WMATA: Warnings being issued to drivers blocking bus lanes under; fines up to $200 begin in 45 days

The warning period is starting for the Clear Lanes program and WMATA officials say in just 45 days, the District Department of Transportation will be issuing fines for people illegally using bus lanes and parking in bus stop zones. 

Metro Green Line station construction closures start July 22

Several stations on Metro's Green Line will be closed for over a month beginning July 22 for planned construction projects.

Potomac Avenue Metro stabbing suspect arrested

The suspect who allegedly stabbed a woman and then robbed her at the Potomac Avenue Metro Station Friday afternoon has been arrested by police. 

New nighttime Metrobus 'courtesy stops' program aims to boost rider safety

Metrobus riders can now request drivers to stop in between stops from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., in a new program by WMATA to increase rider safety. 

WMATA receiving $104M grant to fund cleaner zero-emission buses

The Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration announced Monday that $1.7 billion from the new infrastructure bill will be used for cleaner buses.

WMATA warns of big cuts with projected $750 million deficit

WMATA is warning extreme service cuts to the tune of about 67% could come if the transit system cannot solve a projected $750 million budget deficit for Fis

Person struck, killed by train near Rhode Island Avenue Metro Station

A person was struck by a Red Line train Tuesday evening at the Rhode Island Avenue Metro Station, and so far, WMATA says the victim is "not showing signs of life."

New bill targets Metro fare evaders giving police fake names

A new bill from D.C. Councilmember Brooke Pinto aims to close a loophole in the District’s fare evasion law.

Red Line increased frequency starts Monday

Red Line Metro trains will operate more frequently during the week starting Monday, June 12. 

Metro announces half-price fare program

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced Monday a half-priced fare program for low-income riders.