Dr. Gridlock: Metro


Posted at 10:30 AM ET, 05/20/2013

The week ahead: Plenty of road, rail work before Memorial Day rush
By Robert Thomson
Metrorail is working on all lines at night. The Silver Line project is busy, as are the highway departments.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:30 AM ET, 05/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Memorial Day, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 04:22 PM ET, 05/17/2013

Fight on Red Line train at Gallery Place, arrest made
By Dana Hedgpeth
Fight on Metro's Red Line, one arrested

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  04:22 PM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:26 PM ET, 05/17/2013

Metro weekend work is relentless, and still disruptive, riders say
By Robert Thomson
Managers are pretty much sticking to the aggressive program they outlined in 2011, despite the complaints.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:26 PM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, Weekend work, WMATA

Posted at 10:22 AM ET, 05/17/2013

The weekend and beyond: Metro delays, I-95 work, festivals, Capitol Hill race
By Robert Thomson
Metro is working on three rail lines. The major road work delays are likely to be on I-95 south of D.C.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:22 AM ET, 05/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  95 Express Lanes, Capitol Hill Classic, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Taste of Arlington, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation

Posted at 03:40 PM ET, 05/15/2013

Capital Rail Constructors group wins Silver Line contract
By Lori Aratani
Capital Rail Constructors has won the contract to build the second phase of the Silver Line rail extension, which will include a stop at Dulles International Airport.

By Lori Aratani  |  03:40 PM ET, 05/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  dulles rail, Metro, mwaa, Silver Line

Posted at 06:31 PM ET, 05/14/2013

Red Line service suspended between Takoma and Forest Glen
By Mark Berman
Smoke at the Silver Spring station has closed that stop.

By Mark Berman  |  06:31 PM ET, 05/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 07:37 AM ET, 05/14/2013

Normal service resumes on Blue, Orange lines
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains on both lines are single-tracking between College Park and Prince George's Plaza. There are delays in both directions

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  07:37 AM ET, 05/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 10:06 AM ET, 05/13/2013

The week ahead: Chinatown crowds, I-95 paving, Silver Line work
By Robert Thomson
Metro has late-night work on all lines. Road and transit projects are active throughout the D.C. region.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:06 AM ET, 05/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Capitals, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation

Posted at 05:23 PM ET, 05/09/2013

Wrong parts ordered for Metro escalators
By Dana Hedgpeth
Wrong parts ordered for Metro escalators, work delayed

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  05:23 PM ET, 05/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 05:22 PM ET, 05/09/2013

Metro explains rail yard derailment
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  05:22 PM ET, 05/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 05/09/2013

Jim Graham seeks indemnification in Metro land deal
By Dana Hedgpeth
The D.C. Council member was involved in a controversial Metro real estate deal while serving on the transit agency's board of directors.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:40 PM ET, 05/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:49 AM ET, 05/09/2013

Metro transit police chief promises internal investigation
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:49 AM ET, 05/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  aclu, Metro, metro transit police, WMATA

Posted at 09:01 AM ET, 05/09/2013

Metro delays on Blue, Orange lines due to disabled train
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains heading toward Franconia and Vienna are experiencing residual delays due to a disabled train at Foggy Bottom.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  09:01 AM ET, 05/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 12:22 PM ET, 05/07/2013

Metro grades itself and says things are improving
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro is doing better, according to its own analysis.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:22 PM ET, 05/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 12:09 PM ET, 05/07/2013

Robberies up on Metro system, iPhones popular among thieves
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro says many of incidents involve electronic device snatchings

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:09 PM ET, 05/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 04:05 PM ET, 05/06/2013

Metro weekend work to affect four lines -- again
By Robert Thomson
It's getting difficult for riders to tell the weekends apart during these years of maintenance disruptions

By Robert Thomson  |  04:05 PM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 05/06/2013

The week ahead: Late-night Metrorail delays, Silver Line lane closings
By Robert Thomson
Riders may encounter week night delays on four Metro lines. Drivers should watch for lane closings in Tysons and along Route 267.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:11 AM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation

Posted at 08:23 AM ET, 05/06/2013

Red Line delays due to signal problem
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains on the Red and Green lines are experiencing delays in both directions due to signal problems this morning.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:23 AM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 10:43 AM ET, 05/03/2013

The weekend and beyond: Metro work on four lines, charity run Sunday, bridge closing
By Robert Thomson
Travelers also should watch for I-95 delays in Northern Virginia.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:43 AM ET, 05/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  11th Street Bridge, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Race for Hope, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation

Posted at 09:02 AM ET, 05/03/2013

What does it take to get banned from a transit system?
By Mark Berman
The BART system in California will soon have the power to ban travelers for up to a year. So that got us thinking: What does it take for Metro to refuse travelers?

