METRO Briefs

NY MTA passes ‘doomsday’ budget

NEW YORK– The Mass Transportation Authority approved a “doomsday” budget that will rely on fair hikes and service cuts. The agency also had a message for both state and federal governments: “Help!” For the full story, click here.

DC Metro plans Inauguration Day charges

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority approved a measure, recommended by its GM John B. Catoe, to charge customers rush hour fares and $4 to park at station lots on Inauguration Day. For the full story, click here.

MCI reorganization plan approved

SCHAUMBURG,Ill.– A U.S. Bankruptcy judge ruled that MCI can send its reorganization plan out for a vote of its creditors. For the full story, click here.