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#world-cup
Boston
fromDefector
20 hours ago

World Cup Transit Is Broken Before It Has Begun | Defector

NJ Transit plans to raise return ticket prices to over $100 for World Cup games, significantly increasing costs for fans.
Boston
fromDefector
20 hours ago

World Cup Transit Is Broken Before It Has Begun | Defector

NJ Transit plans to raise return ticket prices to over $100 for World Cup games, significantly increasing costs for fans.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.businessinsider.com
21 hours ago

Soccer fans spending hundreds on World Cup tickets have another problem: sky-high transit fares

FIFA World Cup fans face significantly higher transit costs to stadiums, with prices soaring up to eight times normal rates.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Expect Weird Traffic This Weekend as Section of I-80 In San Francisco Will Be Closed For Two Days

I-80 will be closed for 55 hours this weekend, causing significant traffic disruptions in San Francisco.
California
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

California weighs state-backed loans for downtown housing towers

California has enacted laws to increase housing density and affordability, particularly near public transit, aiming to revitalize urban areas post-pandemic.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

AC Transit, Muni, Caltrain Predict Service Collapse Without More Funding - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART and other transit agencies face severe service cuts without additional funding from Bay Area voters.
#mta
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Seeking a lift: Queens lawmaker urges MTA to equip more 7 train stations with elevators | amNewYork

MTA urged to install elevators at four inaccessible 7 train stations in Queens for better accessibility.
Marketing
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-ed | Why the MTA wants to hear from you this spring | amNewYork

MTA seeks rider feedback through the Spring Customers Count survey to improve the transit system.
Alternative transportation
fromQNS
5 days ago

Ariola, Brooks-Powers welcome station repairs at Rockaway Park-Beach 116th Street - QNS

MTA completed temporary repairs at Rockaway Park-Beach 116th Street station, restoring full access for riders.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Second Avenue Subway: MTA tells court it can't move forward with project unless East Harlem landlord lets them into building | amNewYork

MTA is suing a landlord for access to a building necessary for the Second Avenue Subway extension into East Harlem.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks 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.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks 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.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Seeking a lift: Queens lawmaker urges MTA to equip more 7 train stations with elevators | amNewYork

MTA urged to install elevators at four inaccessible 7 train stations in Queens for better accessibility.
Marketing
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-ed | Why the MTA wants to hear from you this spring | amNewYork

MTA seeks rider feedback through the Spring Customers Count survey to improve the transit system.
Alternative transportation
fromQNS
5 days ago

Ariola, Brooks-Powers welcome station repairs at Rockaway Park-Beach 116th Street - QNS

MTA completed temporary repairs at Rockaway Park-Beach 116th Street station, restoring full access for riders.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Second Avenue Subway: MTA tells court it can't move forward with project unless East Harlem landlord lets them into building | amNewYork

MTA is suing a landlord for access to a building necessary for the Second Avenue Subway extension into East Harlem.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks 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.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks 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.
#fair-fares
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
New York City

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

From Fair Fares to free fares? City Council to propose free subway, bus trips for over 1 million New Yorkers | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

New transit coalition wants Mayor Mamdani to put pedal to the metal on expanding Fair Fares' benefits, making buses fare-free | amNewYork

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

From Fair Fares to free fares? City Council to propose free subway, bus trips for over 1 million New Yorkers | amNewYork

City Council proposes free subway and bus fares for over one million low-income New Yorkers as part of Fair Fares expansion.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
New York City

New transit coalition wants Mayor Mamdani to put pedal to the metal on expanding Fair Fares' benefits, making buses fare-free | amNewYork

#auto-insurance-reform
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Claiming a better deal: Why MTA says Hochul's auto insurance reforms will be boon for transit riders | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Janno Lieber Op-Ed: Hochul's Insurance Plan Is a Pro-Transit Plan - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul's auto insurance reform aims to lower rates while supporting public transit, despite concerns about compensation for crash victims.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Claiming a better deal: Why MTA says Hochul's auto insurance reforms will be boon for transit riders | amNewYork

Governor Hochul and MTA leadership propose auto insurance reform to save the MTA $50 million annually in personal injury payouts, redirecting funds toward transit service improvements.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 days ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
#toronto
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Toronto finally has funding for Waterfront East LRT, but city could be on the hook if project goes over budget | CBC News