By Mark Berman  |  09:02 AM ET, 05/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 06:28 AM ET, 05/01/2013

Major Red Line delays during morning rush
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains are single-tracking between NoMa-Gallaudet and Fort Totten stations.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  06:28 AM ET, 05/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, D.C. transportation, Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 06:32 PM ET, 04/30/2013

Metro will stay open late for Capitals games
By Mark Berman
Metro will stay open late for any Capitals playoff game that is still going after 11 p.m.

By Mark Berman  |  06:32 PM ET, 04/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Capitals, Metro, Verizon Center

Posted at 10:30 AM ET, 04/30/2013

Rider says Metro managers don't understand day-to-day concerns
By Robert Thomson
Dr. Gridlock says Metrorail can be restored and can be made better. Riders don't need to choose.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:30 AM ET, 04/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail

Posted at 08:21 AM ET, 04/30/2013

Normal service resumes on Green and Yellow lines
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains are single-tracking between U Street and Mount Vernon Square due to a disabled train.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:21 AM ET, 04/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 04/29/2013

The week ahead: Metro late-night work, Beltway lane closings, Silver Line construction
By Robert Thomson
Metro has an extensive schedule of late-night track work. The region's road work program is picking up after the winter lull.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:11 AM ET, 04/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  495 Express Lanes, 95 Express Lanes, capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Silver Line, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation

Posted at 10:15 AM ET, 04/26/2013

The weekend and beyond: Road and rail work, special events
By Robert Thomson
Metro's maintenance program will affect all five rail lines, but there's also a lot of road work across the D.C. region.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:15 AM ET, 04/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Half Marathon, Lupus Walk, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 11:58 AM ET, 04/25/2013

Metrorail working on four lines this weekend
By Robert Thomson
The major track work for this weekend is on the Red Line, but other reconstruction and maintenance projects will be underway on the Blue, Orange and Green lines.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:58 AM ET, 04/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Dr. Gridlock; Cherry Blossom Festival; Metro; WMATA; District Department of Transportation, Metro

Posted at 04:29 PM ET, 04/24/2013

MetroAccess driver arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting rider
By Dana Hedgpeth
MetroAccess driver arrested for alleged sexual assault

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  04:29 PM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 04/24/2013

Preservationist: Don't change Metro's look
By Dana Hedgpeth
A professor of preservation planning says Metro shouldn't change its distinctive look.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  01:35 PM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 04/22/2013

The week ahead: sports crowds, road work, transit meetings
By Robert Thomson
Some road construction projects are starting, and so is the District's pothole-patching campaign.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:19 AM ET, 04/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  95 Express Lanes, capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Fairfax Connector, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Riders' Advisory Council, Silver Line, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 12:04 PM ET, 04/19/2013

Enhanced security continues at airports, on Metro
By Lori Aratani
The Metro system and area airports are continuing enhance security measures linked to the bombing at the Boston Marathon.

By Lori Aratani  |  12:04 PM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dulles Airport, Metro, reagan national airport, Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 10:13 AM ET, 04/19/2013

The weekend and beyond: Extensive Metrorail work, soccer at RFK, bridge projects
By Robert Thomson
After Friday night storms, the weekend looks good for outdoor activities. But watch out for track work on all Metrorail lines.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:13 AM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  11th Street Bridge, bay bridge, D.C. United, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Transportation Authority, Metro, RFK Stadium, traffic, transit tips, WMATA

Posted at 08:46 AM ET, 04/18/2013

Metro riders do care about appearances
By Robert Thomson
Metro's plan to use Bethesda as a lab for redesigning station looks is encouraging.

By Robert Thomson  |  08:46 AM ET, 04/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 01:34 PM ET, 04/17/2013

Metro resuming weekend work on all lines
By Robert Thomson
The biggest impact is likely to be on the Red Line, where the Judiciary Square station will be closed.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:34 PM ET, 04/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 10:22 AM ET, 04/16/2013

Metro ridership up Monday afternoon even after Boston incident
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro says ridership remained normal, even up after Monday's Boston explosions

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  10:22 AM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 04/15/2013

The week ahead: Emancipation Day rules, road work, Fairfax bus meetings
By Robert Thomson
Travelers will need to watch the weather, as well as numerous lane closings for road work and special events.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:11 AM ET, 04/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Emancipation Day, Fairfax Connector, Metro, Silver Line, Streetcars, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 07:55 AM ET, 04/15/2013

Red Line delays due to disabled train
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Metro reports that trains are single-tracking between Fort Totten and Prince George's Plaza due to a disabled train in West Hyattsville.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  07:55 AM ET, 04/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 04/14/2013

Blue, Orange lines delayed after man struck by train
By Mark Berman
Blue and Orange Line trains are delayed after a man climbed in front of a train at Rosslyn on Sunday morning. The man is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries, according to Metro.

