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Construction workers guide material hanging from a crane.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 20, 2025

Santa Clara VTA Confirms Single Bore Design for BART Silicon Valley Phase II

The agency has endorsed a large single-bore tunnel as the preferred design for Phase II, citing reduced risk, lower costs, and minimal downtown disruption.

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Passengers at a station boarding an RTD train.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 16, 2025

RTD Outlines Cost-Saving Measures and Debt Strategy in 2026 Budget

The agency will implement cost-saving measures in 2026 to maintain service levels, fulfill core functions, and retain its workforce.

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The back of three SEPTA Transit Police.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 15, 2025

Crime on SEPTA Continues to Drop, New Quarterly Report Shows

The Philadelphia agency's quarterly data shows reductions in seven of the eight serious crime categories, including aggravated assaults and thefts.

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OCTA Board Members and staff pose in front of an OCTA bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 14, 2025

California’s OCTA Wave Card Launches with Free Rides and Fare Capping for Riders

Wave users automatically get the best fare and enjoy free rides during the launch promotion. Additional payment options offer flexibility and convenience for all OC bus passengers.

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CTA's Racine Blue Line Station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 13, 2025

Chicago's Racine Blue Line Station Reopens After Major Accessibility Overhaul

Racine Blue Line station was rebuilt as part of the All Stations Accessibility Program, the CTA's blueprint for making all of its rail stations vertically accessible.

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A Metra train operating in the snow.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 13, 2025

Chicago's Metra Unveils 2026 Budget of $1.1 Billion, Includes First Fare Increase Since 2018

The agency reports no planned service cuts as it seeks public input and prepares for looming funding gaps after COVID relief ends.

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Low view of a Caltrain platform with a train parked at it with passengers nearby.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 9, 2025

Caltrain's Electric Trains Now Earn Money While Powering the Grid

Due to a new state policy and clean energy partnerships, Caltrain will be compensated for the renewable electricity its trains generate through regenerative braking.

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Multiple SamTrans public transit buses lined up.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 9, 2025

SamTrans Board Adopts Passenger Suspension Policy

The new policy allows the agency to remove riders who threaten safety or disrupt service to protect passengers and transit workers.

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A blue Lawrence Transit on-demand service bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 8, 2025

Kansas' Lawrence Transit Weighs Fare Reinstatement for On-Demand Rides in 2026

As grant support winds down, officials are gathering public feedback on a $3 fare proposal aimed at sustaining the service and improving trip availability.

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Aerial view of a Metro-North train passing through the gantry system.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 7, 2025

MTA Announces Phase One Milestone of Park Avenue Viaduct Replacement Project

New York's MTA celebrates major progress on the Park Avenue Viaduct project, rebuilding vital rail infrastructure to improve reliability and safety.

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