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.

Discover how data analytics in public transportation improves operations and enhances rider satisfaction.

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.

For agencies, succeeding with payments and other aspects of finance in the public sector requires balancing uncertainties, budgets and public expectations....

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...

Operation Lifesaver has awarded $219,155 for rail safety public awareness campaigns in 11 states.

In fact, according to the new quarterly data, there were reductions in shootings and aggravated assaults compared to the same period last year on...

When private vehicles use designated lanes, agencies are forced to assess the impact the behavior has on city-wide congestion and public safety.

The agency's employees will visit one of the railroad’s 243 stations during the morning rush hour, distributing educational materials about train and grade...

The board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing OCTA CEO Darrell E. Johnson to take all necessary steps to protect a vital stretch of track through...

The awards recognize transit organizations for their innovative and proactive programs.

Denver’s RTD reported their 2024 safety metrics, which show improvements across the board. They will continue to implement programs to further improve...

OCTA’s first action was to issue a request for information for contractors to provide dredging and transport options to expedite the sand placement...

In our latest edition of METROspectives, On Your Mark Transportation's Mark Szyperski joins METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss the need for bus...

The purpose of the banning policy is to prohibit a person who commits a sex or sex-related crime or any assault on a WMATA employee, contractor, or customer...

Day-to-day “fires” may be stressful, but you’re used to putting them out, right? But are you prepared for a literal fire? What would you do if your office...

Metro first will focus fare inspections on RapidRide routes, other high-ridership bus routes. and the Seattle Streetcar.

At the top of the agency's list of strategies is an increased number of RTD Transit Police officers patrolling the system, an effort that has now resulted...