By Mark Berman  |  11:25 AM ET, 04/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 06:47 PM ET, 04/12/2013

Train operator shown in photo no longer works for Metro
By Dana Hedgpeth
Photo shows operator using mobile device

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  06:47 PM ET, 04/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 04/11/2013

Metro reports fourth-busiest day in history, warns of more crowded trains Thursday
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Crowds flooded Metro trains on Wednesday, and Thursday is expected to be similarly busy, officials warn.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  10:11 AM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  commute, commuter rail, Commuting, Metro, Metrorail, transit tips

Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 04/10/2013

Metro Silver Line winners and losers
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro's Blue Line riders to have longer waits with new Silver Line opening.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  10:37 AM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Silver Line, WMATA

Posted at 06:17 AM ET, 04/10/2013

Police activity impacts traffic around McPherson Square
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
The blocks between H and K streets and 14th Street and Vermont Avenue were closed to traffic. The Vermont Avenue entrance of the McPherson Square Metro station also was closed .

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  06:17 AM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, D.C. roads, D.C. traffic, D.C. transportation, Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute, morning traffic

Posted at 05:54 PM ET, 04/09/2013

Metro to boost service for immigration rally
By Luz Lazo
Metro is altering Wednesday afternoon's service to accommodate a rally on Capitol Hill meant to promote immigration law reform on Capitol Hill.

By Luz Lazo  |  05:54 PM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Capitol, immigration, Metro, Metrorail, rally

Posted at 03:26 PM ET, 04/09/2013

Metro escalator chief takes over track department
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro's chief of escalators and elevators takes over track department

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:26 PM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:49 AM ET, 04/09/2013

Metro Twinbrook stop has troubled parking garage
By Dana Hedgpeth
A roughly 400-space parking garage at the station has "extensive cracks," according to documents.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:49 AM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 04/08/2013

Customers stuck on Red Line early Sunday
By Dana Hedgpeth
One hundred passengers were stuck on a Red Line train early Sunday.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:54 AM ET, 04/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:21 AM ET, 04/07/2013

Metro train derailed on Red Line on Saturday
By Dana Hedgpeth
The incident occurred around 6:45 p.m., as the train was traveling at a low speed within the rail yard, officials said.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:21 AM ET, 04/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 06:13 PM ET, 04/05/2013

Police investigating altercation on Green Line train
By Mark Berman
Metro Transit Police are investigating an altercation that occurred on a Green Line train on Thursday.

By Mark Berman  |  06:13 PM ET, 04/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 08:22 AM ET, 04/05/2013

Blue and Yellow Metro trains in Va. delayed due to signal problem
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Riders can expect to delays of up to 20 minutes on Blue Line trains from Franconia to Van Dorn.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:22 AM ET, 04/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute, morning traffic

Posted at 09:04 AM ET, 04/02/2013

Orange Line delays due to disabled Metro train outside Ballston
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains are single-tracking between East Falls Church and Ballston stations. There are delays in both directions.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  09:04 AM ET, 04/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 11:18 AM ET, 04/01/2013

The week ahead: Nationals baseball and cherry blossom bloom bring crowds to D.C.
By Robert Thomson
Watch for crowding throughout the coming week on the streets near the Tidal Basin and on Metro as the cherry blossoms reach their predicted peak bloom.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:18 AM ET, 04/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, Capitals, Cherry Blossom Festival, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Nationals, Nationals Park, traffic, transit tips, Verizon Center, Virginia Department of Transportation, Wizards, WMATA

Posted at 03:23 PM ET, 03/29/2013

Tips For Tourists: Navigating the Metro system
By Mark Berman
With visitors flocking to the D.C. area, it's time for another round of advice for tourists trying to navigate the Metro system.

By Mark Berman  |  03:23 PM ET, 03/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:20 AM ET, 03/29/2013

The weekend and beyond: baseball, basketball and blossoms
By Robert Thomson
Expect crowds in D.C. for Cherry Blossom Festival events, a Nationals exhibition on Friday and NCAA basketball on Saturday.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:20 AM ET, 03/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  95 Express Lanes, Cherry Blossom Festival, Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Nationals Park, NCAA basketball, traffic, transit tips, Verizon Center, WMATA

Posted at 04:24 PM ET, 03/28/2013

Metro chief Sarles's contract extended through 2016
By Mark Berman
Richard Sarles, Metro's general manager, has extended his contract through January 2016.

By Mark Berman  |  04:24 PM ET, 03/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 12:12 PM ET, 03/28/2013

Metro replacing its old mobile Web site
By Robert Thomson
The transit authority announced Thursday that it is upgrading its mobile display and adding some features.

