MTA makes case for more funding amid low ridership across subways, buses

Transit officials are projecting a $2.8-billion budget deficit by next year. While they are still looking at increasing fares by 5.5%, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is also proposing a new revenue stream.

Buc-ee's could be coming to Virginia

The beloved Texas-based convenience store Buc-ee's is planning on opening its first location in Virginia in 2027. 

New ‘dashboard’ launches, reveals which airlines let families sit together fee-free

According to the Department of Transportation, a parent who purchases airline tickets for a family should receive a guarantee from the airline that it will seat the parent and child together.

Metro to bring back automatic train operation after 14 years

After suspending automatic train operations in 2009 after a fatal Red Line crash, Metro is planning to switch back to automatic train operation starting this summer. 

Cheverly partners with Metro Transit Police in effort to boost safety for commuters

Beginning Monday, transit riders using the Cheverly station will see an extra police presence as part of a new safety initiative with Metro Transit Police.

Ohio senators introduce rail safety bill after train derailment

The bipartisan legislation would subject all trains carrying hazardous materials to additional safety regulations and state notification requirements, and increase penalties for violations.

Metro’s plan to fix 7000-series wheels, return fleet to service could take 3 years, cost $55M

Metro's plan to fix the way it presses wheels onto their 7000-series rail cars could take as long as three years to complete and cost approximately $55 million, the transit agency said Tuesday.

Montgomery County introduces pedestrian safety legislation

A call to increase pedestrian safety in Montgomery County after they've seen two fatalities and 25 injuries involving people on foot and cyclists since the beginning of the year.

U Street Metro stabbing under investigation

A man is recovering in a hospital after police say he was stabbed at the U Street Metro station Monday afternoon. 

Metro maintenance will limit late-night service for next 3 weeks

WMATA announced Friday that late-night Metrorail service will be reduced on weeknights for three straight weeks while the agency performs “critical” maintenance work on its tracks.