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Metro admits Rush Plus not working as planned
Metro's Rush Plus was supposed to relieve crowding on some of the busiest lines of the system, but now the transit agency is admitting the program has not gone exactly as planned.
Metro to hold hearings on bus service next month
Metro is planning to hold public hearings on changes that it is proposing to make on its bus service.
September traffic: Worst ever?
While many Washingtonians have come to expect the onslaught of heavy traffic, many insist that delays are worse now than ever before.
New Metro safety system could improve ride
Metro General Manager Richard Sarles told his board of directors Thursday that the transit agency has taken a significant step toward restoring confidence, and complete safety on the rails.
Va. gets another $52M from feds for transportation
Virginia is getting $52 million in federal transportation funds that other states didn't use.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Repairs beginning on Arlington Memorial Bridge
Motorists can expect delays on the Arlington Memorial Bridge as a two-month construction projects gets under way.
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.
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.
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.
Dorchester County gets $92K fed grant for airport
A $92,000 federal grant will help plan the future of the Cambridge-Dorchester Airport.
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.
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.
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