Pedestrian deaths up 77% over the last decade, study says

According to the latest report from the Governor's Highway Safety Association, there has been a 77% rise in pedestrian deaths in the U.S. over the past decade. 

DC to send letters, texts to drivers who have racked up tickets
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Despite traffic cameras all across D.C., many traffic tickets are going unpaid. Now, the District is going to try a new method. In a year-long pilot program, they plan to send targeted letters and texts to almost 100,000 drivers across the DMV who have multiple speeding and red light tickets saying, "someone in your household is driving dangerously,? but will it make a difference? We ask DMV residents what they think.

Tractor-trailer crash block traffic on inner loop of I-495
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For the second day in a row, the inner loop of the I-495 beltway between Old Georgetown Road and Rockville Pike is backed up due to a collision involving a tractor-trailer.

Dulles Airport plans to give its people mover a makeover

The Washington Metropolitan Airport Authority voted to give a Pennsylvania-based company that specializes in refurbishments three years and $16.4 million to fix two of the 49 people movers in the fleet.

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."

Submarine used for tourist visits to Titanic wreckage goes missing in the Atlantic

A search is underway for a missing submersible that carries people to view the wreckage of the Titanic. Canadian officials say the five-person submersible was reported overdue Sunday night about 435 miles south of St. John's, Newfoundland.

DC initiative will fine drivers for being in bus lanes

Driving in bus lanes and zones will soon cost you. It's part of an initiative to improve traffic, safety, and bus times in the nation's capital.

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.

1 dead, several rescued after tour boat capsizes in underground NY cave

One person was killed and multiple people were sent to local hospitals after a boat capsized Monday during a tour of an underground cavern system built to carry water from the Erie Canal beneath the western New York city of Lockport, officials said.

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.