 monthly Metro fare clears first hurdle
A proposal that would give D.C. residents $100 a month to ride Metro is getting closer to becoming reality.
Metro hiring crisis intervention specialists
Metro is looking for mental health experts to fill their new crisis intervention specialist position.


















