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New York City
fromwww.amny.com
14 hours ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
#transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago
SF politics

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Commentary: Is a Transporter Bridge the 100-Year-Old Solution for the Estuary Crossing We've all been Looking for? - Streetsblog San Francisco

SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
3 days ago

Commentary: Is a Transporter Bridge the 100-Year-Old Solution for the Estuary Crossing We've all been Looking for? - Streetsblog San Francisco

A transporter bridge could provide a cost-effective solution for pedestrian and cyclist access between Western Alameda and Jack London Square.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

America's horrible trains mean you have no alternative to hourslong airport lines

The U.S. lacks high-speed rail, causing travel issues during TSA staff shortages.
fromBusline News
3 days ago

ENC Named To Washington State DES Statewide Transit Bus Contract - Busline News

Being named to the Washington State DES contract is a significant milestone for ENC and a testament to the strength of our product portfolio. This contract gives transit agencies across the region a streamlined path to American-made, Altoona-tested heavy-duty buses in every major propulsion category.
Alternative transportation
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

LAX's long-awaited train to hit the rails as testing begins

"It's really exciting, because not only is it a big milestone for the project, but it's going to be a really visible milestone for all of our guests," Adams said of the testing.
Los Angeles
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

They rode the T to every single station in one fell swoop. Here's how long it took.

A group of friends completed a challenge to ride all MBTA subway lines in one day, taking over 10 hours.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

They rode the T to every single station in one fell swoop. Here's how long it took.

A group of friends completed a challenge to ride all MBTA subway lines in one day, taking over 10 hours.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Tunneling, construction is underway for Ontario Line transit project | CBC News

Premier Doug Ford stated, 'If we don't act now, too many people are wasting time in traffic,' highlighting the necessity of the Ontario Line for alleviating congestion in Toronto.
Canada news
London food
fromianVisits
3 days ago

California Dreaming: Belmont station revamp ahead of plans to double train services

Upgrades to Belmont station aim to double train services by 2027, enhancing accessibility and infrastructure for residents and visitors.
California
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
Brooklyn
fromBusline News
3 days ago

Sign Of The Times: Improving The Rider Experience Continues At Cincinnati Metro - Busline News

Cincinnati Metro is replacing 3,700 bus stop signs to enhance rider experience and modernize transit communication over the next 24 months.
Environment
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Feds will require data centers to show their power bills | TechCrunch

The Energy Information Agency will require data centers to disclose their energy use details nationwide.
#public-transit
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

Golden Gate Transit will cut service to Spencer Avenue bus pads, creating a transit desert in a previously transit-rich area.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Public health

Whether you use it or not, better public transit makes your commute better

Investing in public transit can reduce car trips by 5–10%, sharply lowering congestion, commute times, stress, health issues, and overall commuter costs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

Golden Gate Transit will cut service to Spencer Avenue bus pads, creating a transit desert in a previously transit-rich area.
#commuting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago
Remote teams

Affordable housing is to blame for your long and costly commute

Increased average commute times in the U.S. are impacting personal time and are approaching pre-pandemic levels.
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago
San Francisco

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
Silicon Valley
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Elon Musk Says He Could Definitely Build a Public Transit System Better Than Anything In China If He Tried

Elon Musk claims the Boring Company could build a Hyperloop tunnel from SF to LA for less than 5% of California's high-speed rail cost.
fromDocumented
3 days ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

The NYC Parking Permit for People with Disabilities (NYC PPPD) is issued to individuals with permanent disabilities that significantly limit mobility, allowing on-street parking throughout New York City, including in certain 'No Parking' zones.
New York City
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Bay Area transit agencies are seeing ridership climb as gas prices rise, weather improves

Bay Area transit agencies are experiencing a significant increase in ridership, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
5 days ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
#mta
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

The MTA just announced major accessibility improvements are coming to 11 subway lines this spring

Elevator upgrades across 11 subway lines aim to improve accessibility, but will cause temporary outages during the replacement process.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

MTA will bring modern fare gates to more subway entrances, board says

MTA will install modern fare gates at every entrance of 20 stations by year-end to reduce fare evasion and improve accessibility.
Austin
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
#public-transportation
fromGothamist
6 days ago
New York City

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
DC food
fromStreetsblog USA
3 weeks ago

How DC's Mayor and Council Chair Thwarted Every Effort to Better Its Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

DC Streetcar's failures stem from political interference and inadequate planning, leading to a short, ineffective route.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

MTA Insiders Give Talk on the IBX at the Transit Museum

The proposed 14-mile light rail route will connect Brooklyn and Queens, featuring 19 stations and integrating with existing transit options.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Trump Wants to Slash Federal Funding for Public Transit, Rail (Again) - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration proposes significant cuts to federal transportation funding, impacting public transit and passenger rail programs, unless Congress intervenes.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
Washington DC
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

