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New York City
fromNew York Daily News
6 hours ago

MTA operator bloodied in scrap with sleeping Bronx straphanger: cops

A subway operator was injured after being attacked by a sleeping passenger at a Bronx station, leading to a physical confrontation.
#toronto-transit-commission
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 hours ago
Canada news

TTC extending hours, adding trains to Eglinton Crosstown LRT as part of next rollout phase | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago
Canada news

TTC has higher costs and less riders than in 2019. Winning them back won't fix financial woes, staff warn | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 hours ago

TTC extending hours, adding trains to Eglinton Crosstown LRT as part of next rollout phase | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission is extending Eglinton Crosstown LRT service hours and adding trains to improve reliability and efficiency.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

TTC has higher costs and less riders than in 2019. Winning them back won't fix financial woes, staff warn | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission faces declining ridership, increased costs, and reduced revenue, leading to a projected budget shortfall of half a billion dollars by 2027.
UK politics
fromIndependent
23 hours ago

Metrolink officials rushed to reassure investors as project director Sean Sweeney headed for early exit

Ireland is serious about building a metro for Dublin, but faces challenges in gaining firm support.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Clipper Developer Says It Will Resolve Chaos From Disastrous 2.0 Rollout By May 30

"All of these different ingredients need to be baked into the Clipper cake," said spokesman John Goodwin with the MTC, speaking to KGO. "It's a really, really complicated recipe."
San Francisco
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
#mta
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

TWU's 2-person subway train crew bill would derail progress, good government and business groups tell state pols | amNewYork

State legislative leaders should oppose the TWU's push for two-person crews on subway lines to allow MTA to implement one-person train operation.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

NYC Transit boss Crichlow lambasts transit union-backed effort to maintain two-person train crews | amNewYork

New York City
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

The MTA just launched a new app that promises faster, safer commutes. Does it deliver?

The rebuilt MTA app enhances real-time tracking, station navigation, and accessibility for subway and bus riders in New York.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

TWU's 2-person subway train crew bill would derail progress, good government and business groups tell state pols | amNewYork

State legislative leaders should oppose the TWU's push for two-person crews on subway lines to allow MTA to implement one-person train operation.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

NYC Transit boss Crichlow lambasts transit union-backed effort to maintain two-person train crews | amNewYork

New York City
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

The MTA just launched a new app that promises faster, safer commutes. Does it deliver?

The rebuilt MTA app enhances real-time tracking, station navigation, and accessibility for subway and bus riders in New York.
Austin
fromPadailypost
2 days 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.
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
2 days 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.
#high-speed-rail
#tsa
US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
US politics
fromFast Company
6 days ago

TSA pay is back today-but here's why airport lines could still be slow

TSA workers will receive paychecks after an executive order, but airport lines may remain affected due to ongoing issues from the government shutdown.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Metrolink's 550k boss Sean Sweeney quits in fresh blow to transport project

Mr. Sweeney departs from MetroLink due to personal reasons after two years, prompting an international search for his replacement.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

L.A. Metro confirms it was hacked. Weeks later, it's still getting systems back online

L.A. Metro shut down parts of its network due to detected hacking activity, while maintaining uninterrupted transit services.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Red Luas line and Dart services partially suspended over Easter weekend

Red line services will be partially suspended between the Red Cow and Tallaght/Saggart on Saturday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday due to engineering works. Trams will operate between The Point/Connolly and the Red Cow, with replacement bus services running every 15 minutes in affected areas.
London food
Higher education
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Newly qualified paramedics told to apply for jobs abroad due to hire freeze

Newly qualified paramedics in Wales are advised to seek jobs abroad due to a recruitment freeze.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week 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.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

OC Transpo hires former TTC boss as new general manager | CBC News

Rick Leary is appointed as OC Transpo's new general manager, focusing on restoring full service to Line 1 of the LRT.
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Caltrain to close stations if transit tax doesn't pass

"Caltrain and BART would very likely be looking at shutting down passenger service," Deputy Director of Policy Development Melissa Jones said. "In that case, the agencies would be focused on maintenance, trying to secure our assets, keep everything safe while we regroup for the future."
San Francisco
#transportation
fromGothamist
1 week 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.
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Friday Video: A Master List of All The Reasons Why Car Domination Sucks - Streetsblog USA

Resisting mass forced car dependency is crucial due to the numerous harms of automobility.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
1 week 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.
fromMoneywise
2 days ago

With gas prices spiking, you now have a new reason to ask your boss to work from home

If the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, I'll be happy if they only stayed at $4 a gallon. This situation is bound to impact budgets for commuters significantly.
Remote teams
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

The Ford government wants the power to set transit fares in Ontario | CBC News

The Ontario government proposes to regulate transit fares to create a unified fare structure across the province.
New York City
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
Healthcare
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

