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NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
10 hours ago

Amtrak Won't Make Key Trump Penn Station Documents Public - Streetsblog New York City

Amtrak refuses to release key document for Penn Station project, raising concerns about transparency and potential costs for New York.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Drawing a line: As Amtrak brings Metro-North track access fight to court, MTA calls claim of passenger service cutbacks a distraction' | amNewYork

Amtrak plans to cut passenger service due to access issues with MTA's Bronx tracks affecting the Penn Access project.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
10 hours ago

Amtrak Won't Make Key Trump Penn Station Documents Public - Streetsblog New York City

Amtrak refuses to release key document for Penn Station project, raising concerns about transparency and potential costs for New York.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Drawing a line: As Amtrak brings Metro-North track access fight to court, MTA calls claim of passenger service cutbacks a distraction' | amNewYork

Amtrak plans to cut passenger service due to access issues with MTA's Bronx tracks affecting the Penn Access project.
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Vietnam, Transerco deploys total 119 electric buses across Hanoi as 56 new units enter service - Sustainable Bus

The deployment marks the initial phase of Transerco's 2026 program for transitioning to electric vehicles across its network, with 56 medium-capacity battery-electric buses introduced on specific routes.
Alternative transportation
#world-cup
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Transit officials warn NY, NJ commuters to work from home during World Cup as rideshares put on notice

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup to avoid severe travel disruptions.
NYC parents
fromThe US Sun
1 day ago

New York-New Jersey commuters given World Cup message amid Penn Station fears

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup due to expected congestion at Penn Station.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Transit officials warn NY, NJ commuters to work from home during World Cup as rideshares put on notice

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup to avoid severe travel disruptions.
NYC parents
fromThe US Sun
1 day ago

New York-New Jersey commuters given World Cup message amid Penn Station fears

Commuters in New York and New Jersey are advised to work from home during the World Cup due to expected congestion at Penn Station.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Work from home to avoid World Cup commuter chaos in NYC, transit officials warn

Transit officials urge avoiding commuting into the city during the World Cup due to expected congestion and strain on public transit.
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

The Week in Short Video: Sponsor Streetsblog L.A.'s Great Commuter Race! - Streetsblog California

The D Line Dash event is a train v. bike v. car race from Beverly Hills to Downtown Los Angeles, starting at La Cienega/Wilshire Station, coinciding with the Metro D Line Subway opening.
Los Angeles
California
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Police seeing an increase in e-bike violations

Palo Alto police report increased traffic law violations by student e-bike riders, prompting discussions on safety measures and education.
#london-underground
London
fromianVisits
5 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London Underground drivers are striking against imposed changes to their work conditions, impacting the economy and public transport services.
fromianVisits
1 week ago
London

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces potential disruptions due to strikes and ongoing issues with passenger safety and service upgrades.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
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London's weekly railway news

Multiple incidents and operational changes across London's rail network are causing significant service disruptions, safety concerns, and debates over signage, rolling stock and policing.
London
fromianVisits
5 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London Underground drivers are striking against imposed changes to their work conditions, impacting the economy and public transport services.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

Tube strike LIVE: London Underground hit by major disruption as second RMT walkout begins

A second 24-hour strike by RMT members has caused significant disruption to the London Underground.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Second Tube strike to impact London from midday

London Underground drivers' strike disrupts travel due to disputes over working hours and safety concerns.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces potential disruptions due to strikes and ongoing issues with passenger safety and service upgrades.
Media industry
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Train Tubers: a Talk with the YouTube's Transit Warriors - Streetsblog San Francisco

California's high-speed rail project faces delays, and urbanist creators emphasize the need for broader audience engagement in transit advocacy.
#public-transit
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Keep New York Moving: Antonio Reynoso's Six-Point Plan for Transit That Matches Our Reality - Streetsblog New York City

Public transit funding must be prioritized to address New York City's transportation and equity issues.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Tube strike disruption continues into fourth day amid RMT walkout

Nick Dent, Director of Customer Operations for London Underground, stated: 'We urge the RMT to call off this strike... we expect significant disruption to continue into Friday and the level of service we can provide will vary across lines, so customers should continue to check before they travel for the remainder of this week.'
London politics
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
15 hours ago

Buses on a main Brooklyn street average just 4 mph. Here's how NYC wants to fix it.

Buses in Brooklyn will receive dedicated lanes to improve speed and service for 130,000 daily riders by Fall 2026.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Leaving the Station: TriMet Retires Its Oldest MAX Trains - Portland Mercury

TriMet's oldest MAX Type 1 trains are being retired after nearly 40 years of service due to maintenance and accessibility issues.
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

How Intercity Bus Lines Are Rebranding To Attract New Riders - Streetsblog USA

"Engaging people around the idea that bus travel is an attractive lifestyle choice is making a world of difference," says Brian Antolin, CEO of Metrolane. "States have the flexibility to use federal funds for high-quality marketing, which is making possible their big push for new riders."
Alternative transportation
New York City
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'These things confuse me' - Internal emails reveal outgoing MetroLink chief's frustrations with red tape

Seán Sweeney resigned as MetroLink programme director due to personal reasons and frustration with project bureaucracy.
Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
4 days ago

Dodger Stadium Metro express makes change to route

Dodger Stadium Express offers free transportation to games, accessible from Union Station and South Bay stations, with service details for 2026.
#g-train
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
17 hours ago

MTA G train subway service may shut down summer weekends, angering Brooklyn residents

