Whatever your transportation headache, conundrum, or fantasy was this week, we may just have a story about it. Ever thought what Virginia might be like with reduced or free transit fare? Maybe you wished Baltimore's transit systems had better communication. Or possibly you just always wanted an opportunity to speak your mind about WMATA's budget. We have stories about all those things and more this week. Enjoy!
Maryland and Virginia may only be separated by a river, but many people in one place aren’t familiar with the other. Here’s a list showing areas of both that have a lot in common.
By George Kevin Jordan (Editor and Correspondent) • February 13, 2020
The Virginia Department of Transportation added a new traffic signal at West Branch Avenue and West Park Avenue, which sees more than 11,000 people each day.
By Wyatt Gordon (Virginia Correspondent) • February 10, 2020
A transportation plan from Governor Ralph Northam would allow transit agencies to run pilot programs to remove transit fares entirely or offer reduced fares for low-income residents.
By David Alpert (Executive Director) • February 11, 2020
It’s been in the news, at the WMATA Board, and here on Greater Greater Washington. Now, WMATA has officially opened up public comments for its next budget, which includes more late-night service, free transfers between bus and rail, fare increases, some bus service increases, and a larger number of bus cuts.
