The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) launches a new MARC train student fare program. Also, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) holds off on issuing new debt before November 2026; and Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) launches an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting service.
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) on Jan. 21 released its $22.1 billion Final Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2026 to 2031.
TriMet reduces administrative staff to help address the agency’s ongoing budget gap. Also, Purple Line vehicles arrive in New Carrollton, Md.
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) releases an updated regional transit plan. Also, a recent customer service survey highlights security progress across Valley Metro’s Phoenix, Ariz.-based system; and Southern California’s Metrolink and Chicagoland’s Metra commuter railroads are rolling out holiday trains.
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) will modernize its entire fare collection system. Also, Tri-Rail will end $5 rideshare voucher program; DC Streetcar service will end on March 31, 2026; the Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) restricts advertisements on train windows; the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) launches a new transit incentive to encourage Baltimore-area commuters to try transit; the Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) invests $1 million in its safety and security program; the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANYNJ) PATH commuter rail achieves its second-busiest month since the pandemic; and TransLink celebrates 30 years of the West Coast Express.
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) and the San Diego Housing Fund partner to deliver transit-oriented affordable housing in East Village. Also, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) will provide free MARC service to federal workers during the federal government shutdown; the Réseau express métropolitain’s (REM) Deux-Montagnes branch will begin service on Nov. 17; and Metrolinx enters into an Agreement-in-Principle to purchase a portion of track owned by CN between Bramalea and Georgetown GO stations.
Following unanimous approval from the Board of Public Works last week, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) announced Oct. 9 that it will begin construction to expand and modernize the MARC train storage facilities at the Martin Maintenance Yard in Baltimore County.
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) marks its anniversary with rides on 1920s-era vintage rapid transit cars. Also, Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) launches a mobile safety app for riders; and the Transit-Friendly Employer program at Metro Vancouver’s TransLink reaches a milestone.
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) releases its $21.5 billion draft six-year capital budget. Also, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) unveils its Cab Cam series, showcasing the agency’s entire system in 4K; Denver Regional Transportation District’s (RTD) transit police uses virtual reality technology to build upon real world technical skills; Caltrain installs digital displays at South Santa Clara County stations; and Gatekeeper announces a C$27 million Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) transit video project with New York Metropolitan Authority’s (MTA) Long Island Rail Road (LIRR).
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) launches a new public awareness campaign. Also, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) becomes the Bay Area’s first Tap and Ride system; the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) renews its contract with retirement services provider Empower; and Nova Scotia seeks to study the potential of passenger rail in the Halifax area.