By Robert Thomson  |  12:12 PM ET, 03/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 06:02 PM ET, 03/27/2013

Google Maps will now show Metro delays
By Mark Berman
Google Maps will now recognize when there are Metro delays and let you re-plan your trip accordingly.

By Mark Berman  |  06:02 PM ET, 03/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Google Maps, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:52 AM ET, 03/27/2013

Travel tips for the Sweet 16 basketball playoffs at Verizon Center
By Robert Thomson
The east regional playoffs are scheduled for Thursday night. Many fans use transit to reach Verizon Center events.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:52 AM ET, 03/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, NCAA basketball, NCAA playoffs, Verizon Center, WMATA

Posted at 06:18 AM ET, 03/27/2013

Metro delays on Yellow, Green lines due to sick customer
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Trains are single-tracking between L'Enfant Plaza and Mt. Vernon Square.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  06:18 AM ET, 03/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 09:21 AM ET, 03/25/2013

The week ahead: buses, blossoms, basketball, baseball
By Robert Thomson
Commuters are adapting to many bus changes. Meanwhile, the D.C. region begins a very active week for sports events and the Cherry Blossom Festival.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:21 AM ET, 03/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Capitals, Cherry Blossom Festival, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Nationals, Nationals Park, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, Wizards

Posted at 01:16 PM ET, 03/22/2013

The weekend and beyond: Cherry blossom festival events begin, downtown run Sunday
By Robert Thomson
With the major festival events beginning, Metro has temporarily suspended its weekend track work program.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:16 PM ET, 03/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock; Cherry Blossom Festival; Metro; WMATA; District Department of Transportation, Maryland Department of Transportation; Virginia Department of Transportation;, traffic, transit tips

Posted at 06:17 PM ET, 03/19/2013

Metro's map goes Mario Bros.
By Mark Berman
A visual artist has created a version of Metrorail's map that imagines what it would look like in the game Super Mario Bros. 3.

By Mark Berman  |  06:17 PM ET, 03/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 02:37 PM ET, 03/19/2013

Metro to beef up 16th Street bus service
By Mark Berman
Metro plans to add nine new southbound buses on 16th Street NW in an attempt to alleviate congestion during the morning rush hour.

By Mark Berman  |  02:37 PM ET, 03/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrobus, WMATA

Posted at 10:46 AM ET, 03/19/2013

Metro picks two insiders for top spots
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro names two new top positions

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  10:46 AM ET, 03/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro police chief, WMATA

Posted at 04:36 PM ET, 03/18/2013

Metro Silver Line likely to get a $5 million haircut
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro's Silver Line will lose $5 million in federal sequestration

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  04:36 PM ET, 03/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, mwaa, Silver Line

Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 03/18/2013

Popular Metro app for devices relaunched
By Dana Hedgpeth
App for Metro bus and rail relaunches

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:42 PM ET, 03/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, nextbus dc app, WMATA

Posted at 10:46 AM ET, 03/18/2013

The week ahead: Cherry Blossom Festival, elephant walk, new Fairfax Connector expresses
By Robert Thomson
Because the festival brings extra crowding, Metro won't be doing any major weekend track work until late April.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:46 AM ET, 03/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Cherry Blossom Festival, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Silver Line, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 05:10 PM ET, 03/15/2013

Metro may take out carpets on rail cars
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro considers taking up carpet and replacing with flooring

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  05:10 PM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro train carpets, WMATA

Posted at 03:35 PM ET, 03/15/2013

Metro work to close three Red Line stops
By Mark Berman
Weekend work will close three Red Line stations and cause single-tracking on the Orange Line.

By Mark Berman  |  03:35 PM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 02:59 PM ET, 03/15/2013

Metro Transit Police arrest, charge man with sexual abuse
By Mark Berman
Metro announced on Friday that the transit police had arrested and charged a D.C. man with misdemeanor sexual abuse following two reported incidents earlier this year.

By Mark Berman  |  02:59 PM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:52 AM ET, 03/13/2013

Metro overtime exceeds budget; workers receive bonuses
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro's overtime costs for the second half of last year were $12.7 million more than the transit agency had budgeted.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:52 AM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:13 AM ET, 03/13/2013

Metro workers almost struck by oncoming train
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro workers almost hit by oncoming train.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  10:13 AM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, near miss metro train, WMATA

Posted at 04:52 PM ET, 03/12/2013

Metro says technical glitch caused additional peak fares
By Mark Berman
A technical hiccup caused Metro to charge peak fares throughout the entire system for an additional hour on Monday morning, the transit agency said Tuesday.

