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Rendering of the upgraded Derby-Shelton Train Station
Newsby StaffMay 4, 2026

CTDOT Launches Four-Station Upgrades on Waterbury Line

Construction on all four stations is beginning now and is anticipated to be completed by spring 2028.

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East Colfax BRT
Newsby StaffMay 4, 2026

Denver RTD breaks ground on Aurora segment of East Colfax BRT

The beginning of the final BRT segment advances construction across all five segments, reflecting steady progress toward shorter travel times, improved accessibility, and a more dependable connection to jobs, businesses, and community destinations.

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A group of people stand in the Harlem-148 Street 3 Station and pose during a ribbon cutting ceremony.
Newsby StaffMay 4, 2026

New Accessibility Upgrades Open at Harlem Subway Station

A new ADA-compliant ramp and station upgrades improve access, enhance the rider experience, and deliver millions in cost savings for the MTA.

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Erin Hockman
Newsby StaffMay 4, 2026

UPDATED: Iowa's DART Taps New CEO, Deputy CEO/COO

Erin Hockman will officially assume the role on May 7, as current CEO Amanda Wanke departs to take a leadership position with Metro Transit in the Twin Cities.

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Caltrain trains on tracks
Newsby StaffMay 1, 2026

Caltrain Survey Shows Record-High Rider Approval

The survey showed that commute trips still make up the majority of ridership, with most riders boarding 2 to 3 days a week, reflecting hybrid work schedules. Two-thirds of Caltrain riders have access to a car, while 37% of Caltrain riders are considered low-income.

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A VIA bus
Newsby StaffMay 1, 2026

San Antonio's VIA Launches Next Round of Bus Improvements

The changes are designed to reduce overall travel time, shorten wait times, and get customers to their destinations more quickly.

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Federal Reserve Bank visiting ENC
Newsby StaffMay 1, 2026

Fed Leaders Highlight Growth, U.S. Manufacturing at ENC

The visit is part of the SF Fed's ongoing engagement with major employers and industries across Southern California and, more broadly, the western U.S. to better understand regional economic conditions and business outlooks.

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A expanse of highway in Colorado with text reading "FMCSA Tightens Clearinghouse Verification to Strengthen Driver Records."
Newsby StaffApril 30, 2026

FMCSA Tightens Clearinghouse Verification to Strengthen Driver Records

New ID requirements for employers and service providers aim to improve data accuracy and oversight for motorcoach and commercial drivers.

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A snowy bridge construction staging zone.
Newsby StaffApril 30, 2026

USDOT Reboots Key Bridge Contract, Expands Infrastructure Funding Nationwide

Maryland to rebid major bridge contract as the Build America Bureau commits $20 million to accelerate project planning and public-private partnerships across 17 states.

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DART light rail and transit bus.
Newsby StaffApril 29, 2026

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Strengthens Safety with Expanded Security Presence

The approved contract modification will increase funding for transit security officer services to a total not-to-exceed amount of $32.1 million, ensuring a continued and visible security presence across DART’s buses, trains, stations, and facilities.

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