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ArticlesSeptember 29, 2025

The World Cup Stress Test: Are U.S. Cities Ready for Potential Gridlock?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup promises to be one of the most significant public events in North American history, with the tournament expanding from 32 to 48 teams and matches scheduled across 16 cities.

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Articlesby Alex RomanSeptember 25, 2025

Inside Look: LYT Redesigns Platform for Smarter Transit Management

METRO Executive Editor Alex Roman recently had the opportunity to speak with LYT’s Founder and CEO, Timothy Menard, about how the company’s updated product came about and its potential impact on the public transit industry.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 25, 2025

NTSB Issues Safety Recommendations After Fatal Ohio Motorcoach Crash

Three students on the motorcoach and three people in a passenger vehicle were killed. More than 40 other people were injured.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 23, 2025

Amtrak, USRC Agree to Restore Federal Control of Washington Union Station

The new agreement among USRC, Amtrak, and the Federal Railroad Administration will expedite restoration efforts, enhance security, and stimulate new economic development.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 23, 2025

Florida Lands $42M in Fed Funding for Rail Safety Improvements

The four rail safety grants support installing safety fencing, grade crossing upgrades, and a trespassing alert system.

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ArticlesSeptember 22, 2025

How Transit Systems Are Embracing Smarter, Cleaner, and More Convenient Interfaces

The shift has given rise to a new frontier in passenger convenience, where Human Machine Interface technologies are not only functional tools but also critical touchpoints for satisfaction and safety.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 12, 2025

RIPTA Launches New ‘Bus Buddy’ Program

Whether someone is taking the bus for the first time, returning after a break, or learning a new route, the Bus Buddy program pairs them with a RIPTA staff member who will ride alongside and provide step-by-step guidance.

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Image of the Blue Line light rail in Charlotte, NC. Text reads: "FTA Launches Investigation of North Carolina CATS System."
Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2025

FTA Launches Investigation of North Carolina CATS' Security Spending & Safety Plans

The Federal Transit Administration will evaluate CATS' compliance with federal safety directives after multiple violent incidents in 2025.

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A RTD transit police offer holds up a tablet showing virtual reality training while an officer in the background stands with a VR headset on.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 3, 2025

RTD Transit Police Use Virtual Reality Tech to Enhance Real-World Skills

The virtual scenarios allow officers to train in a safe environment and assess multiple options for addressing threats.

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Two RTD transit police officers walk along a track with a police dog on a leash.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 29, 2025

Denver's RTD Sees Reports of Illicit Drug Activity Decrease for 13 Consecutive Months

Customer reports of illegal drug activity decreased an average of 65% per month in 2025 when compared to the same period last year.

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