By Mark Berman  |  04:52 PM ET, 03/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 04:21 PM ET, 03/12/2013

Congressmen propose studying Metrorail extensions
By Mark Berman
Two Virginia congressmen have proposed a bill that would study extending three Metrorail lines to Centreville, Woodbridge and Fort Belvoir.

By Mark Berman  |  04:21 PM ET, 03/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 05:29 PM ET, 03/11/2013

What options do riders have when Metro stalls?
By Robert Thomson
Dr. Gridlock's readers used his online chat Monday to vent about the morning's delays on Metro, and what riders might do about future delays.

By Robert Thomson  |  05:29 PM ET, 03/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:27 AM ET, 03/11/2013

The week ahead: Seeing more daylight, road and transit work, Silver Line meetings
By Robert Thomson
When the clouds clear later this week, watch for the effects of daylight saving on your commutes. Also, check on some upcoming road and rail work.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:27 AM ET, 03/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  cherry blossoms, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Silver Line, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 03:10 PM ET, 03/08/2013

Red Line single-tracking cleared [Updated]
By Mark Berman
Red Line trains are delayed in both directions by a broken rail, and these delays are expected to stretch into the evening commute.

By Mark Berman  |  03:10 PM ET, 03/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:51 PM ET, 03/08/2013

Metro's accessibility panel seeks new members
By Luz Lazo
Metro Accessibility Advisory Committee is looking for riders with disabilities and senior citizens interested in joining the group.

By Luz Lazo  |  01:51 PM ET, 03/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  accessibility Advisory Committee, Metro, metroaccess, Metrobus, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 03/08/2013

The weekend and beyond: Fine weather, soccer at RFK, lots of Metro work
By Robert Thomson
Road work plans are limited, but Metro crews will work on all lines. Sports activities are highlighted by the home opener for D.C. United.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:21 AM ET, 03/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  11th Street Bridge, Capitals, D.C. United, Dr. Gridlock, Metro, RFK Stadium, traffic, transit tips, Wizards, WMATA

Posted at 10:17 AM ET, 03/08/2013

Weekend work will affect all five Metro lines
By Mark Berman
Metro work scheduled this weekend will lengthen trips on all five lines. Buses will also replace trains on segments of the Orange and Blue lines.

By Mark Berman  |  10:17 AM ET, 03/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 04:44 PM ET, 03/07/2013

Metro to host three open houses on Silver Line
By Mark Berman
The transit agency plans to hold a trio of open houses next week in Virginia and Maryland offering Silver Line information to the public.

By Mark Berman  |  04:44 PM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Silver Line

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 03/07/2013

Metro Transit Police seek suspect in attack on train
By Mark Berman
A man trying to stop a fight between two women on a Metro train was cut in the hand, according to the transit agency.

By Mark Berman  |  01:30 PM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:20 AM ET, 03/07/2013

Getting to RFK Stadium for the 2013 D.C. United season
By Robert Thomson
Fans approaching from I-395 for RFK's Lot 8 will need to detour this season. For Saturday's home opener, Orange and Blue Line riders should be aware of Metro's track work plan.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:20 AM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  11th Street Bridge, capital bikeshare, D.C. United, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Metro, traffic, transit tips, WMATA

Posted at 08:51 AM ET, 03/07/2013

Pedestrian hit by bus in downtown D.C.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
A pedestrian was struck Thursday morning, leading to traffic delays near Gallery Place, police said.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:51 AM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, D.C., D.C. traffic, D.C. transportation, Metro, Metrobus, Morning commute, morning traffic

Posted at 03:50 PM ET, 03/06/2013

Metro cancels work for Wednesday night, afternoon ridership low
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro said it is canceling its Wednesday night time work on all five rail lines due to the weather.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:50 PM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro snow, Snow, WMATA

Posted at 11:27 AM ET, 03/06/2013

Metro reports normal operations, ridership down
By Dana Hedgpeth
With snowy morning commute, Metro reports lighter ridership

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:27 AM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Snow, WMATA

Posted at 10:28 AM ET, 03/06/2013

Metro schedules extra personnel, changes bus routes for winter storm
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro said it had extra personnel on hand to help clear walkways, platforms and parking garages and lots.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  10:28 AM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  metro; wmata; metrorail;

Posted at 08:43 AM ET, 03/06/2013

Metro reports normal service so far
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro trains were running as normal Wednesday morning and the agency said it had no reports of cracked rails or other problems.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  08:43 AM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, snowstorm, WMATA

Posted at 07:58 AM ET, 03/06/2013

A light morning on Metro's 32 bus line
By Luz Lazo
Along Wisconsin Avenue NW, buses are passing many empty bus stops.