Toronto secures funding for Waterfront East LRT, but will bear any cost overruns, raising concerns about financial responsibility.
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 weeks 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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Toronto finally has funding for Waterfront East LRT, but city could be on the hook if project goes over budget | CBC News

Toronto secures funding for Waterfront East LRT, but will bear any cost overruns, raising concerns about financial responsibility.
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 weeks 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.
#transportation
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
New York City

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Transportation stakeholders give Mamdani high marks on streets agenda, but more work to be done on buses | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani prioritizes transportation improvements, focusing on faster buses and safer streets, but faces challenges in implementing fare-free bus service.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
California

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Sacramento voters may approve a measure for safer streets and improved transit.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
6 days ago

The Mercury's JOYRIDE Issue Is Out Now! - Portland Mercury

Transportation is a vital aspect of life in Portland, covered in the April issue of the Mercury titled 'Joyride.'
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Transportation stakeholders give Mamdani high marks on streets agenda, but more work to be done on buses | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani prioritizes transportation improvements, focusing on faster buses and safer streets, but faces challenges in implementing fare-free bus service.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Trump Wants to Slash Federal Funding for Public Transit, Rail (Again) - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration proposes significant cuts to federal transportation funding, impacting public transit and passenger rail programs, unless Congress intervenes.
#brooklyn
fromGothamist
6 days ago
Brooklyn

NYC to drivers: Avoid northern part of Flatbush Avenue as street gets bus-friendly rebuild

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue will undergo a major redesign to improve bus transit and reduce congestion.
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago
Brooklyn

The Good Life: Private Parking in Brooklyn

Many Brooklyn residents rely on transit and shared vehicles, but rising car ownership has produced acute parking shortages across neighborhoods.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
6 days ago

NYC to drivers: Avoid northern part of Flatbush Avenue as street gets bus-friendly rebuild

Brooklyn's Flatbush Avenue will undergo a major redesign to improve bus transit and reduce congestion.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week 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.
New York City
fromHudson Valley Post
1 week ago

'Game-Changer' App is Must-Have for Hudson Valley Visitors to NYC

The new MTA App simplifies navigation for subway and bus riders in New York City with real-time updates and accessibility features.
Silicon Valley
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Rod Diridon Sr., former Santa Clara Co. Supervisor known as 'father of modern transit,' dies at 87

Rod Diridon Sr., known as 'the father of modern transit' in Silicon Valley, has passed away at the age of 87.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

She knit an MBTA-themed sweater inspired by her commutes. The internet is loving it.

"There's been a lot of just public transit fervor going on. I have always taken the MBTA, so it's definitely a sight I'm familiar with."
Boston
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week 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.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Federal byelection candidates square off in Scarborough Southwest debate | CBC News

Doly Begum stated, 'After speaking with so many of you over the past few months, I actually decided to run federally because this is a crucial moment for Canada. I'm running to bring Scarborough Southwest's voice to Ottawa.'
Canada news
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week 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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Ford, Carney, Chow to spend $3B on Waterfront East LRT in Toronto | CBC News

The federal, provincial, and municipal governments will invest $3 billion in the Waterfront East Light-Rail Transit line in Toronto.
fromStreetsblog Empire State
2 weeks ago

Lawmakers Want More Funding For Upstate Transit Than Hochul Is Offering - Streetsblog Empire State

"We need at least a 15-percent increase in state operating assistance in order for the Upstate systems to address their structural budget deficits. What that means is we need that 15-percent increase so that we are not faced with having to reduce service. We're not faced with having to increase fares."
Alternative transportation
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Lawmakers push Gov. Hochul to back revival of NYC free bus pilot

Supporters aim to convince Governor Hochul to support a smaller pilot program for fare-free buses in New York City.
#bart
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Transit Agencies Mark Progress as Ballot Efforts Intensify - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART achieved its highest ridership since the pandemic with 225,832 trips on February 5, reflecting a broader recovery in public transit.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Transit Agencies Mark Progress as Ballot Efforts Intensify - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART achieved its highest ridership since the pandemic with 225,832 trips on February 5, reflecting a broader recovery in public transit.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto plans to increase transit, close roads to keep people moving around city during FIFA World Cup | CBC News

