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Va. gets another $52M from feds for transportation

Virginia is getting $52 million in federal transportation funds that other states didn't use.

Thursday - 09/13/2012, 11:36am EDT

Moving people quickly in emergency impossible

A constant concern in the D.C. region is being able to move people in the event of a major emergency. But a top transportation leader admits it's impossible to move everyone at the same time.

Thursday - 09/13/2012, 07:47am EDT

Region not ready for impact of federal budget cuts

Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments report paints a grim picture for the region's economy if automatic, across-the-board cuts to the federal budget take effect in January. COG says better urban planning and promoting the region's diverse economy will will help offset the potential loss of jobs.

Wednesday - 09/12/2012, 05:46pm EDT

Final Dulles Toll Road price hike hearings this week

Toll increases are planned for the Dulles Toll Road to help pay for Metro's Silver Line, and the last two public hearings on the issue are being held this week.

Wednesday - 09/12/2012, 06:25am EDT

Pay a toll, drive faster

The trend of paying a toll to drive faster may be headed to a new level in Texas -- where of course, everything is bigger.

Wednesday - 09/12/2012, 04:01am EDT

Increased security on rails on Sept. 11 anniversary

Both Metro and Amtrak will take increased security measures, but there aren't any credible threats to rail systems.

Tuesday - 09/11/2012, 04:35am EDT

Speed cameras added to U.S. 15 work zone

The State Highway Administration has added the U.S. 15 work zone at Motter Avenue to the Maryland Safezones program, according to a news release from SHA.

Monday - 09/10/2012, 06:00pm EDT
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Cracks found on ICC bridges

Inspectors found new hairline cracks on the bridge that carries the ICC over U.S. 29 in Briggs Chaney and a ramp near U.S. 29.

Monday - 09/10/2012, 07:54am EDT

No problems with brakes on bus that crashed in Silver Spring

A Montgomery County spokesman says no problems have been found with the brakes on a Ride On bus that crashed into a house last month.

Monday - 09/10/2012, 07:00am EDT

Repairs beginning on Arlington Memorial Bridge

Motorists can expect delays on the Arlington Memorial Bridge as a two-month construction projects gets under way.

Monday - 09/10/2012, 06:57am EDT

New Hampshire Avenue construction begins Tuesday

New Hampshire Avenue will become a two-way street and new sidewalks will be installed between Dupont Circle and Washington Circle.

Sunday - 09/09/2012, 02:29pm EDT

Revised Montgomery Co. bus schedules begin Monday

Montgomery County has adjusted the schedules for some Ride On bus routes to more accurately reflect travel times and to better match up with other transit options.

Saturday - 09/08/2012, 11:24am EDT

New Ramp from airport access highway to Beltway opening Sept. 8

The new Dulles Airport Access Highway eastbound ramp to the Beltway inner and outer loops will open Saturday. The ramp provides a safer and more convenient direct connection to the Beltway.

Friday - 09/07/2012, 07:34pm EDT

Dorchester County gets $92K fed grant for airport

A $92,000 federal grant will help plan the future of the Cambridge-Dorchester Airport.

Friday - 09/07/2012, 01:41pm EDT

Public meetings on Dulles Toll Road hike kick off

Opponents call it "Tollmageddon," but operators of the Dulles Toll Road say big toll hikes are necessary to help pay for the Dulles Rail project.

Friday - 09/07/2012, 06:37am EDT

Push to get hands on the wheel, not on the cellphone

There are new calls for a complete ban on the use of all handheld electronic devices while driving.

Thursday - 09/06/2012, 02:07pm EDT

Petition drive fights Dulles Toll Road hike

Public hearings start Thursday on a proposal to increase rates on the Dulles Toll Road.

Thursday - 09/06/2012, 07:03am EDT

Song calls Dulles Greenway tolls 'highway robbery' (VIDEO)

Singer-songwriter Angela Petry takes out her frustrations over the tolls on the 14-mile long road.

Wednesday - 09/05/2012, 06:59am EDT
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AAA renews debate on length of I-95 Express Lanes

Construction of the new Express Lanes on Interstate 95 in Northern Virginia has reopened the debate on why the project won't go all the way to the D.C. line.

Wednesday - 09/05/2012, 05:12am EDT
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Controversial Tri-County Parkway gaining speed

The proposed Tri-County Parkway would be a north- south highway connecting Loudoun and Prince William counties. It would be a 10-mile limited access highway, connecting Interstate 66 near Gainesville in Prince William County to Route 50, near the Stone Ridge community in Loudoun County.

Wednesday - 09/05/2012, 04:29am EDT
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