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Articlesby Alex RomanOctober 1, 2025

Building LA’s Gondola to Dodger Stadium

METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman sat down with David Grannis, Executive Director of Zero Emissions Transit, on a recent episode of METROspectives to talk about the project’s history, technology, community impact, and future.

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Passengers sitting inside a subway car.
Newsby StaffOctober 1, 2025

MTA Board Adopts Fare and Toll Increases Taking Effect in 2026

The agency's adjustments to fare proposals aim to prioritize affordability and address customer feedback.

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An RTD East Lake Commuter Rail at Union Station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 29, 2025

RTD’s 2025 FasTracks Report Details Funding Challenges, Next Steps

With approximately 75% of FasTracks projects completed, the agency estimates $1.6 billion is needed to complete the four remaining corridors by 2034.

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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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Transit Dispatchesby Anna AllwrightSeptember 24, 2025

Why Transport Sustainability Should Focus on People Instead of Cars

Simply incentivizing electrification is not enough to make a meaningful impact; we must shift our focus toward prioritizing public transportation and infrastructure.

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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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A blue and white graphic with a headshot of Frank Di Giacomo and text reading "APTA Honors METRO's Former Publisher."
Newsby Alex RomanSeptember 18, 2025

METRO and SBF's Frank Di Giacomo Named to APTA's Hall of Fame

In addition, the association also named its outstanding public transit systems, partnerships, and individual awards for 2025.

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Image of the Golden Gate Bridge with text reading "California Lawmakers approve SB 63, Transit Funding Moves Forward."
Newsby StaffSeptember 18, 2025

California Lawmakers Greenlight Senate Bill 63, Transit Funding Heads to Next Phase

The bill sets the stage for a 2026 ballot measure that could secure long-term funding for Bay Area transit agencies and safeguard essential services.

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A blue and white graphic with The Current logo and text reading "C-TRAN Launches On-Demand Service in Battle Ground, Washington."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 16, 2025

C-TRAN Launches The Current On-Demand Service in Sixth Service Area

Learn more about C-TRAN's on-demand rideshare expanding into Battle Ground, Washington.

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