Sharon Bollenbach, executive director for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Toronto Secretariat, emphasizes the city's commitment to ensuring a positive experience for visitors, residents, and businesses during the event.
Canada news
California
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Newsom warns cities of lawsuits over California SB 79 law

California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatens legal action against noncompliant cities regarding a housing reform law for higher density near public transit.
DC food
fromStreetsblog USA
3 weeks ago

How DC's Mayor and Council Chair Thwarted Every Effort to Better Its Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

DC Streetcar's failures stem from political interference and inadequate planning, leading to a short, ineffective route.
fromEmilysneddon
3 weeks ago
Typography

Fran Sans Essay - Emily Sneddon

Fran Sans is a display font inspired by the unique destination displays of San Francisco's diverse public transit system.
#service-cuts
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

Golden Gate Transit will cut service to Spencer Avenue bus pads, creating a transit desert in a previously transit-rich area.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: National Shutdown Against ICE, Don Lemon arrested, Senate Dems to Frame Loss as Win (Again), More TriMet Drama, Councilors Want Local Rules on Detention Centers Enforced, Developers! Developers! Developers!

San Francisco
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Op-Ed: Let's Make Transit Work for Marin - Streetsblog San Francisco

Golden Gate Transit will cut service to Spencer Avenue bus pads, creating a transit desert in a previously transit-rich area.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: National Shutdown Against ICE, Don Lemon arrested, Senate Dems to Frame Loss as Win (Again), More TriMet Drama, Councilors Want Local Rules on Detention Centers Enforced, Developers! Developers! Developers!

LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Commentary: Dodger Walk: A great city needs a walking path to blue heaven. Do it, Frank McCourt

Frank McCourt's tenure led to public transit options for Dodger Stadium, including shuttle buses, but traffic congestion remains a significant issue.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks 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
3 weeks ago

Junos week is here. Here's what you need to know, from road closures to free music shows | CBC News

The Junos are bringing significant events and road closures to Hamilton, impacting travel and public transit from March 24 to March 31.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

Snhetta Built a Metro Station in Riyadh That Reflects the Entire City Back at You - Yanko Design

The bowl-shaped canopy, its underside ground to a flawless mirror finish, acts as what the team describes as an urban periscope. From above ground, the city is reflected downward into the station.
London
#transportation-policy
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Claire Valdez: In Congress, I Will Fight For Transit and Bike Lanes - Streetsblog New York City

NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 weeks ago

Opinion: Hochul Must Rescue New York Transit Riders From a Wider Cross Bronx Expressway

The governor must prioritize reducing vehicle miles traveled and improving public transit options for New Yorkers.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Claire Valdez: In Congress, I Will Fight For Transit and Bike Lanes - Streetsblog New York City

Privacy technologies
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Metrolinx firewall preventing third-party apps from using real-time train data for Finch West LRT | CBC News

Metrolinx's firewall restricts real-time data access for Finch West LRT, impacting third-party apps' accuracy in train arrival predictions.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Mets expanding transportation options to Citi Field in 2026 | amNewYork

The fan experience is our top priority, Katie Haas, executive vice president of ballpark operations, said. As the area around Citi Field undergoes changes, we're excited to offer fans more ways than ever to get to the ballpark. These new options provide greater flexibility today, and we're equally excited about the long-term vision for the area and what it will mean for the fan experience in the years ahead.
New York Mets
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

With threat of $7 gas - is it cheaper to drive or take Bay Area mass transit? Here's what we found

Rising gas prices to $7 per gallon make public transit significantly more cost-competitive than driving for Bay Area commuters, with potential daily savings exceeding $7 on some routes.
New York City
fromwww.timeout.com
1 month ago

NYC is planning a major redesign of 14th Street

New York City is redesigning 14th Street from river to river to enhance the successful busway with improved pedestrian spaces, greenery, and safety features while maintaining transit priority.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

Kinetic to deploy 201 zero-emission buses under $446 million Auckland Transport contract - Sustainable Bus

Kinetic has been awarded all four contract units included in the Tranche 3 bus services tender for Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland. The contract has a total value of NZD755 million (around USD446 million) and represents the largest contract award received by the company in the city to date.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