AC Transit delays healthcare switch as unions push back

AC Transit plans to change health insurance providers, prompting strong opposition from bus drivers and unions over lack of negotiation.
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days 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
4 days 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.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Less than two weeks into the job, Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann was grilled by politicians over the reliability of its service

Billy Hann aims to improve Dublin Bus services through structural changes informed by his aviation background.
#tfl
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
#transit-funding
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago
NYC politics

Tuesday's Headlines: 'A Man, A Lander, A Plan Transit' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Federal funding for transit should be increased to 50% to better support public transportation over highways.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's Funding Freeze Has Derailed Transit, Undermining Growth and Economic Opportunity For All Americans: Report - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration has not signed any new transit rail contracts under the Capital Investment Grant program, causing state and local rail funding to drop to its lowest level in 15 years.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's Funding Freeze Has Derailed Transit, Undermining Growth and Economic Opportunity For All Americans: Report - Streetsblog USA

US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid

Airports report shorter wait times, but LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours amid ongoing government shutdown.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility

A 12-year-old boy, Emmet Zodrow, was critically injured by a car driven by an elderly woman who confused the brake and gas pedals.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days 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.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week 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.
New York City
fromHoodline
5 days 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 week 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
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Ontario proposing to dramatically increase fines for fare evasions on GO Transit | CBC News

Ontario is increasing fines for fare evasion on GO Transit and implementing measures to streamline transit and housing development.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

London's bus workers and Tube drivers could strike on the same day

London faces potential widespread travel disruption as bus and Tube workers may strike simultaneously in April, May, and June over working hours and roster disputes.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

New York Transit Museum workers unionize in unanimous vote as they seek better wages, job security | amNewYork

New York Transit Museum workers formed the Transit Museum Collective union for better wages and job security, achieving unanimous support in their vote.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Metro bus, workers trapped amid one of three raucous L.A. street takeovers within 24 hours

A street takeover in Harbor Gateway involved a crowd preventing a Metro bus from moving, prompting police intervention and increased enforcement measures.
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
1 week ago

Officials urge people to take transit or work from home to avoid World Cup congestion

Toronto is implementing a comprehensive transportation plan for the World Cup to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement of crowds.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Transit Museum Staff File to Unionize in Downtown Brooklyn

Approximately 40 New York Transit Museum front-line staff filed for a union election with the NLRB, seeking to join AFSCME Cultural Workers United after publicly announcing their organizing campaign in February.
SF politics
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The TSA staff shortage is dragging on at U.S. airports. Some experts say privatization is the solution

Private security contractors at some U.S. airports maintain continuous operations during government shutdowns because their federal contracts ensure uninterrupted funding, unlike TSA-staffed airports that face disruptions.
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.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

UCLA Study Shows How Ambiguous Definition of 'Major Transit Stop' Creates Wiggle Room for Municipalities - Streetsblog California

UCLA's research indicates that if the area surrounding a transit stop is included in the definition, it could add more than 1.3 million acres of land statewide where housing bonuses would apply, nearly tripling the amount of land currently eligible.
Alternative transportation
London politics
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Tube strikes for next week have been cancelled - but the future strikes are still on

Next week's London tube strikes are cancelled, but further strikes remain scheduled for April and May unless negotiations resolve disputes over working hours and conditions.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks 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
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York's congestion pricing program drove a 7.7% increase in subway ridership to 1.3 billion rides in its first year, with over 90 million additional trips compared to the previous year.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

MTA's Lieber Asks City to Put More Cops on Bus Lane Enforcement - Streetsblog New York City

The MTA Chairman requests increased NYPD traffic enforcement agents to clear bus lanes at chronic bottleneck locations, as bus-mounted cameras alone cannot physically remove illegally parked vehicles or enforce against exempt emergency and municipal vehicles.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Transit workers union sues MTA over rule eliminating requirement for staffed token booths

The Transport Workers Union sued the MTA over a January policy allowing unstaffed subway token booths when agents are absent, arguing it endangers public safety and harms disabled riders.
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
California
fromPadailypost
1 month 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.
#public-transit
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NY lawmakers, transit union makes fresh push to enshrine 2-person subway crews

Transport Workers Union Local 100 is pushing state legislation to require two-person crews on NYC subway trains, citing safety and passenger assistance benefits, despite cost-saving pressure and prior gubernatorial veto.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Action urged over violence against transport staff

Nearly 10,500 cases of workplace violence against London transport staff were recorded annually, causing serious injuries including broken bones and noses, with many incidents unreported.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Mayor spends 20m to encourage more bus trips

London's mayor allocates £20 million to boost bus ridership through fare innovation, including reduced and free fares, addressing declining passenger numbers and sluggish bus speeds.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Free MBTA bus program extended - for now

Three MBTA bus routes in Mattapan, Dorchester, and Roxbury will remain fare-free through June while long-term funding remains undecided.
New York City
fromBond Buyer
3 weeks ago

