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MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber stands at a podium in front of a crowd outside the JPMorganChase building.
Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2025

New York MTA Unveils Public-Private Plan to Rebuild Grand Central Train Shed

Two public-private partnerships will accelerate reconstruction of the Grand Central Train Shed, a critical yet aging piece of agency infrastructure.

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An image of a public transit bus approaching a bus stop with text reading "USDOT Invests $2 Billion in Modernizing Transit Bus Infrastructure."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 20, 2025

USDOT Invests $2 Billion in Modernizing Transit Bus Infrastructure

From Houston to Iowa, new federal grants are transforming bus fleets and facilities across 45 states. See which projects made the list.

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Newsby StaffNovember 17, 2025

Philadelphia's SEPTA Completes FRA-Mandated Silverliner IV Inspections

The FRA outlined 14 safety-related requirements in an Emergency Order issued on Oct. 1 in response to recent fires involving the Silverliner IV fleet.

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A blurry image of a subway vehicle passing by.
Newsby Elora HaynesNovember 14, 2025

Shutdown Ends, Fiscal Pressures Continue for Transit Sector

Though core transit funding held steady during the record-long shutdown, temporary fixes and growing federal debt signal uncertainty for future infrastructure and operations support.

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A blue and white graphic with text reading "US Voters Fast-Tracked $11.8 Billion for Public Transportation."
Newsby StaffNovember 10, 2025

US Voters Fast-Tracked $11.8 Billion for Public Transportation

Voters across five states approved 13 of 16 public transit measures on Election Day, securing funding for expansions, operations, and infrastructure improvements nationwide.

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Transit Dispatchesby Timothy MenardOctober 29, 2025

Why Transit Leaders Require Better Tools for Operational Clarity In Today’s Tech-Fragmented Environment

Across North America and beyond, transit agency officials are contending with a perfect storm of operational headaches and strategic challenges that hamper daily service and long-term progress.

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Officials and community advocates cut a purple ribbon at Franklin Station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 22, 2025

Boston's MBTA Celebrates Accessibility Upgrade at Franklin Station

The agency's innovative mini-high platform design brings level boarding to the Franklin/Foxboro Commuter Rail.

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Newsby StaffOctober 16, 2025

Proposed Chicago Pace Budget Maintains Service, Raises Fares 10%

The proposed budget maintains current suburban fixed route service levels and invests in critical infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffOctober 16, 2025

MDOT, Detroit, and Michigan Central Collaborate on New Multimodal Transit Hub

Designed to bring robust transportation infrastructure and enhanced multimodal connectivity options to the city.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2025

Senate Confirms New FMCSA, FRA Administrators

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy welcomed Derek Barrs as the 8th Administrator of the FMCSA and David Fink as the 16th Administrator of the FRA.

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