Residents oppose MTA's proposal to suspend G train service for nine weekends, citing its importance to the community.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

G'-eepers creepers! More service disruptions coming to G train this summer and fall, local pols say | amNewYork

G train riders should prepare for multiple service disruptions, including every weekend in June, impacting local businesses and community connections.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Hipster NYC straphangers fear third straight summer of hell on G train: 'Here we are again'

G train service shutdowns are planned for weekends in June, August, and May, impacting commuters and local businesses in Brooklyn and Queens.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Service changes coming to G train this month as MTA modernizes crosstown signals

G train service changes include shuttle buses and signal modernization work affecting commutes in Brooklyn and Queens.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
17 hours ago

MTA G train subway service may shut down summer weekends, angering Brooklyn residents

Residents oppose MTA's proposal to suspend G train service for nine weekends, citing its importance to the community.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

G'-eepers creepers! More service disruptions coming to G train this summer and fall, local pols say | amNewYork

G train riders should prepare for multiple service disruptions, including every weekend in June, impacting local businesses and community connections.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Hipster NYC straphangers fear third straight summer of hell on G train: 'Here we are again'

G train service shutdowns are planned for weekends in June, August, and May, impacting commuters and local businesses in Brooklyn and Queens.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Service changes coming to G train this month as MTA modernizes crosstown signals

G train service changes include shuttle buses and signal modernization work affecting commutes in Brooklyn and Queens.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

TTC ridership is down and customer satisfaction is too, a new report suggests | CBC News

Customer satisfaction with the TTC has dropped to 64%, significantly below targets, prompting calls for a concrete improvement plan.
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week 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
3 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
1 week ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week 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
3 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.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: the train stations where your car is most likely to be clamped

Irish Rail took in more than €15m in parking fees from motorists, while also clamping nearly 4,300 cars at its stations over the last two years.
UK news
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
#transportation
fromGothamist
20 hours ago
Brooklyn

A new day on Flatbush Avenue: City begins work to speed up buses on traffic-choked street

New bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue aim to improve transit speed and reduce congestion for Brooklyn bus riders.
fromGothamist
1 month ago
Washington DC

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.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
20 hours ago

A new day on Flatbush Avenue: City begins work to speed up buses on traffic-choked street

New bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue aim to improve transit speed and reduce congestion for Brooklyn bus riders.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
1 month 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.
London food
fromianVisits
2 weeks 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.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Equipment problem on BART train in SF causing major delays, agency says

BART train delays are caused by an equipment problem, affecting service between 24th Street Mission and Embarcadero.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
18 hours ago

Work on Flatbush Avenue redesign in Brooklyn gets underway as Mamdani admin looks to make buses faster on five different lines | amNewYork

The Flatbush Avenue project aims to improve bus travel speed and pedestrian space through dedicated lanes and reconstruction efforts.
Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

London faces more disruption as second 24-hour tube strike begins

London commuters face two days of disruption due to a second tube strike over a proposed four-day work week.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Editorial | Choosing a Fare' deal over fantasy should be a transit no-brainer for the mayor | amNewYork

Fair Fares program offers significant transit discounts but has low enrollment; expansion could provide relief to more low-income New Yorkers.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week 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
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
16 hours ago

G train shutdown would 'devastate' small businesses in Greenpoint, locals say * Brooklyn Paper

G train shutdowns in Greenpoint will severely impact small businesses already struggling with tight margins.
London food
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including track improvements, timetable adjustments, and new services.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 weeks 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.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
5 days ago

Proposed IBX Will Dramatically Reduce Emissions, MTA Says

The MTA is engaging the public for the IBX light rail project, aiming to reduce vehicle miles and greenhouse gas emissions in Brooklyn and Queens.
London food
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

Over 8.6 million journeys made as contactless rail spreads across South East

The expansion of contactless travel tickets in the South East has recorded over 8.6 million journeys by February 2026.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Jamaica LIRR Station is getting a makeover, and transit officials want to hear from passengers | amNewYork

Planning stages for Jamaica Station redesign begin with public outreach for commuter feedback.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 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.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month 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
#london-transport
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month 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.
#go-transit
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

GO Trains running on modified schedule after problems persist near Union Station following day of delays | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

GO Trains running on modified schedule after problems persist near Union Station following day of delays | CBC News

London startup
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network faces safety concerns, infrastructure upgrades, service disruptions, and ongoing debates about major projects like HS2 and Euston station development.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
3 weeks 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.
Tech industry
fromBusline News
2 months ago

Scheidt & Bachmann Selected By Pittsburgh Regional Transit For Farebox Modernization - Busline News

Scheidt & Bachmann USA was selected by Pittsburgh Regional Transit to deliver a next-generation bus farebox system integrating new hardware and software.
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
California
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network advances with barcode ticket trials, Elizabeth line peak service increases, HS2 tunnelling progress, station upgrades, accessibility concerns, apprenticeships, and strike threats.
#london-underground-infrastructure
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network undergoes multiple infrastructure projects and service changes, including Piccadilly line train delays, Elizabeth line safety measures, Southeastern service restoration, and new route expansions across the region.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network undergoes multiple infrastructure projects and service changes, including Piccadilly line train delays, Elizabeth line safety measures, Southeastern service restoration, and new route expansions across the region.
London
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Could rising contactless fares push commuters back to season tickets?

London tube contactless fares rise 6% while season tickets freeze; switching depends on travel frequency and patterns.
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