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fromwww.cbc.ca
14 hours ago

Eglinton Crosstown LRT opening date 'very close,' says Toronto city manager | CBC News

"It is very, very close. These are the last stages of really testing it," he said.
Toronto
#new-york-city
fromJalopnik
2 weeks ago
New York City

NYC Congestion Pricing Is Wildly Successful, So Of Course It's Become A Political Battleground - Jalopnik

fromCommon Dreams
1 week ago
New York City

NYC's Congestion Pricing Has Caused 'Quality-of-Life Improvement' in Just Six Months | Common Dreams

fromJalopnik
2 weeks ago
New York City

NYC Congestion Pricing Is Wildly Successful, So Of Course It's Become A Political Battleground - Jalopnik

fromCommon Dreams
1 week ago
New York City

NYC's Congestion Pricing Has Caused 'Quality-of-Life Improvement' in Just Six Months | Common Dreams

#mbta
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Multiple service disruptions are coming to the MBTA in August. Here's what to know.

fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Multiple service disruptions are coming to the MBTA in August. Here's what to know.

fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free Roundtrip Rides on the San Francisco Bay Ferry (While Supplies Last)

For a limited time, riders can enjoy roundtrip rides on the San Francisco Bay Ferry for free by using the promo code ferrygodmother during checkout.
SF food
#berlin
#accessibility
fromInquirer.com
4 days ago

SEPTA to end remote work in September

"SEPTA is entering a new phase of growth and accountability - one that places a renewed focus on teamwork, communication, and service delivery."
US politics
#nj-transit
fromnj
4 days ago
New York City

NJ Transit says more people will be commuting as remote work takes a dive

fromnj
4 days ago
New York City

NJ Transit says more people will be commuting as remote work takes a dive

fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Bad news, commuters: the Eglinton Crosstown LRT may be delayed again | CBC News

The opening of the Eglinton Crosstown light rail transit line may be postponed again, with the current expectation being something might happen this fall, but September seems unlikely.
Toronto
#subway-safety
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
New York City

Flood gates: NYC pols, transit gurus call for flood mitigation after Monday's subway floodbath

fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
New York City

Flood gates: NYC pols, transit gurus call for flood mitigation after Monday's subway floodbath

#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF City Hall Not at All Pleased With Those Guerilla Benches' That Some Renegades Placed at Bench-Less Muni Stops

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF City Hall Not at All Pleased With Those Guerilla Benches' That Some Renegades Placed at Bench-Less Muni Stops

#nyc-ferry
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Editorial | NYC Ferry redesign should strongly consider this transportation desert | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Editorial | NYC Ferry redesign should strongly consider this transportation desert | amNewYork

#infrastructure-development
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

New TTC CEO says his top priority is to increase reliability as he takes over transit agency | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

New TTC CEO says his top priority is to increase reliability as he takes over transit agency | CBC News

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Have you witnessed or had a close call or crash with a Brightline train? Let us know

Brightline, South Florida's higher-speed luxury commuter train, is reported to be the deadliest train line in the United States, according to a yearlong investigation.
Miami
fromSustainable Bus
1 week ago

First electric buses delivered in Monza (Italy): 26 units coming, 15 Menarini Citymood 12e operate for ATM Group - Sustainable Bus

The initiative is supported by a total investment of €15 million, financed through Italy's National Recovery and Resilience Plan and the National Strategic Plan for Sustainable Mobility.
Public health
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

London Underground expands 4G, 5G coverage | Computer Weekly

The latest expansion includes new mobile coverage on sections of the Piccadilly, Northern, and Victoria lines, ensuring better connectivity for passengers across the Tube network.
London
#transit-solutions
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

The future of transit isn't flashy, it's functional

Functional solutions, rather than sci-fi concepts, will shape the future of urban mobility.
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago
Public health

Opinion: VTA should abandon $12.8 billion San Jose BART extension that's already out of date

Consider a pivot to affordable transit alternatives instead of continuing with the costly BART extension.
#engineering-work
#santa-clara-county
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

More sections of the Piccadilly, Northern and Victoria lines now have 4G and 5G coverage

London is making internet and signal blackouts on the tube a thing of the past. Over the past couple of years TfL has gradually been rolling out 4G and 5G coverage on the London Underground, with key lines now boasting sections with high-speed internet coverage.
London
#queens
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

The fascinating history of London's trams from decline to Croydon comeback

Horse-drawn trams first appeared in London in 1861, on a route between Notting Hill Gate and Marble Arch, but were removed due to traffic concerns a year later.
London
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Humane Society hosts Yappy Hour for prospective foster parents

Yappy Hour on July 12 at Humane Society Silicon Valley connects new foster parents with potential dogs. Attendees will meet the foster team and mentors while participating in training.
Humor
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Opinions split as Parliament Street pedestrianised permanently

Francis Leavy, artist and owner of Fab Cow, expressed optimism about the pedestrianisation boosting local business, stating, "I hope this will bring more people to the centre of town." He also acknowledged the potential for increased foot traffic with proper public transport infrastructure.
Toronto
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

What protests are taking place in London this weekend?

