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MTA Advances Accessibility Improvements in Brooklyn
Newsby StaffJune 17, 2026

New York MTA Leverages Zoning Program to Advance Station Accessibility

Accessibility enhancements at Nevins St Station will be financed through a development agreement tied to the MTA's Zoning for Accessibility initiative.

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A Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority bus stop and sign.
Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 1, 2026

MBTA Board Approves $10.3 Billion Capital Plan Through 2031

The five-year plan funds more than 660 projects aimed at improving reliability, modernizing infrastructure, and enhancing the rider experience across the MBTA system.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2026

California's OCTA Proposes 2026-27 Balanced Budget to Advance Transportation

The proposed budget, totaling approximately $2 billion, advances key transportation initiatives while ensuring all services, programs, and projects can be delivered to residents not only next year but well into the future.

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Siemens and LK Comstock photo for Fulton-Liberty Lines
Newsby StaffApril 27, 2026

NYC’s Fulton–Liberty Lines Get Digital Signal Upgrade from Siemens and L.K. Comstock

The Siemens CBTC System, Trainguard MT, in compliance with New York Subway Interoperability Interface Specifications, enables trains to run as close as 90 seconds apart, using next-generation signaling and continuous communication to keep operations moving seamlessly.

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A photo of RFTA's Glenwood Springs Maintenance Facility
Newsby StaffApril 23, 2026

Stantec in Colorado, STV in North Carolina Top Biz Briefs

Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.

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An overhead rendering of the Austin Transit Partnership rail system.
Newsby StaffApril 16, 2026

Austin Transit Partnership Names Contractor for Light Rail Operations Facility

The ATP board’s approval of the KAP team enables ATP to begin pre-construction activities, including advancing design, initiating permitting, and preparing the site for future construction.

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An NJ TRANSIT railcar at a station
Newsby StaffMarch 26, 2026

New Executive Order Targets Better Rider Experience on NJ TRANSIT

The Executive Order has two parts. Within 45 days from signing, the Commissioner of Transportation, in her capacity as Chair of the NJ TRANSIT board, will develop and send to the Governor a comprehensive plan to improve riders’ experiences. 

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An Amtrak Acela train at New York Penn Station
Newsby StaffMarch 24, 2026

Transportation Secretary Duffy, Amtrak Announce Progress on New York Penn Station Project

As part of the contract, the AECOM-LiRo NYPennT Joint Venture will work with Amtrak and the selected Master Developer to completely transform Penn Station, improving safety and operational efficiency, making the system more family-friendly, accommodating increased train and passenger capacity, and delivering a world-class experience to its growing passenger base, according to Amtrak officials.

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Photo of World Cup soccer ball.
Newsby StaffMarch 3, 2026

FTA Invests $100M to Strengthen Transit for 2026 World Cup

The funding will ensure communities can expand transit options to meet increased demand for services around stadiums.

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Stickers and a paper bus for S3 bus line
Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2026

Seattle's Sound Transit Breaks Ground on S3 Bus Line

S3 will connect communities along SR 522 with fast, reliable, battery-electric bus service from Shoreline South Station to Bothell via Kenmore and Lake Forest Park. 

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