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Newsby Elora HaynesFebruary 5, 2026

Free Rides, Civil Rights, and the Legacy of Rosa Parks in 2026

Transit agencies across the U.S. commemorated Transit Equity Day with zero fares and a renewed focus on access and equity.

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A graphic with an image of the CATS Blue Line and text reading "FTA Cites 18 Safety Violations at CATS Following Federal Audit."
Newsby StaffFebruary 3, 2026

Federal Transit Administration Cites 18 Safety Violations at CATS Following Audit

The audit found multiple safety compliance failures at the Charlotte agency, citing elevated assault risks and ordering corrective action within 30 days.

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Inside image a transit vehicle.
Newsby Elora HaynesOctober 6, 2025

North Carolina's CATS Implements New Security Measures to Strengthen Public Safety

CATS expands safety efforts with new bike and UTV patrols, enhanced training, and closer coordination with local law enforcement.

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Image of the Blue Line light rail in Charlotte, NC. Text reads: "FTA Launches Investigation of North Carolina CATS System."
Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2025

FTA Launches Investigation of North Carolina CATS' Security Spending & Safety Plans

The Federal Transit Administration will evaluate CATS' compliance with federal safety directives after multiple violent incidents in 2025.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 20, 2024

RATP Dev Lands N.C. Operations Contract

The operations contract, previously a management contract, has been awarded for an initial term of five years, with the option for renewal for up to two additional years.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 14, 2024

Feds Announce $900K in Grants to Support Intercity Passenger Rail

Created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the IRC Program provides new opportunities to entities implementing IRCs to advance multi-state and regional passenger rail service efforts.

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Transit Dispatchesby Mary Scott NabersJanuary 3, 2024

$8B Rail Project Funding Should Stir Interest in 2024

In December, the FRA announced $8.1 billion in funding for passenger rail projects. The funding is a part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act that Congress passed several years ago, but the funding now is flowing aggressively.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 16, 2023

RATP Dev USA Awarded GoDurham Fixed-Route Operations Contract

The contract will have a service start date of July 1 and a five-year base term, with the potential for up to two option years.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 8, 2023

Biz Briefs: Beep Expands AV Route, Tolar Delivers Bus Shelters, and More

Get the latest from Beep, Tolar Manufacturing Company, Equans, and GIRO.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 14, 2023

NCDOT, Beep Partner for AV Testing Projects

NCDOT and Beep will test applicable use cases for shared, electric, and autonomous shuttles.

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