Thousands will protest in London, coinciding with the Pride in London march, causing road closures and transport disruptions.
London music
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Joy riders give Paris bike share system a flat

At the moment, we're missing 3,000 bikes, out of the fleet of some 20,000 regular and electric bicycles, said Sylvain Raifaud, head of the Agemob company that operates the Velib system.
France news
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

Kids ride free on NY Waterway ferries this summer

Starting Saturday, July 5, NY Waterway is letting kids under 12 ride completely free on all ferry routes between New Jersey and Manhattan-no strings attached.
Travel
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
2 weeks ago

The Top 10 Cities Where You Can Live Car-Free

The typical new car today costs almost $49,000 - near a record high. Used cars are also flirting with all-time highs. That's because car prices skyrocketed during the pandemic and have hardly fallen since, making car ownership one of the biggest financial burdens Americans face.
Alternative transportation
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Mallon: Why I care about transit - and you should too - San Jose Spotlight

Transit has been an essential part of my life, connecting me to school, work, and opportunities. Without it, I wouldn’t have graduated debt-free.
Public health
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

What would happen if Zohran Mamdani made NYC buses free? Ask Kansas City

Zohran Mamdani’s proposal for free public buses in NYC aims to increase ridership among low-income populations, enhance efficiency, and reduce assaults on drivers.
NYC politics
#travel
#transit
#commuter-rail
#ridership
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

San Mateo County leaders calling for more public transportation funding

"We need BART to not just continue its service, but improve its services. And we have to be part of that. We have to help fund it."
California
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Expect service disruptions on the G train this summer for signal-upgrading work

The G train will face summer service disruptions for essential upgrades to its signal system.
Brooklyn
fromBusline News
3 weeks ago

DeMitro Appointed To Laketran Board Of Trustees; Pizmoht And McNamee Re-appointed - Busline News

Laketran appointed three board members, including Dione DeMitro, to enhance community-focused public transportation oversight in Lake County.
Canada news
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Citi Bike Will Stop Blaming Gay Pride for E-Bike Speed Cap - Streetsblog New York City

Citi Bike acknowledged the miscommunication regarding the speed cap, which was misattributed to Pride Weekend, stating it was due to a letter from Deputy Mayor Mastro.
SF LGBT
fromSustainable Bus
3 weeks ago

upBUS project in Aachen merges autonomous E-bus with ropeway - Sustainable Bus

Funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, the research initiative is being carried out in collaboration with two additional RWTH institutes and the municipality of Simmerath.
Alternative transportation
fromBusline News
3 weeks ago

ENC Secures Follow-On Order From Academy Bus For 15 Additional AXESS Transit Buses - Busline News

ENC's Altoona-tested AXESS platform is designed to be among the safest heavy-duty transit buses available in America, built with a 304-grade stainless steel body structure.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 weeks ago

'An unwelcome shock': Concern at Dartford Crossing charge increase

This 40 percent rise will come as an unwelcome shock to constituents, especially those who rely on the crossing for work or family commitments.
London food
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Casual Carpool Appears to Be Returning, Could Put the Pedal to the Metal Again Late This Summer

The nearly 50-year-old Bay Area tradition of Casual Carpool, or getting rides to work with complete strangers who want carpool-lane privileges, was discontinued once the pandemic hit.
Alternative transportation
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

BART and Muni Secure $750M Loan From State Along With Other Local Transit Agencies

Scott Wiener announced a major win for Bay Area transit funding, securing a $750 million interest-free loan and reversing proposed cuts totaling $1.1 billion.
San Francisco
fromBusline News
4 weeks ago

APTA Announces 2025 Public Transportation Awards, Hall Of Fame Inductees - Busline News

The achievements and legacies of our awardees inspire us all to continue striving for excellence in our industry and to making a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Shocking footage of van engulfed by flames outside King's Cross station

A van on fire near King's Cross Station caused significant smoke, leading to road closures and bus diversions, but did not disrupt rail services.
London food
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

DART expansion plan gets boost after High Court hears objections withdrawn

The High Court granted DART+ West permission to proceed after two businesses withdrew their judicial reviews, important for the project's next steps towards expansion.
London startup
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

How a housing village rising at a Hialeah train station is changing a community

"The building will offer 55 apartments in a convenient place: next to Tri-Rail's Metrorail Transfer Station in Hialeah. The structure's balconies are under construction directly above the tracks."
LA real estate
#jfk-airport
fromNewsday
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

AirTrain fares to JFK reduced from June 30 to Sept. 1, Port Authority says, to encourage use of mass transit during construction, summer travel

fromNewsday
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

AirTrain fares to JFK reduced from June 30 to Sept. 1, Port Authority says, to encourage use of mass transit during construction, summer travel

fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Muni Service Cuts Kick In Saturday, Five Bus Lines Getting Their Routes Trimmed

Muni lines are being cut to address significant budget deficits faced by SFMTA.
San Francisco
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Metro scrambles to find funding for massive bus fleet that is the heart of its Olympics plans

The federal government has yet to respond to the city's request, and Metro's commitment to lease clean energy buses could pose supply problems.
Los Angeles
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