By Luz Lazo  |  07:58 AM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrobus, Snow, Snowquester

Posted at 07:44 AM ET, 03/06/2013

A light morning on Metro's 32 bus line
By Luz Lazo
Along In the Wisconsin Avenue NW, buses were passing mostly empty stops, with few passengers on board.

By Luz Lazo  |  07:44 AM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrobus, Snow, Snowquester, WMATA

Posted at 05:41 AM ET, 03/06/2013

Snowstorm updates: Metro, VRE and MARC status
By Mark Berman
The snowstorm is expected to impact travel across the region. Here's the latest on Metro, MARC and VRE.

By Mark Berman  |  05:41 AM ET, 03/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  MARC, Metro, Snowquester, VRE

Posted at 02:51 PM ET, 03/05/2013

How storm is likely to affect D.C. area's roads
By Robert Thomson
Don't drive Wednesday if you can avoid it. Travelers will encounter rain, sleet, snow and gusty winds.

By Robert Thomson  |  02:51 PM ET, 03/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Snowquester, snowstorm, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 08:34 AM ET, 03/05/2013

Metro train operator stops train before hitting person on tracks
By Dana Hedgpeth
In three separate incidents, operators were able to stop trains before hitting people attempting suicide

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  08:34 AM ET, 03/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, suicides, WMATA

Posted at 08:09 AM ET, 03/05/2013

Red line delays on Metro due to disabled train
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Red line trains are facing 25- to 30-minute delays in both directions due to a disabled train outside Bethesda.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:09 AM ET, 03/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, D.C. roads, D.C. traffic, D.C. transportation, Metro, Metrobus, Metrorail, Morning commute, morning traffic

Posted at 04:31 PM ET, 03/04/2013

No Metro weekend work during Cherry Blossom Festival
By Mark Berman
Metro's weekend track work will pause for a month from mid-March to mid-April, meaning there will be a reprieve during the National Cherry Blossom Festival

By Mark Berman  |  04:31 PM ET, 03/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  cherry blossoms, Metro

Posted at 09:52 AM ET, 03/04/2013

The week ahead: Stormy weather, sporting events, Metro repairs, road work
By Robert Thomson
The focal point of the D.C. area's travel week will be the winter storm forecast to develop Tuesday into Wednesday, but road and rail work is still scheduled.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:52 AM ET, 03/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 04:43 PM ET, 03/03/2013

Metro trains stopped without hitting 2 people trying to commit suicide
By Dana Hedgpeth
Two train operators managed to stop trains without hitting two people who tired to commit suicide.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  04:43 PM ET, 03/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, train suicide, WMATA

Posted at 04:28 PM ET, 03/01/2013

Metro awards $86 million contract for disabled rider service
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro divided the contract among five vendors, and said they would be held to strict performance standards.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  04:28 PM ET, 03/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:19 AM ET, 03/01/2013

D.C. students can get Metrobus passes at Giant stores
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro and DC to offer bus passes at Giant grocery stores.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:19 AM ET, 03/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  d.c. transportation department, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:52 AM ET, 03/01/2013

The weekend and beyond: Chilly weather, parades, Metro delays
By Robert Thomson
Despite the chill, parades are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to check the schedule of Metrorail disruptions.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:52 AM ET, 03/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, St. Patrick's Day parade, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA, Women's suffrage march

Posted at 05:37 PM ET, 02/28/2013

Metro board approves Greenbelt land deal involving FBI
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro has a site in Greenbelt that FBI may consider in move

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  05:37 PM ET, 02/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  fbi, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:41 PM ET, 02/28/2013

Metro work to close four stations and impact four lines this weekend
By Mark Berman
Metro plans to close three stops on the Red Line as well as the National Airport station this weekend, with shuttle buses replacing trains.

By Mark Berman  |  01:41 PM ET, 02/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 09:41 AM ET, 02/26/2013

Orange Line work finished after morning delays
By Dana Hedgpeth
Orange Line delays expected until mid-day Tuesday because of problems with testing on new Silver Line

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  09:41 AM ET, 02/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, orange line, WMATA

Posted at 09:45 AM ET, 02/25/2013

The week ahead: Metro late-night work, lane closings in D.C. region
By Robert Thomson
Not a bad week for travelers in the D.C. area, with limited work schedules on the roads and rails

By Robert Thomson  |  09:45 AM ET, 02/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  95 Express Lanes, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 03:34 PM ET, 02/22/2013

Metro ridership could take a hit with sequestration
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro could take a hit to its coffers if federal cuts happen.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:34 PM ET, 02/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:35 AM ET, 02/22/2013

The weekend and beyond: Wet weather, Metro disruptions, lane closings
By Robert Thomson
There's not much road work scheduled, but Metro has maintenance disruptions on two lines.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:35 AM ET, 02/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 12:52 PM ET, 02/21/2013

