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NewsAugust 18, 2022

Case Study: Revvo and Harding University

In early 2022, Revvo provided its real-time tire management systems to the Harding University Parking and Transportation department.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 17, 2022

L.A. Metro Taps Partner for Transit Ambassador Program

Strive will collaborate with local community-based organizations to offer a trauma-informed and rider assistance solution.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 16, 2022

MTI Study Shows How Changing Patterns of Violence Pose New Challenges for Public Transport

It found that countries with advanced economies account for a growing percentage of incidents worldwide, with the U.S. taking the lead in the total number of incidents and number of fatalities.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 16, 2022

COTA Board Makes Income Assistance Program Permanent

The Income Assistance Pilot Program launched in March to extend eligibility for transit discounts to individuals who receive public income assistance.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Louis PrejeanAugust 11, 2022

Safe and Secure: Transit Agencies Push for Community Improvement

From helping societal problems like homelessness and mental health to adding more security officers, these agencies are providing an example of how transit can help a community.

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Photo GalleriesAugust 9, 2022

MTA Captures Lightning at the Verrazzano Narrows Bridge During Storm

New York State is considered to have a “moderate” occurrence of lightning, with 3.8 strikes occurring per square mile each year, according to the National Weather Service. 

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ArticlesAugust 2, 2022

4 Ways Metrolinx is Making Transit Easier for People with Vision Loss

Metrolinx’s wayfinding team, in charge of signage and other information systems, has put a major focus on ensuring that transit is accessible for everyone. Learn more about the systems they’ve implemented.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 29, 2022

FHWA Makes $7B Available to Help Build Resilient Infrastructure

The formula funding will help states and communities better prepare for and respond to extreme weather events like wildfires, flooding, and extreme heat.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 29, 2022

St. Louis Metro: Damage from Record Rainfall, Flash Flooding Estimated at $18 to $20M

The agency is requesting emergency federal and state funding to help cover the losses caused by the unprecedented weather event.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 27, 2022

FRA Proposed Rule Looks to Enhance Train Safety, Codify Train Crew Size

The rule would require a minimum of two train crewmembers for over-the-road railroad operations, with some exceptions for certain low risk operations and circumstances where mitigating measures are in place to protect railroad employees, the public, and the environment.

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