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Metro probing power problems that led to delays

Metro says it's investigating the cause of power problems that tripped up the morning rush-hour commute along the Red Line.

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Red Line running again after train stuck in tunnel

Metro says all Red Line service has been restored, but its Red Line trains are traveling at 35 mph until the transit agency determines what caused a power problem Wednesday morning.

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Metro allows folding bicycles during rush hour

Metro says it is allowing folding bicycles on its subway trains during rush hour.

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Metro delays after Green Line train hits deer

Riders may be experiencing a bit of delay on Metro's Green Line after a train hit a deer.

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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.

Tags: Metro, rush plus, blue line, Yellow Line, Adam Tuss, Stephanie Steinberg

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Metro to hold hearings on bus service next month

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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.

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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.

Tags: Sept. 11, Metro, Amtrak, Adam Tuss, wmata

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D.C. councilmember seeks fund for flooding victims

A D.C. councilmember is calling for the establishment of a relief fund for victims of flooding in the Bloomingdale neighborhood over the weekend.

Tags: traffic, Metro, flooding, weather

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Metro requires minimum balance for SmarTrip cards

Metro is implementing a minimum balance requirement for SmarTrip cards to enter the transit system, and SmarTrip users can add money to their cards online.

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