Seven thefts on Metro in one day
By Dana Hedgpeth
Seven thefts of electronic devices in one day on Metro system. Typically there are one or two a day.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:52 PM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 09:49 AM ET, 02/21/2013

Weekend track work affects Orange, Red lines
By Robert Thomson
The Metrorail maintenance schedule for this weekend has its biggest impact on the west side of the Orange Line, where four stations will be closed.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:49 AM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 04:24 PM ET, 02/20/2013

Rider robbed on Metrobus
By Dana Hedgpeth
A female rider on board a Metrobus was robbed of her purse at gunpoint in the morning commute

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  04:24 PM ET, 02/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  armed robbery on metrobus, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 02:45 PM ET, 02/15/2013

Metro inches closer to new entrance, walkway at Medical Center
By Mark Berman
Metro board members took another step toward the addition of a new entrance at the Medical Center station, which would be accompanied by a walkway under Rockville Pike/Wisconsin Avenue.

By Mark Berman  |  02:45 PM ET, 02/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  brac, Metro

Posted at 12:11 PM ET, 02/15/2013

The weekend and beyond: holiday events, road work, rail delays
By Robert Thomson
Presidents' Day weekend has a limited schedule of road work, but Metro workers will be busy.

By Robert Thomson  |  12:11 PM ET, 02/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Presidents' Day, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 08:41 AM ET, 02/14/2013

Metrorail has big plans for Presidents' Day weekend track work
By Robert Thomson
A long holiday weekend means a long schedule of disruptions, which will affect four of the five lines.

By Robert Thomson  |  08:41 AM ET, 02/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 03:52 PM ET, 02/13/2013

Metro planner asks riders for 'low-hanging fruit'
By Dana Hedgpeth
At Silver Spring meeting to discuss long-term plans for Metro, riders have more immediate ideas

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:52 PM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 02:19 PM ET, 02/13/2013

Man struck by Metro train, morning commute snarled
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  02:19 PM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:19 AM ET, 02/13/2013

Metro says its outside lawyers were paid $7.5M in Red Line crash cases
By Dana Hedgpeth
The amount was revealed in response to a public records request by The Washington Post.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:19 AM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 08:27 AM ET, 02/13/2013

Man fatally struck by train at Gallery Place
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Green and Yellow line trains are delayed in both directions.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:27 AM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute

Posted at 01:45 PM ET, 02/12/2013

Transportation tax ideas are a tough sell everywhere
By Robert Thomson
Chances are remote that significant improvements in our transportation programs will emerge from the Virginia and Maryland general assemblies or any other government.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:45 PM ET, 02/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Gov. Robert F. McDonnell, Maryland General Assembly, Maryland politics, Metro, transportation politics, Virginia General Assembly, Virginia politics, WMATA

Posted at 05:08 PM ET, 02/11/2013

Metro's Orange and Blue lines delayed by burning debris
By Mark Berman
Burning debris in the tunnel between Benning Road and Capitol Heights has created delays on the Blue and Orange lines at the beginning of the afternoon commute.

By Mark Berman  |  05:08 PM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 04:44 PM ET, 02/11/2013

Thefts of small electronic devices significantly increased last year on Metro
By Dana Hedgpeth and Mark Berman
Metro reported a significant increase in thefts of small electronic devices and other personal items last year, with an average of one or two such thefts per day.

By Dana Hedgpeth and Mark Berman  |  04:44 PM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:48 PM ET, 02/11/2013

Report of man with knife on Metro, nothing found
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  01:48 PM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 09:56 AM ET, 02/11/2013

The week ahead: Street closings for State of the Union, late-night Metro delays
By Robert Thomson
The major traffic event of the week could be the street closings for the State of the Union speech Tuesday, but there is road and transit work scheduled across the region.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:56 AM ET, 02/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Fairfax Connector, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, State of the Union, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 03:24 PM ET, 02/08/2013

Find the best date spots near Metro stations
By Mark Berman
An interactive graphic will help you find the best date spots near Metro stations

By Mark Berman  |  03:24 PM ET, 02/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 06:19 PM ET, 02/07/2013

Metro hosting public meetings to discuss proposed upgrades
By Mark Berman
Metro is hosting three public meetings next week to discussed the proposed $26 billion overhaul of the system.

By Mark Berman  |  06:19 PM ET, 02/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:38 AM ET, 02/07/2013

Metro weekend work: Single-tracking on Red, Orange lines
By Mark Berman
Metro's weekend track work will impact the Red and Orange lines, creating single-tracking and delays on both lines.