D.C. pushes single-stair apartments higher with added safety rules

D.C. Council advances One Front Door Act to allow taller single-stair residential buildings, aiming to reduce housing costs and increase supply.
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
2 weeks ago

Rebuilding Place in the Urban Space

Siloed transit planning hinders effective connections between projects like IBX and Penn Station Access, limiting regional transit network potential.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

L.A. Metro approves major rail route expansion into West Hollywood after last-minute deal

Metro's board approved a new rail line extension from South L.A. to West Hollywood, aiming to enhance mass transit and ridership.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

America's Fastest Trains Are Here-but Rail Experts Say High-speed Travel Is Still Years Away

True high-speed rail in the U.S. is still years away despite recent advancements and public support. Rail experts emphasize that actual high-speed rail requires dedicated infrastructure and faster trains, similar to systems in Europe and Asia.
Alternative transportation
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

L.A. County rail boom: What trains are coming and when

Backers of the K Line extension view it as a crucial component of Metro's strategy to provide a connected transit system, which is essential for residents who depend on public transportation.
Los Angeles
New York City
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

PATH Commute From Jersey City to WTC Back on Track After Terminal Fix

PATH service between Journal Square and World Trade Center resumed normal operations after mechanical issues were resolved.
US news
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Portal North Bridge opening next week means full, faster service for N.J. commuters

Portal North Bridge opens for passenger service next week, enabling faster train travel between New York and New Jersey with improved reliability and reduced commute times.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
4 weeks ago

Opinion: Hochul Must Rescue New York Transit Riders From a Wider Cross Bronx Expressway

The governor must prioritize reducing vehicle miles traveled and improving public transit options for New Yorkers.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Advocates Get D.C. Mayor To Release Buried Report On The Potential Benefits Of Congestion Pricing - Streetsblog USA

Washington D.C.'s delayed congestion pricing report projects 11% traffic reduction, 30% transit increase, and $667 million in revenue, yet Mayor Bowser refuses implementation despite legal mandate to release findings.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Trump could transform transit in NYC with Penn Station and Sunnyside Yard plans

Trump administration's infrastructure initiatives create unprecedented opportunity for NYC's largest commuter rail expansion in a century, including through-running connections and a major new hub in Sunnyside, Queens.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

What Caused the D.C. Sewer Disaster

A major sewer pipe collapse in Washington, D.C. caused one of the worst raw-sewage spills in U.S. history, potentially linked to a design flaw from the 1960s involving boulder fill that may affect other sections of the pipeline.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Opinion: The Federal Railroad Administration's Proposed Amtrak Restructuring is Worth Considering - Streetsblog USA

While dozens of other countries have delivered fast, modern train networks, we are stuck with a skeletal system built largely on slow, 19th-century alignments. Even developing nations are passing us by. There is growing recognition at the federal level that things need to change, but substantial and comprehensive reform would require an act of Congress.
Alternative transportation
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

The Broken Sewer Line That Filled The Potomac River With Poop Has Been Repaired. What Happens Next? - Washingtonian

After 55 days of construction, which involved enough gravel to cover four football fields and enough fuel to power a dozen homes for a whole year, the pipe is once again funneling sewage from Fairfax and Loudoun Counties to the Blue Plains Advanced Water Treatment Plant in Southwest DC.
Washington DC
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

MTA to replace aging trains in NYC subway system

The MTA is replacing aging trains that have been running since the 1980s. More than 2,300 subway cars will be purchased, replacing nearly a third of the current subway fleet.
New York City
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Letter to Mamdani From Maryland: Free Buses Are Working Great - Streetsblog New York City

Montgomery County's fare-free bus program increased ridership slightly, reduced fare-collection costs, and produced no major negative effects with minimal fiscal impact.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

Number Go Up: Check out Our Gallery of DC Area Gas Prices - Washingtonian

According to AAA, the average regular gas price as of March 16 is $3.72 per gallon-up $0.24 from a week ago, and nearly $0.79 from this time last year. CNN reports that the 26.9 percent gain in US gas prices over the past month is the largest monthly increase since Hurricane Katrina.
Washington DC
Science
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Seattle just built the world's first light rail on a floating bridge

A light rail will run on a floating Lake Washington bridge, using track-bridge structures and bearings to accommodate movement while keeping tracks aligned.
fromForbes
1 month ago

Transit-Oriented Housing On Track For Continued Growth

Once a nice-to-have niche urban design concept, TOD has become an essential part of many urban neighborhoods. It has helped address the shortage of housing by enabling the development of higher-density residential communities near transit stations. It has helped revitalize countless once-deteriorating or static urban enclaves near transit hubs by activating sidewalks near the developments. And it has spurred walking and transit use, enabling residents of TODs to reduce or eliminate automobile dependency.
Real estate
Relationships
fromWashington Monthly
2 months ago

The Shrinking Space Between Home and Work

Reinvigorating third places is essential to restore social connection and civic life amid dramatic declines in visits to parks, libraries, and local gathering spots.
#bicycle-infrastructure
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

