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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2025

California’s San Mateo County TA Awards $83M to Boost Transit Access, Connectivity

The investments, approved at the TA’s June board meeting, aim to reduce traffic congestion, improve regional connectivity, and expand equitable transportation infrastructure through two complementary grant programs.

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Newsby StaffJune 13, 2025

MARTA Approves NextGen Bus Network Redesign

The transformative initiative, which MARTA officials say will launch in late 2025, aims to deliver a smarter, faster, and more equitable transit experience across the Atlanta region.

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Articlesby Alex RomanJune 12, 2025

Consultant Q&A: AECOM's Diane Cowin on Planning, Innovation, and the Future of Transit

As Transit Market Leader for the Americas, she brings deep expertise in federal funding strategy, ESG-focused development, and equity-centered leadership.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 19, 2024

DOT Issues Final Rule Establishing Accessibility Standards for Pedestrian Facilities

U.S. DOT issues a final rule to establish standards for transit stops in the public right-of-way focusing on improving accessibility for transit riders.

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2024

Boston's MBTA Releases Strategic Plan Update

The report outlines substantial achievements across the system over the past year.

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Newsby StaffAugust 30, 2024

Keolis, MBTA Launch NaviLens Pilot to Help Blind, Low Vision Riders

The technology allows passengers who are blind or have low vision to navigate the stations with a smartphone app.

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Safety Cornerby Lottie WestfieldFebruary 27, 2024

Taking A Look at 5 Boston MBTA Accessibility Initiatives

Over the past two decades, the agency has progressed leaps and bounds in terms of improving accessibility for local citizens.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 3, 2024

TransLink Launches New Rapid Bus Line

The R6 will provide space for 20% more riders on the busiest bus corridor south of the Fraser River.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 2, 2024

BART Begins Testing New Fare Gates

The system is upgrading its fare gates for the first time in 20 years. BART has committed to opening 70-plus new fare gates systemwide by the end of 2025.

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Transit Dispatchesby Jackie Edwards September 5, 2023

Innovation Addresses the Needs of Older Adults, ADA Passengers in Rural Areas

Access to reliable transportation ensures that older adults and people with disabilities living in rural areas are able to get the healthcare they need.

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