Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Travel

DC-295 Reopens After Collapse of Pedestrian Bridge, Caused by Truck

DC-295 reopened after it was shut down because of the collapse of a pedestrian bridge in Northeast DC, injuring five people.

Metro to Have 100 Percent Zero-Emission Bus Fleet by 2045

Metro is planning to switch to 100 percent zero-emission bus purchases by 2030, and have its bus fleet 100 percent zero-emission by 2045.

Metro Riders Can Pay Their Fares via Android Phones, WMATA Says

Android phone users can now pay fares on the DC area Metro system using SmarTrip on the Google Pay app, instead of the physical cards.

DC Brings Back All Parking Enforcement Starting June 1

The District is ending its temporary relaxation in parking enforcement that was in place during the COVID-19 pandemic beginning June 1.

Metro Issues Climate Bonds to Support Sustainable Transportation

Metro announced Wednesday that it is releasing Climate Bonds Certified green bonds to provide a sustainable, cost-effective transportation service to the DC area.

Metro Temporarily Waives Fee for Extended Service During Special Events

Metro will provide extra rail service for approved special events and temporarily waive the fee charged to organizers.

DC Invests $10 Million in Road Safety, More Speed Cameras

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the city's investment of $10 million to improve safety measures at intersections and on roads.

Metrobus to Expand Late-Night Service, Reopen More Routes in Early June

Metrobus is expanding late-night service and restoring more of the pre-pandemic routes, beginning Sunday, June 6.