MTA capital cost savings may be example for other agencies

The MTA's Construction & Development Department achieved $1.2 billion in cost savings during 2025, bringing total savings to $3 billion from 2020-2024, demonstrating cost management strategies applicable to other transit agencies nationwide.
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
US news
fromNewsday
1 month ago

Musings: LIRR workers, I thank you

LIRR workers kept trains running with minimal delays, repaired over 1,000 feet of broken rail overnight, and deserve a fair contract to prevent a strike.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

Evolution: the practical path to autonomous buses - Sustainable Bus

It's tempting to frame autonomous driving as a single leap. In public transport, adoption tends to be incremental - because the system is built for reliability, and new capabilities have to fit into daily operations without disrupting service. That is why a practical strategy is evolution, not revolution: introduce autonomy in a defined domain, learn safely in real operations, and expand capability step-by-step.
Artificial intelligence
Digital life
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

Stuck in a London Traffic Jam - How to Stay Chill

London drivers lost 91 hours to traffic, 10‑km trips average over 33 minutes; commuters cope with mobile gaming, music, podcasts, language apps, and phone calls.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Want more people to use public transit? Make it safer

Perceived and actual safety concerns, plus infrastructure gaps, drive people away from cycling and transit toward personal cars; safe-systems measures including enforcement are needed.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

All truckers and bus drivers will be required to take commercial driver's license tests in English

All truckers and pass drivers will have to take their commercial driver's license tests in English as the Trump administration expands its aggressive campaign to improve safety in the industry and get unqualified drivers off the road. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the latest effort Friday to ensure that drivers understand English well enough to read road signs and communicate with law enforcement officers. Florida already started administering its tests in English.
US politics
Environment
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

A 'Demographic Time Bomb' Is About To Go Off - And the Transportation Sector Isn't Ready - Streetsblog USA

Aging Baby Boomers will rapidly reduce driving, requiring fast adoption of inclusive, sustainable mobility to prevent climate and transportation crises.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

BART considers layoffs, station closures, reduced services, to balance budget deficit

The agency is facing an annual deficit of nearly $400 million, with ridership levels decreasing since the COVID-19 pandemic and remote work trends. The agency presented the worst-case scenarios. Phase 1 in Jan of 2027 would include closing the 10 stations with the lowest ridership. During Phase 2 in July of 2027, up to 15 stations could shut down with a 50% fare increase. Train service would stop altogether under Phase 3.
US news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Calls to withdraw fresh floating bus stop guidance

The design, which has a cycle lane between the stop and the kerb, is intended to allow bus passengers to get on and off safely while cyclists continue moving. Sarah Gayton, street access campaign co-ordinator at the National Federation of the Blind of the UK, said: "It does not address the concerns that blind and visually impaired people have and it's totally insulting to think that we'll accept this."
UK politics
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
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

No single magic bullet' will fix Toronto's gridlock, new congestion officer says | CBC News

There's no one solution to fix the city's gridlock, Toronto's new chief congestion officer says as he finishes up his first week on the job. Andrew Posluns sat down with CBC Toronto on Friday to discuss the freshly created role, noting there's no magic bullet that will address the city's congestion. There are a lot of factors that feed into congestion, he said. We need to do everything we can in order to be able to mitigate and address the congestion challenges that arise.
Canada news
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Passenger Rail Is Headed for a Reckoning - and the First 90 Days of 2026 Will Decide It - Streetsblog USA

Let's start with the biggest issue on the horizon: the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern. Yes, the ultimate decision is about a year away. But sides are lining up for and against, and right now, the Surface Transportation Board, which is colloquially known as STB -- the railroads' economic regulator -- is considering the details of how the rules governing that decision will be applied.
US politics
US politics
fromFox News
1 month ago

Transit funding hits record highs as ridership languishes, new report questions return on billions

Federal transit funding has risen to record highs while bus and rail commuting has fallen to about 3.8% of workers, revealing allocation and effectiveness gaps.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Go train service on special schedule for Wednesday morning commute | CBC News

GO Transit is running a special reduced schedule Wednesday morning with many lines on 60-minute service while recovery continues at Union Station.
US politics
fromBusline News
2 months ago

Editor's Note January/February 2026 - Busline News

UMA's 2026 Bus & Motorcoach Industry Legislative Fly-In April 15–16 enables operators to meet members of Congress and advocate on federal and state transportation issues.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | It's time to bring updated transit to Harlem | amNewYork

Residents of East Harlem's El Barrio have waited 80+ years for the Second Avenue Subway. The Trump administration could force them to wait even longer as it withholds federal funding for regional infrastructure projects over an alleged naming issue, no less. It's outrageous, it's unfair, and the MTA backed by Governor Hochul won't stand for it. We're at a pivotal moment for the project sixth months after awarding our largest-ever tunneling contract back in August.
US politics
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.
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