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Metro says system-stalling glitch fixed
Metro says it has fixed a computer glitch that caused some trains to freeze in place over the weekend.
380-ton span marks milestone for Dulles Rail project
Slowly, deliberately and delicately, the final 380 ton aerial piece of the Silver Line puzzle fit into place Tuesday. It's a major milestone for the Dulles Rail project.
New rail transit safety standards to be discussed
Members of Congress and transportation officials will be discussing new safety standards for rail transit systems nationwide.
Study: Risky driving and higher death rates linked
A new study shows that those with major driving violations have an 70 percent higher mortality rate compared with overall mortality rates.
More Metro staff for Monday morning
Following a computer system crash that affected riders twice in 12 hours over the weekend, Metro says it will have extra staff ready as it continues to investigate the cause.
MARC makes schedule changes on Brunswick Line
Starting Monday, MARC Brunswick Line passengers will have to adjust their routines. Some trains will leave earlier than in the past.
Car acrobatics demonstrate red-light hazards (VIDEO)
Red-light camera footage of a tremendous crash in Roselle Park, NY has been making its rounds on the Internet recently. A 29-year-old sustained - amazingly - only minor injuries after the care he was driving careened through an intersection, ran into the diving wall and flipped up in the air.
Metro reviews train speeds after Green Line derailment
Following last week's derailment on the Green Line, Metro says it will change protocol for how fast trains should be going during periods of extreme heat.
D.C. ranks in top 10 for transit coverage
About a third of workers in the D.C. region can get to a job in 90 minutes or less when they use public transportation. This puts the area at 23rd in the nation for "labor access," when compared to places like Boston or Seattle.
Details of latest derailment expected
Metro officials are expected Thursday to release more details about the derailment, when members of the board's safety and security committee are briefed.
Why does ICC seem empty?
Some stretches of the InterCounty Connector remain empty, but that's not the case along the entire highway.
Virginia DMV electronic signups surpass 1 million
The number of people signed up to receive driver's license and vehicle registration renewals electronically from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles has surpassed 1 million.
Start-up company gets a big boost from D.C. Council
A rising car service company scored a big win in the District Tuesday.
Carmakers make move toward autopilot vehicles
Cars haven't quite reached the technology of the Jetsons yet, but there's no doubt they are getting smarter.
VDOT: Monthly E-ZPass fees for new customers only
Amid public outcry, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced Monday that it would step back its plans to charge E-ZPass users a $1 monthly fee.
Tips to keep your car's cool as summer heat looms
With temperatures expected to hover around 90 degrees Friday, you'll no doubt be reaching your car's A/C button.
Virginia Beach light rail supporters form PAC
Advocates of extending light rail into Virginia Beach have formed a political action committee.
Questions about Bay Bridge travel after derecho
Some say Friday night's derecho pushed them around on the bridge, and the bridge should have been closed to traffic sooner.
Loudoun votes to move Dulles rail forward
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has voted 5-4 to allow work on the second phase of the Dulles Metrorail Project to move forward.
Traffic lights not working at hundreds of intersections
Friday's power outages have left a lot of intersections in the dark on this Monday morning.
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