Metrobus to launch tap-to-pay option

Getting on the bus is about to get easier and faster. The same ‘Tap. Ride. Go.’ system that lets riders pay with a phone or credit card on Metrorail is coming to Metrobus.

495 Express Lanes extension to open ahead of holiday travel

Northern Virginia drivers will get some relief just in time for Thanksgiving. The new 495 Express Lanes extension is set to open Saturday, Nov. 22 ahead of the holiday travel rush.

18 passengers being evaluated after people mover hits dock at Dulles Airport

A mobile lounge transporting passengers to Concourse D at Dulles Airport struck the dock at an angle on Monday afternoon, injuring 18 people.

FAA grounds general aviation operations at DCA, 11 other US airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily banned general aviation operations and nonscheduled aircraft flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

1,000+ flights canceled as FAA reduces traffic in shutdown

More than 1,000 U.S. flights were canceled for a second straight day on Saturday as the Federal Aviation Administration continued to reduce air traffic amid the ongoing government shutdown.

Flight delays, cancellations expected as FAA air traffic reductions begin Friday

Travelers around the country can expect major disruptions starting Friday as the Federal Aviation Administration is cutting up to 10% of air traffic at dozens of U.S.airports, including the three major travel hubs in our region. 

What are the busiest airports in the US?

On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.

FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled

The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.

DCA ground delays average 90 minutes due to 'staffing' as government shutdown drags on

A ground stop at Reagan National Airport has been canceled on Thursday afternoon, but ground delays are averaging 90 minutes due to “staffing,” per the FAA. 

NTSB releases final report on Titan submersible implosion

The National Transportation Safety Board has released its final report on the 2023 Titan submersible disaster.

Ride-hailing app to shut down in DC after CEO threatened with jail time

Joshua Sear, CEO of the ride-hailing service Empower, agreed in court on Tuesday to shut down operations in D.C. after being threatened with jail time.

Historic covered bridge closed after damage from oversized vehicle

A portion of Old Frederick Road is closed after a historic covered bridge was damaged by an oversized vehicle this weekend. 

Zoox self-driving cars coming to Washington, DC

Zoox, the autonomous vehicle company that released its first vehicle with Amazon in 2020, is now coming to the nation's capital.