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Jan 20, 2023

Update: MARC Train Service Partially Restored After Communications Outage

All trains between Washington and Baltimore were canceled due to a “system wide outage.”

Dec 16, 2022

Metro’s Buses Won’t Ghost You Anymore, Transit Agency Says

WMATA has upgraded its technology to remove out-of-service buses from the real-time ETA website riders use to plan their trips.

Nov 10, 2022

Loudoun County Transit Workers Authorize Strike That Would Potentially Impact New Silver Line Access

Union members at Loudoun County Transit say the private contractor that employs them hasn’t adequately staffed in preparation for the opening of the Silver Line.

Feb 09, 2022

‘Metro Needs To Do Better’: Congress Challenges WMATA On Safety, 7000-Series Train Problems

Metro Inspector General says mechanics treated faulty wheels as a warranty issue, not a safety issue.

Sep 02, 2021

Federal Officials Again Pause Review Of Maglev High-Speed Train Between D.C. And Baltimore

It is the second time in two years that the FRA has paused analysis of the project.

Apr 08, 2021

Metro Board Debates Lowering Fares – Including A Max $2 Fare In D.C. – To Attract Riders Post-Pandemic

The board also approved a service plan that will keep about 80-85% of pre-pandemic service.

Dec 31, 2020

No Late-Night Metro Service, Ride Hail Promotions This New Year’s

A recent regional surge in COVID-19 cases has seen many jurisdictions encouraging locals to stay home.

Dec 21, 2020

Metro To Get Hundreds Of Millions In Federal Funding, Avoid Some Service Cuts

Metro could see up to $800 million in federal relief, which could keep trains running on weekends and other service improvements.

Oct 28, 2020

Maryland Congressional Delegation Presses Hogan To “Find A Path Forward” On Purple Line

In a letter to the Republican governor, the members wrote, “We are writing today to express our deep concern about the future of the Purple Line project.”

Oct 13, 2020

A New Type Of Bus Service Is Launching In Montgomery County This Week

Bus Rapid Transit is a higher-quality bus service that has features that speed up trips, compared to regular buses.

 
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