Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Travel

Metro Discourages Cherry Blossom Visits by Closing Two Stations

Metro is shutting down the Smithsonian and Arlington Cemetery stations to reduce visits to view the cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin.

Metro Ready for Next Phase of Its Pandemic Plan Against Coronavirus

Metro held a COVID-19 meeting, announcing that it is preparing for alternate or reduced service options in the face of the ongoing outbreak.

DC Council Member Allen Works on Bill for Free Metro Rides

D.C. Council member Charles Allen is preparing to introduce a bill to provide a monthly subsidy of $100 for the District’s residents to cover their use of public transportation.

DC Continues Shuttle Service for Homeless Students After Reaction

The District decided to extend a shuttle service that transports homeless kids from New York Avenue to their schools, which was scheduled to end mid-March.

Apple Maps Includes Washington DC into 3D Street View Feature

The Washington, D.C. area is now part of the new “Look Around” feature in Apple Maps, along with Boston and Philadelphia.

Metro to Close Four Orange Line Stations for Platform Reconstruction This Summer

Metro is planning to shut down three Orange Line stations in Virginia during summer as part of its 2020 Platform Improvement Project.

DC Woman Brought Back to Life After Collapsing on Metro Thanks Rescuers

Arielle Baker, a woman who went into cardiac arrest at a Metro stop, was saved by two bystanders. She delivered a speech to express her gratitude.

Ignoring DC Bike Lanes to Prompt Fine for Drivers

The D.C. Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced that drivers caught violating bike lanes will face a ticket of $65 as of February 28.