Boston.com39 minutes agoBostonDriver says GPS led him to drive Mustang onto Green Line tracksA Ford Mustang was towed from Green Line tracks after its driver followed GPS instructions leading him to turn too soon. [ more ]
Boston.com6 hours agoBostonFour MBTA employees fired in connection with investigation at Cabot YardFour MBTA employees were fired amid ongoing investigation into misconduct involving private vehicle work during hours. Ongoing investigations into misconduct at Cabot Yard lead to significant actions by MBTA. [ more ]
Boston.com10 hours agoBostonMan struck and killed by train in Everett, canceling commuter rail serviceA man was struck and killed by a train in Everett, causing service disruptions on the Newburyport and Rockport lines during peak hours. [ more ]
Boston.com1 day agoMiscellaneous'I'm excited': Riders share thoughts on new Green Line train modelThe MBTA showcases the Type 10 Green Line train mockup for public feedback on design improvements and accessibility features. [ more ]
Boston.com2 days agoBostonDon't forget: A big chunk of the Orange Line is closed this weekShuttle buses will replace Orange Line service between Oak Grove and North Station from October 28 to November 1. [ more ]
Boston.com5 days agoBoston10 MBTA employees on leave amid criminal investigation at South Boston yardMBTA investigates employees' misuse of resources for private vehicle work during hours, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations. [ more ]
Boston.com39 minutes agoBostonDriver says GPS led him to drive Mustang onto Green Line tracksA Ford Mustang was towed from Green Line tracks after its driver followed GPS instructions leading him to turn too soon. [ more ]
Boston.com6 hours agoBostonFour MBTA employees fired in connection with investigation at Cabot YardFour MBTA employees were fired amid ongoing investigation into misconduct involving private vehicle work during hours. Ongoing investigations into misconduct at Cabot Yard lead to significant actions by MBTA. [ more ]
Boston.com10 hours agoBostonMan struck and killed by train in Everett, canceling commuter rail serviceA man was struck and killed by a train in Everett, causing service disruptions on the Newburyport and Rockport lines during peak hours. [ more ]
Boston.com1 day agoMiscellaneous'I'm excited': Riders share thoughts on new Green Line train modelThe MBTA showcases the Type 10 Green Line train mockup for public feedback on design improvements and accessibility features. [ more ]
Boston.com2 days agoBostonDon't forget: A big chunk of the Orange Line is closed this weekShuttle buses will replace Orange Line service between Oak Grove and North Station from October 28 to November 1. [ more ]
Boston.com5 days agoBoston10 MBTA employees on leave amid criminal investigation at South Boston yardMBTA investigates employees' misuse of resources for private vehicle work during hours, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations. [ more ]
Boston.com10 months agoBostonTaking the T in Boston on New Year's Eve? Here's what to know.MBTA services will be available well past the countdown to midnight for New Year's Eve revelers.
Boston.com10 months agoBoston'Indescribably frustrating and disastrous': Here's how readers feel about the Green Line closuresReaders express frustration and disappointment with the MBTA during the Green Line closure Many readers report disruptions to their commutes and share negative experiences with the alternative routes [ more ]
Boston.com11 months agoBostonSparks fly at South Station after debris collides with wiresOverhead wires caused sparks at South Station in Boston, leading to a short delay in service. Debris falling and colliding with the overhead wires caused the incident. The incident caused about 10-minute delays and affected multiple train lines near South Station. [ more ]
The American Prospect11 months agoBostonEscaping Public-Transit QuagmiresBoston's transit system continues to struggle with budget shortfalls and poor service, while New York has made improvements. The Federal Transit Administration has proposed strengthening state safety oversight of rail transit projects. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has faced numerous safety failures and issues with newly opened light-rail lines. [ more ]
Boston.com11 months agoBostonRepairing the MBTA will cost $25 billion, according to new analysisThe MBTA needs nearly $25 billion to fix and replace its aging infrastructure, double the cost estimated in 2019. Years of underinvestment, inflation, and supply chain challenges have contributed to the hefty repair bill. The heavy rail system will be the most expensive to fix, followed by the Commuter Rail and light rail system. [ more ]
Boston.com11 months agoDigital lifeThe new MyCharlie site is here. We tried it out.The MBTA's new website for CharlieCards has some issues with the login process and confusing instructions. Users may mistakenly sign up instead of logging in, leading to incorrect password notifications. Creating a new account with the same email address can grant access to the old account on the new site. [ more ]