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Managementfrom News/Media ReleaseJune 25, 2026

North Carolina’s CATS Celebrates 50 Years of Public Transit

The milestone event honored generations of transit workers and showcased how public transportation has evolved into a multimodal system serving one of the nation's fastest-growing regions.

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A group of people with confetti cannons and a Pace transit bus.
Zero Emissionsfrom News/Media ReleaseJune 25, 2026

Chicago’s Pace Deploys 24 Hybrid-Electric Buses in Will County

The new buses reduce emissions and fuel consumption while advancing the agency's long-term goal of transitioning to a fully zero-emission fleet.

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Endera electric buses for California’s Mendocino Transit Authority
Technologyby StaffJune 25, 2026

Biz Briefs: Endera Delivers to California, Safety Vision Teams with San Antonio's VIA, and More

From manufacturers and suppliers to transit agencies and motorcoach operators, these updates offer a snapshot of the projects, partnerships and business moves driving the industry forward.

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Shovels standing in dirt with a zero emissions bus in the background.
Zero Emissionsfrom Staff and News ReportsJune 24, 2026

DASH Breaks Ground on First On-Route Electric Bus Chargers in D.C. Region

The fast-charging infrastructure will help extend electric bus range, improve fleet utilization, and support DASH's goal of transitioning to a fully zero-emission fleet.

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Seniors exiting an OCTA van.
Managementfrom News/Media ReleaseJune 24, 2026

OCTA Extends Senior Mobility Program Agreements Through 2031

The Measure M-funded program has provided nearly 3.5 million trips and will continue helping thousands of older adults maintain independence and access essential services.

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An Amtrak image of Penn Station with streetview.
Railfrom Staff and News ReportsJune 23, 2026

Amtrak Finalizes Pre-Development Agreement for Penn Station Overhaul

The agreement advances plans for a $7 billion to $8 billion transformation of New York's busiest transit hub, with construction expected to begin by the end of 2027.

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A VIA Metropolitan PRIMO bus
Busby StaffJune 23, 2026

VIA's Silver Line Clears Environmental Review, Advances Toward Construction

The VIA Rapid Green Line is currently under construction, with service expected to begin in April 2028.

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CTTC Bolsters Statewide Workforce Development
Managementby StaffJune 19, 2026

CTTC Enhances Transit Workforce Pipeline Through New Partnerships and Leadership

The group's latest initiatives focus on developing talent, expanding training opportunities and addressing workforce needs across the transit sector.

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A San Diego Metropolitan Transit System trolley wrapped with a Padres player advertisement.
Managementfrom Staff and News ReportsJune 19, 2026

San Diego MTS Keeps Service Intact With New FY 2027 Budget

The approved spending plan avoids route cuts and lays the groundwork for addressing transit funding challenges through the end of the decade.

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Technologyby Elora HaynesJune 19, 2026

Optibus Launches AI Agent Designed Specifically for Public Transit Operations

The new platform-embedded AI agent supports transit staff with scheduling, driver assignments and real-time operational decisions.

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