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DART light rail and transit bus.
Newsby StaffApril 29, 2026

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Strengthens Safety with Expanded Security Presence

The approved contract modification will increase funding for transit security officer services to a total not-to-exceed amount of $32.1 million, ensuring a continued and visible security presence across DART’s buses, trains, stations, and facilities.

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A CTA railcar in a Chicago station
Newsby StaffMarch 11, 2026

CTA Sends Expanded Security Plan to FTA, Boosts Policing Hours by 75%

The Plan is CTA's formal response to an FTA Special Directive issued in December and details how the agency will significantly expand the law enforcement surge it launched.

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Anthony Incorvati cover photo for METROspectives
Sponsoredby Alex RomanMarch 5, 2026

The Future of Transit Safety with AXIS Communications’ Anthony Incorvati

Learn how technology is moving beyond passive recording to become an active operational tool.

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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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A overhead view of an LA Metro rail station platform.
Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2026

LA Metro Launches Care-Based Public Safety Division

The new division brings ambassadors, outreach, and crisis response together to improve safety, coordination, and rider experience systemwide.

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A Chicago Transit Authority rail line in the city.
Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2025

Federal Directive Targets Rising Chicago Transit Authority Assaults

The Federal Transit Administration is ordering the agency to update its safety plan and roll out security upgrades by mid-December, warning federal funds could be withheld.

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An image of a camera over a subway platform with text reading "How to Address Incivility in Transit."
Articlesby Elora HaynesNovember 17, 2025

Smarter Surveillance, Safer Transit: Tackling Incivility with Data and Innovation

From fare evasion analytics to audio-triggered alerts, Axis Communications camera systems are helping transit leaders target issues more precisely without compromising privacy or public trust.

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A woman with a bike waits on a rail platform for an incoming train.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 6, 2025

Phoenix’s Valley Metro Highlights Security Progress Across System

Valley Metro reports safer, cleaner rides with incidents down 50% and rider satisfaction up, due to stronger security and partnerships.

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ArticlesNovember 3, 2025

Ticket Validation Hardware Secures Payments for a Smoother Transit Ride

Ticket validators and readers play a crucial role in processing fares quickly and securely. Along with their convenience comes the responsibility of protecting passenger payment data from cyber threats.

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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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