New Metro budget lowers rail wait times without a fare increase

Metro’s proposed budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year comes with no fare increase while boosting bus service by 15% throughout ...

Metro's Yellow, Green lines delayed after cracked rail caused single-tracking

If you ride the Yellow or Green Line for your morning commute, leave yourself some extra time Friday morning. Both Metro ...

Metro awarded FTA grant to upgrade aging rail vehicles

In May of 2023, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded a grant of $196.2 million to Metro Transit for the replacement of aging MetroLink light rail vehicles. This was a ...
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Metrorail lowers train speeds as rail temps top 135°

As temperatures soar in the D.C. area, trains are moving more slowly. Metro, MARC and VRE trains were all operating with speed restrictions on Tuesday because of sweltering heat. Metro limited ...