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Newsby StaffSeptember 5, 2018

Chicago Transit unveils newly modernized Blue Line station

In addition to accessibility upgrades, the project improved station and platform lighting, installed new security cameras, and provided new CTA Bus and Train Tracker displays.

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Newsby StaffAugust 16, 2018

UMA finds Chicago Party Bus Ordinance could negatively impact tours

Requires bus groups traveling within the city to have a security guard and camera on board when stopping at any restaurant or venue that serves alcohol.

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Newsby StaffAugust 14, 2018

L.A. Metro to be first in U.S. to install subway body scanners

The portable passenger screening technology will help detect weapon and explosive device security threats on the transit system.

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Newsby StaffAugust 14, 2018

CTA upgrading security cameras as part of 'Safe and Secure' program

Work is underway to upgrade old cameras to high-definition and add new cameras at four stations along the Blue Line.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2018

Maryland adding 70 New Flyer clean-diesel buses

Each bus is equipped numerous safety features including security cameras, an audible safe turn alert system, and curbside and street-side turn aid lights, as well as a factory-installed driver’s barrier to increase bus operator safety.

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Newsby StaffJune 13, 2018

APTA names winners of 2018 rail safety, security 'excellence' awards

The awards recognize public transportation organizations for their innovative and proactive safety and security programs.

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Newsby StaffMay 22, 2018

CTA upgrades 600 security cameras for rail safety program launch

Along with lighting improvements along the Green Line, the upgrade kicks off the first of several phases of the Safe & Secure program.

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Newsby StaffApril 19, 2018

Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus earns APTA Gold Safety, Security Award

BBB has steadily decreased its preventable accident rate from 2.21 accidents per 100,000 miles in fiscal year 2015 to 1.83 accidents per 100,000 miles in FY 2017.

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Newsby StaffApril 12, 2018

Cleveland RTA's bus system receives APTA's Gold Safety Award

Award will be presented with the honor for its achievements in safety, security, and operations in May at the APTA Bus and Paratransit Conference in Tampa, Fla.

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Newsby StaffMarch 7, 2018

DART staff join effort to communicate new security initiatives to riders

The agency is adding security officers and new cameras on platforms, buses, and trains.

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