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Beltway Express Lanes given a test
A number of test vehicles started cruising the brand new lanes this week. The test is all about the electronics of the road.
Local officials warn Airports Authority to clean up its act
The group overseeing construction of the Dulles Rail Project -- the largest transportation project in the D.C. area -- is suffering from a lack of accountability, transparency and sound judgment, according to local officials.
Are automakers going too far with in-car technology?
Seventy six percent of car owners say in-car connectivity technologies are too distracting -- and even dangerous, according to a Harris poll.
The cost of a speedy Beltway commute means tolls or carpooling
Drivers may soon have to ask themselves if they are willing to pay a toll or join a carpool to get to work faster.
D.C. commuter tax could lead to 'turf war'
Maryland Rep. Elijah Cummings says he is vehemently against letting the District of Columbia tax commuters.
Tree removal starts in Great Falls
The Virginia Department of Transportation Monday begins removing 59 trees that are safety risks to drivers in the Great Falls area.
New SmarTrip card programs will start this fall
A number of new programs for Metro's SmarTrip card are set to begin Sept. 1.
Md. corporal claims suspension over tickets was unwarranted
A local police corporal says he was punished after blowing the whistle on his own department and it all has to do with speed cameras tickets.
Leggett calls for higher speed limit on ICC
Montgomery County Executive Isiah "Ike" Leggett wants drivers to be able to take advantage of the free flow of the InterCounty Connector.
Local bridges tested for structural issues
Two area bridges - the massive Wilson Bridge and the Route 123 Bridge over the Occoquan River - are being checked for structural defects.
I-66 ramps to SB Fairfax County Parkway to close for weekend
Regardless of the time of day, roadwork in the region can be a headache -- but this weekend drivers are in for a big challenge.
I-95 Express Lanes Project may have environmental impact
Are better transportation projects to keep areas moving worth it if they come with a high environmental price tag?
Fairfax County aims to change game for commuters
Fairfax County is moving quickly on transportation projects and the head of the county board of supervisors says it should all pay off for commuters.
Riders contradict Metro escalator accident reports
A metal panel on an escalator snagged on a bag or loose clothing around 8:40 a.m. Tuesday, causing it to rip off the railing, according to Metro. It struck several people. Five were hurt and three were taken to the hospital with non- life-threatening injuries.
Beltway construction near Wilson Bridge wraps up
The days of rush-hour lane closures that created major traffic jams on the Capital Beltway between Springfield and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge are over. Beltway construction related to the bridge is done.
New Beltway configuration opens between Wilson Bridge and Springfield
A long-awaited milestone arrives for drivers on the Capital Beltway with the permanent opening of new lanes on the Virginia side of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
VDOT making changes to I-66 lanes
There are gong to be some lane changes on I-66 this week that are supposed to make traffic move more efficiently.
Roads close around Leesburg for presidential visit
A presidential visit will make getting around Loudoun County more difficult on Thursday afternoon.
Fairfax backs Columbia Pike streetcar line plan
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has approved plans for a streetcar line along Columbia Pike, a week after Arlington County took the same action.
Woman goes into labor at Metro station
Commuters waiting for Metro's Green Line Tuesday witnessed something unexpected during their morning commute.
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