TRAIN IN VAIN: Amtrak Pulls Plug On Metro-North Expansion - Streetsblog Empire State

Amtrak will restore Empire Service between Penn Station and Joseph L. Bruno Station in early March and denied Metro-North permission to add the Hudson Line to Albany.
US news
fromSustainable Bus
2 months ago

HRT expands on-demand transit services with Via in Hampton Roads, Virginia (USA) - Sustainable Bus

HRT expanded its app-based OnDemand microtransit to Chesapeake and Hampton, extended Newport News service, operating through October 2026 with $2 fares and free launch rides.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California county considers adopting costliest transit ride in the state

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System faces a roughly $500 million funding gap over the next four years, but it's not due to diminishing services. Regional riders are enthusiastic about the transit system - it has one of the fastest growing riderships in the country and ranks third for the number of passenger trips and passenger miles in California. However, like other major transit agencies such as BART, the MTS kept things moving after the pandemic through one-time emergency funds from federal and state subsidies.
California
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

Clipper 2.0 off to a rocky start

The Clipper system serves BART, AC Transit, and 22 other Bay Area transit systems, with more than 1.2 million cards in use in December 2025, the last month for which Clipper data is available. Since the Clipper Card upgrade rolled out on December 10, users have been venting to The Oaklandside. Some people have said they've been unable to access the digital cash balance they had before the upgrade; others have said their cards became inoperable or they had difficulty adding money to them.
East Bay (California)
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Eglinton Crosstown LRT faces first rush-hour test today | CBC

Eglinton Crosstown Line 5 begins gradual service after years of delays, running 6 a.m.–11 p.m. with peak trains every four minutes 45 seconds.
Real estate
fromConsequence
2 months ago

New Sphere to Be Built at National Harbor Near Washington, DC

Sphere Entertainment plans a 6,000-seat National Harbor Sphere near Washington, DC featuring LED Exosphere, 16K×16K interior display, immersive sound, haptic seats, and 4D effects.
Washington DC
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

Washington, D.C. : No BEAD funds for you

Washington, D.C. received no BEAD Program funding due to inflated costs, spurious locations, and a 90% bid reduction that raised questions about actual broadband needs.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | President Trump's transportation policy idiocy | amNewYork

The administration is prioritizing car travel over traffic safety by blocking use of federal grants for automated speed cameras and bike/pedestrian infrastructure.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Op-Ed: Include Automated Metro as Option in Geary Subway Planning - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's Geary/19th Ave Subway study may overlook automated light metro as a cost-effective alternative by prioritizing regional connectivity requiring expensive conventional trains.
Public health
fromBloomberg.com
2 months ago

New York City's Worst Highways Can Lead Somewhere Better

Residents of Los Sures face ongoing harmful noise and air pollution from the Roebling Street onramp that burdens playgrounds and public spaces.
Real estate
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Op/Ed: More Questions About San Diego's Airport-Downtown People Mover, Answered - Streetsblog California

Blue and Green Lines require 5-minute frequencies to provide sufficient capacity for projected population and job growth where train lengthening is impossible.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Coming soon: L.A. Metro stops that connect downtown to Beverly Hills, Miracle Mile

Metro opens three new Purple Line stations connecting downtown Los Angeles to Beverly Hills on May 8, marking the first phase of a rail extension project beneath Wilshire Boulevard.
US politics
fromwww.njspotlightnews.org
1 month ago

Gateway is a pain - for now. Here's how it will make your life better

The new Portal Bridge will eliminate a key bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor and advance Amtrak's $16 billion Gateway project despite funding disputes delaying completion.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

When The Suburbs Want To Opt Out of Funding Regional Transit - Streetsblog USA

A vote six years in the making that would decimate the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system might soon be called off, potentially averting a major funding crisis for the agency - though advocates say there's more work to be done to make sure every DFW resident has the mass mobility options they deserve. Since the beginning of the decade, a handful of wealthy, sprawling suburban cities in the greater Dallas metro have been fighting
US politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Talking Headways Podcast: The Future of Transit - Streetsblog USA

This huge law that we've passed in 2021 - which Joe Biden said was the biggest law for public transit ever and was this enormous investment in inner city rail - ultimately panned out to have very minimal effects. There has been some increase in highway construction. But when it comes to transit investment, unfortunately the country is going in the wrong direction.
Alternative transportation
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Opinion: Transit Watchword Should Be Synergy, Not Scarcity - Streetsblog New York City

Fast, free buses and a 17% subway expansion are complementary transit strategies that should be coordinated, not framed as mutually exclusive.
Washington DC
fromSustainable Bus
2 months ago

New Flyer to supply further 100 Xcelsior hybrid and BEV buses to Washington Metro - Sustainable Bus

Metro ordered 100 New Flyer buses: 75 Xcelsior 40-foot hybrid-electric and 25 Xcelsior CHARGE NG 40-foot battery-electric to replace legacy fleet.
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