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Newsby StaffMay 7, 2010

Houston Metro chief resigns

As part of the resignation, the Board authorized Chairman Gilbert Garcia to sign a Mutual Termination and General Release agreement with Wilson.

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Newsby StaffMarch 24, 2010

Coach America adds 11 Van Hools

Anaheim, Calif. division of Coach America took delivery of three TD925 coaches, while eight Van Hool ADA-equipped C2045Es have been added to its Woodland commuter fleet in Houston.

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Newsby StaffMarch 18, 2010

Bus driver at fault in crash with Houston railcar

The Houston Metro bus driver ran a red light, officials say. However, the driver insists that the light appeared to be green.

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Newsby StaffMarch 18, 2010

PB to manage HSR initiatives in 4 states

Has also has been selected as one of several consultants for the Southern High-Speed Rail Commission, a three-state authority charged with planning implementation of high-speed rail among Atlanta, New Orleans and Houston.

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Newsby StaffMarch 12, 2010

Houston Metro to roll out 20 MCI Commuters

The 55-seat capacity coach vehicles offer patrons cushioned seating, as well a smooth, quiet ride.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 23, 2010

San Francisco Muni taps new director of transit

John J. Haley joins Muni from the Metropolitan Transit Authority in Houston. As the vice president of Infrastructure and Service Development at Metro, Haley implemented new bus rapid transit and commuter rail services.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 10, 2010

Houston Metro suspends driver

An operator for 10 years, Reginald Rideout has been involved in three accidents during his employment, two of which were minor, but deemed preventable, according to Houston Metro.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 4, 2010

Feds raid Houston bus companies

Twenty-two people have been charged with conspiracy to transport illegal immigrants, with each conviction carrying a maximum prison sentence of 10 years and a fine of up to $250,000.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 3, 2010

Houston TranStar introduces iPhone app

New iPhone-optimized Website takes advantage of the advanced functionality of the iPhone platform, enabling users to view speed maps, weather radar, estimated travel times, roadway cameras, incidents, road and construction closures, and message signs.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 12, 2010

Clean Energy to build, operate 3 CNG fueling stations

Contracts with parking shuttle and ground transportation operators at international airports in Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and Las Vegas.

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