L.A. Metro transit ambassadors are making Metro trains and buses safer and more welcoming. SBLA speaks with real life ambassadors, and Madelyn Brozen, co-author of a recent UCLA study that found ambassadors are improving Metro riders' experiences.
NYC parents
US news
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | Getting the Bronx moving: What's being done to help connect more residents across their city more swiftly - Bronx Times

New York City's new mayor revived a paused bus lane project on Fordham Road in the Bronx to increase bus speeds from 4 mph to faster transit for 130,000 daily riders.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday Headlines: Regional Responsibilities Edition - Streetsblog Empire State

Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne was appointed co-chair of the New York Metropolitan Transportation Council, which oversees billions in federal transportation funding across the downstate region.
Los Angeles
fromQueerty
1 month ago

The Los Angeles Metro wants you to "ride the D" - Queerty

Los Angeles Metro's D Line extension t-shirt with the slogan 'Ride the D' generated viral social media attention for its double entendre appeal.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Like an Uber Share' but public: South Bay city to bring low-cost, rideshare-style public transit service

The all-electric vehicle service will allow riders to move anywhere within the city and help address cracks in the current public transit system that left students and others stranded, according to the Sunnyvale City Council, which unanimously approved the service this week.
Alternative transportation
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Kansas City is Again Expanding Its Once-Mocked Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Kansas City's expanding streetcar system demonstrates how targeted transit infrastructure reduces car dependency, reconnects segregated neighborhoods, and catalyzes economic development across multiple districts.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | New York City's Paratransit system is essential to helping New Yorkers get where they need to go | amNewYork

Paratransit delivered over 11 million trips in 2025, improving reliability, satisfaction, on-time performance, and lowering cost per trip while expanding digital access.
Public health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Whether you use it or not, better public transit makes your commute better

Investing in public transit can reduce car trips by 5–10%, sharply lowering congestion, commute times, stress, health issues, and overall commuter costs.
Real estate
fromIslands
1 month ago

Jersey City's Lively Neighborhood Is A Walkable Area With Standout Restaurants And Artsy Attractions - Islands

Journal Square is a highly walkable, artsy Jersey City neighborhood with rich history, iconic landmarks, strong transit access, and growing residential and commercial development.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Queens police seek suspect after groping on Q44 bus

A 19-year-old woman was groped on a Q44 MTA bus near Parsons Boulevard and Union Turnpike; NYPD seeks the suspect with surveillance images.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

The Week in Short Video - Streetsblog California

AI bus cameras improve transit commutes; Streetsblog shares videos and bike tips; California VMT tax remains unlikely; High-Speed Rail coverage is saturated.
fromNewsday
1 month ago

LIRR bathroom stowaways a stubborn problem amid fare evasion crackdown

"I'm paying several hundred dollars a month for a monthly ticket, and this guy has never paid," said Greenberg, of Coram. "That's thousands of dollars a year."
US news
Tech industry
fromBusline News
1 month 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.
US politics
fromVulture
1 month ago

Stephanie Pratt Does Not Want her Brother Spencer for Mayor of L.A.

Stephanie Pratt opposes Spencer Pratt's L.A. mayoral bid due to no public-transit plan, alleged misconduct, and inexperience; she would support him only for Pacific Palisades.
California
fromThesanjoseblog
1 month ago

San Jose's AI Boost Makes Bus Rides Quicker and Greener Citywide

Citywide AI signal-priority system cuts San Jose bus travel times by about 20% across all 24 routes, improving sustainability, safety, and rider experience.
#san-francisco
Travel
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

How to Get Between San Francisco and Santa Clara's Levi's Stadium Without a Car

Travel between San Francisco and Santa Clara ranges from $11–$13 public transit trips taking about 90 minutes to $65–$200 rideshares with variable time due to traffic.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Pete Buttigieg's replacement wants to ban cities from making buses free to ride - LGBTQ Nation

A proposal would require cities receiving Federal Transit Administration funds to charge bus fares or risk losing federal funding.
US news
fromBusline News
2 months ago

Greater Dayton (OH) RTA's 'Proudly Serving' Fleet Creates Community Connections Through Bus Wraps - Busline News

Greater Dayton RTA launched a "Proudly Serving" bus-wrap program (21 buses, 2021–2023) honoring Montgomery County communities with photos, facts, and community-specific designs.
Travel
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Couldn't TriMet Have Done Some Advertising?

