Metro service reduced after nearly half of its train operators have expired recertification
Metro officials say service has been reduced temporarily after nearly half of their rail operators have lapsed recertification.
Person struck by train near DC metro station, police say
A person was struck by a Metro train in D.C. Sunday afternoon, according to authorities.
Shooting at Silver Spring Transit Center leaves 1 person hurt; police searching for suspect
Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting someone near the Silver Spring Metro station, according to authorities.
Metro officials consider mask-only railcars as COVID-19 cases rise across US
With COVID-19 cases rising across the U.S. some are wondering if restrictions should go back in place.
Randy Clarke named new WMATA general manager and CEO
Randy Clarke has been named the new CEO and general manager of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.
TSA celebrates 20 year anniversary of country's first checkpoint at BWI Airport
Officials gathered at Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) Friday to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the country's first airport security checkpoint.
Metro launches new initiatives to increase safety and community engagement
Metro announced Thursday it is launching new safety initiatives to engage the community, target enforcement efforts and increase police visibility.
Amtrak makes bid to take over Union Station
Amtrak is asking a court to allow the company to take over D.C.'s Union Station under eminent domain.
150 pounds of marijuana seized at Dulles International Airport by U.S. Customs officials
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized 100 parcels of marijuana weighing 150 pounds at Washington Dulles International Airport that were destined for London over the weekend.
Plans for new 14-gate concourse at Dulles International Airport move forward
Plans are underway to build a new state-of-the-art concourse at Dulles International Airport.
Majority of Americans want masks for travelers: AP-NORC poll
The poll finds that despite opposition to the requirement that included verbal abuse and physical violence against flight attendants, 56% of Americans favor requiring people on planes, trains and public transportation to wear masks.
United Airlines to allow some passengers banned for mask-related rules to fly again
United Airlines tells FOX 5 they banned about 1,000 customers during the span of the mask policy.
Metro makes masks optional for all riders and employees
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has announced – effective immediately – masks are optional on Metrorail, Metrobus and MetroAccess for customers.
Amtrak seeks to take control of DC's Union Station
Amtrak is looking to seize control of D.C.'s Union Station, according to a report from the Washington Post.
NYC subway attack prompts metro surveillance camera scrutiny
People are taking a closer look at metro surveillance systems after it was reported some security cameras were not functioning properly enough to capture the scene when a gunman opened fire in a Brooklyn subway.
Transit police officer shoots knife-wielding suspect at Anacostia Station
Green Line service was temporarily suspended Thursday between Congress Heights and Navy Yard after a knife-wielding suspect was shot by a Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) officer.
TSA announces new gender-neutral screening changes at airport security checkpoints
New standards for screening transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming airline passengers at Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints were announced Thursday.
Flight attendants, airline CEOs urge Biden administration to end federal mask mandate on planes
Mask mandates are being dropped in restaurants, schools, and at sporting events – but not aboard planes.
Metro announces delays for Silver Line and 7000-series trains
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) announced two big delays Thursday morning during a rail service restoration plan briefing.
Metro to increase service, discounted fares as more rail cars return
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has approved a $4.5 billion budget to increase service and discounted fares for Metro users as they continue to work to return more 6000-series and 7000-series rail cars to service.