#public-transit

#public-transit

"It's not very expensive to operate," Reece Martin, a Toronto-based independent transportation planner, told Day 6 host Brent Bambury. "And frankly, they're not very expensive to build, either."

"The additional half-cent mass transit bailout would raise the rate to 10.25% if approved in 2026, affecting sales tax rates in Santa Clara County."

Sharmila Mukherjee presented findings indicating Austin's public transit recovery is 9% ahead of comparable metro areas, although ridership is still 20% below pre-pandemic levels.

The legislation addresses a critical gap in Federal transit safety regulations by establishing clear executive authority within public transit agencies for rider and operator safety.

The MBTA understands how these service changes affect riders' daily travels during this period, but we are committed to improving your travels long term with more reliable, timely, and safe service.

Toulouse transportation authorities are set to open a new tram line (Ligne Aeroport) connecting Toulouse-Blagnac airport with the city, facilitating easier access to the airport.

TriMet is experiencing a significant fiscal crisis, forcing the public transit agency to cut service by 10 percent over the next two years, starting this fall.

Dublin Airport doesn't need it, Dublin Airport passengers won't use it - they're already well-served by buses.

"Congestion is a problem in the city. Nothing has as large an impact as better public transit." - Mayor Olivia Chow

The $7.7 billion project is scheduled to open in 2032, adding three new stations to the Q line. Two of them will be beneath Second Avenue at East 106th and 116th streets.

This proposal is the result of years of hard work - listening to riders, engaging community advocates, and doing the behind-the-scenes work to re-establish a long-overdue water link between Staten Island and Brooklyn.

In recent times, San Francisco International Airport has seen a significant increase in homeless individuals using the BART trains to access the airport, seeking refuge and shelter.

The quirky ad at Powell Street BART station invites commuters to explore a transit personality test connected to Clipper cards and San Francisco's public transport.

MTA's experimental 'rush' bus routes aim to improve connectivity and speed for Queens residents by expediting trips from outskirts to transit hubs.

In recent discussions, Japan has solidified its trade relationships with major economies, particularly emphasizing strategic partnerships with China and the United States to enhance economic stability.

VTA officials unanimously decided to part ways with Kiewit Shea Traylor due to an inability to agree on pricing for the second phase of the BART project. They believe this decision will not affect the project schedule, despite the challenges ahead such as a $700 million to $1.2 billion funding gap. The project aims to enhance public transit in the region by extending the BART line.

At approximately 3:30 PM, two 16-year-old boys at the 59th St. R station were assaulted and robbed by three individuals, highlighting the ongoing concerns of youth safety in transit areas.