Portland Police Bureau, Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, and Port of Portland Police Department additions increase Transit Police staffing to 31.

The Philadelphia agency's quarterly data shows reductions in seven of the eight serious crime categories, including aggravated assaults and thefts.

Vehicles improperly using busways and bus lanes, blocking bus stops, or illegally double-parked will receive warning notices in the mail for an initial...

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy welcomed Derek Barrs as the 8th Administrator of the FMCSA and David Fink as the 16th Administrator of the FRA.

The new policy allows the agency to remove riders who threaten safety or disrupt service to protect passengers and transit workers.

Federal Transit Administrator Marc Molinaro recently addressed the crowd at the APTA's TRANSform Conference, which was held Sept. 14 to 17 in Boston.

CATS expands safety efforts with new bike and UTV patrols, enhanced training, and closer coordination with local law enforcement.

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

Supported by legislation enacted this year, the agency will begin to issue permanent or temporary bans across all modes, including Local Bus, Light Rail,...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup promises to be one of the most significant public events in North American history, with the tournament expanding from 32 to 48...

METRO Executive Editor Alex Roman recently had the opportunity to speak with LYT’s Founder and CEO, Timothy Menard, about how the company’s updated product...

Three students on the motorcoach and three people in a passenger vehicle were killed. More than 40 other people were injured.

The new agreement among USRC, Amtrak, and the Federal Railroad Administration will expedite restoration efforts, enhance security, and stimulate new...

The four rail safety grants support installing safety fencing, grade crossing upgrades, and a trespassing alert system.

The shift has given rise to a new frontier in passenger convenience, where Human Machine Interface technologies are not only functional tools but also...

Whether someone is taking the bus for the first time, returning after a break, or learning a new route, the Bus Buddy program pairs them with a RIPTA staff...

The Federal Transit Administration will evaluate CATS' compliance with federal safety directives after multiple violent incidents in 2025.

The virtual scenarios allow officers to train in a safe environment and assess multiple options for addressing threats.

Customer reports of illegal drug activity decreased an average of 65% per month in 2025 when compared to the same period last year.

Learn how Santa Monica's new ABLE program uses onboard cameras to catch vehicles blocking transit lanes and stops.

Throughout 2025, officers are conducting between 300,000 and 400,000 fare checks a month on the rail system, the agency reported.

NYPD statistics show robberies are down 16.7%, felony assaults down 9.3%, and grand larcenies down 6%. Notably, there were no burglaries the entire month of...

Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics underscores this two-fold challenge. By 2033, the country is projected to see 1.9 million job openings in...

Halfway through 2025, the MTA is on track to install barriers at more than 100 subway stations by the end of the year.

Autonomous vehicle technology has advanced dramatically and will likely reach mass markets in 2027. We examine how the technology is developed and what it...

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

The move follows significant public support for the Transit Ambassador initiative and sets the stage for Metro to employ ambassadors, previously contracted...

Nominations are evaluated on four criteria: effectiveness, benefit level, innovation, and transferability.

Enabled by California Senate Bill 1417, the program grants the agency authority to restrict service access for individuals involved in repeated policy...

Survey results reflect rider-reported improvements in safety, vehicle cleanliness, on-time performance, and the agency’s overall value

Across the U.S., municipalities and transit agencies are grappling with a growing challenge: ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation in...

The agency completes systemwide rollout of ATO, improving speed, safety, and reliability while reducing travel times and paving the way for a more modern,...

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

The redesigned portal consolidates and modernizes information from two legacy FRA websites, including one developed in the 1990s, to deliver an easier, more...

The Seattle agency has committed to adding safety partitions to its fleet of roughly 1,400 buses to improve safety conditions for bus operators.

A new industry guide arms transit and motorcoach fleet managers with the tools and strategies they need to safeguard operations, passengers, and personnel...

Six small and mid-sized transit systems in Illinois are participating in a first-of-its-kind, AI-powered vulnerability assessment designed to close...

From backup fuel plans to creative relocation strategies and consultant-led coordination, transit agencies are rethinking disaster response with a...

Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner will fully restore service on June 7 following completion of Phase 1 coastal stabilization work led by OCTA,...

The final restriction — a 400-foot southbound segment near Southmoor Station — was lifted after targeted repairs were completed during routine overnight...

Driver fatigue, poor oversight, and a shortage of safe truck parking contributed to a deadly 2023 collision in Illinois, prompting new NTSB safety...

The latest study — “Does the Transit Industry Understand the Risks of Cybersecurity and Are the Risks Being Appropriately Prioritized?” — paints a sobering...

This part of phase two marks a significant milestone in Metro's efforts to reduce congestion and ensure smooth and timely bus operations.

With more than 35 years of law enforcement experience, including eight years as Chief of Police in San Francisco and 27 years with the LAPD, Bill Scott...

The initiative aims to provide educational resources and information to encourage customers and community members to identify and report human trafficking.

Proper workwear is critical to protect these workers, boost their comfort, and enhance their performance.

The programs align with Gov. Tony Evers’ statewide recognition of apprenticeships as a cornerstone of Wisconsin’s workforce development strategy.

At a swearing-in ceremony held at METRO headquarters, MPD welcomed 11 new hires in front of friends, loved ones, and local officials.

Over the last two years, the MTA has implemented a series of strategic measures to reduce fare evasion centered around equity, education, enforcement, and...

In the first quarter of 2022, RTD logged approximately 5,000 security-related calls for service at Union Station, compared with 2,127 in the first quarter...