Low public awareness and minimal visible promotion of TriMet routes contribute to lower ridership and funding challenges.
Film
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

L.A. Metro relocates buses with 'Melania' ads after 'extensive and severe' vandalism

Los Angeles Metro relocated buses carrying ads for the "Melania" documentary after widespread graffiti vandalism on promotional posters to protect riders, employees, and assets.
#super-bowl-lx
fromBusline News
2 months ago

Laketran And Geauga Transit To Honor Rosa Parks - Busline News

Laketran and Geauga Transit, both located in northeastern Ohio, will honor the life and legacy of Rosa Parks through a weeklong tribute recognizing her courage and the lasting impact of her actions on civil rights in America. Rosa Parks, born February 4, became a symbol of strength and resistance in 1955 when she refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on a segregated bus in Montgomery, AL. Her decision helped ignite the Montgomery Bus Boycott and propelled the nation forward in the fight for equality. Today, she is remembered as the "Mother of the Modern-Day Civil Rights Movement."
Social justice
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Super Bowl events to close streets throughout San Francisco for 11 days

Levi's Stadium is over 40 miles from downtown San Francisco, but that doesn't mean the city isn't the official doorstep to the Super Bowl. The event is on Feb. 8, but starting Friday, several blocks downtown along with streets in two other San Francisco neighborhoods are closing to traffic for Super Bowl-related events. City officials are actively warning locals and visitors to take public transit and avoid driving if they can, especially when passing by several major areas downtown.
San Francisco
US politics
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

Administration Officials Search for Buses to Throw One Another Under, Trump Insults Ilhan Omar After Man Attacks Her, and Jack Evans Is Back - Washingtonian

Dangerously cold weather will continue, causing school closures and transit adjustments, while administration officials publicly clashed over a fatal Minneapolis shooting.
#accessibility
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Snowstorms expose accessibility gaps for people with disabilities: Toronto advocates | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Snowstorms expose accessibility gaps for people with disabilities: Toronto advocates | CBC News

fromPortland Monthly
2 months ago

A Bus Trip to Hood River in Its Sleepy Season

"Hey, a rainbow!" I, the lone passenger on a Mount Adams Transportation Service (MATS) bus that just crossed the Columbia into Hood River, exclaim. "Oh, yeah, I get to see those all the time," the driver responds. "Last week I saw two double rainbows." My inner 5-year-old is envious. A few hours later I see my second rainbow of the day-it's not a double arch, but the tally is still pretty cool.
Travel
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Cycle of Rage: NYC Is A HELLSCAPE For Pedestrians - Streetsblog New York City

Sidewalks, curb-cuts, bus stops and bike lanes are largely unshoveled after the storm, leaving pedestrians, wheelchair users and parents unable to travel safely.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Brooklyn hate crime: Suspect sought for attacking man at L train station with anti-LGBTQ slurs and fists amNewYork

A man assaulted a 24-year-old on a Manhattan-bound L train in Williamsburg after hurling anti-gay slurs; police have released images and seek the suspect.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Man slashed on Bronx train over bottle of cologne: cops

Two suspects allegedly slashed a 24-year-old man on a northbound 5 train in the Bronx over a requested bottle of cologne; suspects remain at large.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Mamdani pledges to bring equity to 'deeply unequal' New York City during MLK Day celebration at BAM * Brooklyn Paper

Higher taxes on wealthy New Yorkers are needed to fund childcare, improve transit, and reverse policies that displaced Black families and deepened urban inequality.
Food & drink
fromBusline News
2 months ago

IndyGo Announces Partnership To Make 'Food In Transit' A Year-Round Program - Busline News

IndyGo now operates the Food in Transit program year-round, providing free grocery staples and fresh produce at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center biweekly.
New York City
fromwww.motor1.com
2 months ago

'Like Signing Yourself to Crash Out Every Morning:' Woman Moves to Brooklyn. Then She Gets a Car

Parking in Brooklyn is severely congested; drivers hog spaces, rotate vehicles to monopolize spots, and inconsistently park, causing daily frustration for car owners.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Thursday's Headlines: Affordability for Whom Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani supported lowering auto insurance rates that reduce compensation for injured people and may encourage more driving, conflicting with road safety and livability goals.
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