By Mark Berman  |  11:38 AM ET, 02/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 07:44 AM ET, 02/06/2013

Significant VRE delays due to cracked rail on Fredericksburg line
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
While service on the Fredericksburg line has resumed, riders are warned to expect residual delays for all morning trains. Metro is honoring VRE tickets.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  07:44 AM ET, 02/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  commuter rail, Commuting, Metro, Morning commute, VRE

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 02/05/2013

Metro's head of planning to discuss proposed overhaul
By Mark Berman
Metro's head of planning will discuss the transit system's long-term plans at a meeting next week in Silver Spring.

By Mark Berman  |  11:00 AM ET, 02/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 03:25 PM ET, 02/04/2013

Green Line stranding shows gap between Metro's goals and performance
By Robert Thomson
Metro failed to meet its general goals for safety and service and its specific goals for helping passengers

By Robert Thomson  |  03:25 PM ET, 02/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, green line, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 08:44 AM ET, 02/04/2013

The week ahead: Escalators closing, late night track work, Arlington Boulevard lane closings
By Robert Thomson
Much of this week's road and rail work is late at night.

By Robert Thomson  |  08:44 AM ET, 02/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 11:01 AM ET, 02/01/2013

The weekend and beyond: Some highway lane closings, plenty of Metro work
By Robert Thomson
In mid-winter, the road work schedule is very limited, but Metro track workers will be very busy this weekend.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:01 AM ET, 02/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, WMATA

Posted at 03:27 PM ET, 01/31/2013

Disastrous Green Line commute strands, delays hundreds
By Mark Berman
We're following the aftermath of Wednesday's disastrous Green Line commute, which stranded hundreds and saw dozens climb out of trains and into the tunnels.

By Mark Berman  |  03:27 PM ET, 01/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 05:20 PM ET, 01/30/2013

Green Line service restored after massive delays, crowding
By Mark Berman and Clarence Williams
Green Line trains are sharing a track between the Navy Yard and Southern Avenue stations.

By Mark Berman and Clarence Williams  |  05:20 PM ET, 01/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, Metro

Posted at 01:44 PM ET, 01/29/2013

What Metrorail extension would you want to see?
By Mark Berman
Metro's long-term plan discusses potentially extending Metrorail beyond where the system currently ends. If you were in charge, where would you extend the system?

By Mark Berman  |  01:44 PM ET, 01/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 03:20 PM ET, 01/28/2013

Metro's long-term plans for the Blue Line and Rosslyn
By Mark Berman
Metro's long-term strategic plan includes several elements that could help beleaguered Blue Line riders who will have lost trains to Rush Plus and the Silver Line.

By Mark Berman  |  03:20 PM ET, 01/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro

Posted at 12:35 PM ET, 01/28/2013

Passengers stranded on Orange Line train for two hours
By Dana Hedgpeth
Passengers stranded on Orange Line train for two hours

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:35 PM ET, 01/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 09:48 AM ET, 01/28/2013

The week ahead: Watch the weather as well as the roads
By Robert Thomson
There are a few road projects that will cause congestion this week, but the main issue for travelers is likely to be very volatile weather.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:48 AM ET, 01/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 05:54 PM ET, 01/25/2013

Metro still selling 2013 inauguration SmarTrip cards
By Mark Berman
Metro still has about 7,000 of the commemorative SmarTrip cards celebrating the 2013 inauguration.

By Mark Berman  |  05:54 PM ET, 01/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 01/25/2013

The Weekend and Beyond: Snow, Metro work and more
By Mark Berman
Snow could affect travel on Friday, while Metro work will slow rider on three lines. Here's a look at what you need to know about getting around this weekend.

By Mark Berman  |  12:55 PM ET, 01/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, traffic, transit tips, weekend and beyond, WMATA

Posted at 01:43 PM ET, 01/24/2013

Cracked rail leads to Red Line delays
By Mark Berman
A cracked rail, likely stemming from the cold weather, is creating Red Line delays.

By Mark Berman  |  01:43 PM ET, 01/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 01/24/2013

Metro board praises plan that calls for major upgrades
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro's board of directors praised a new plan from the transit agency that calls for $26 billion in upgrades and improvements.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  01:05 PM ET, 01/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 06:16 AM ET, 01/24/2013

Snow, severe cold make for icy commute
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Light snow and severe cold could make for a slow commute Thursday morning.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  06:16 AM ET, 01/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  commuter buses, commuter rail, D.C. traffic, Maryland traffic, Metro, Metrobus, Metrorail, Morning commute, morning traffic, Virginia traffic, WMATA

Posted at 01:49 PM ET, 01/23/2013

Metro will replace some Pentagon escalators
By Mark Berman
Metro will close one of the entrances at the Pentagon Metro station so that escalators can be replaced.

By Mark Berman  |  01:49 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 01:06 PM ET, 01/23/2013

Metrobus crashes on Rockville Pike, no riders aboard
By Mark Berman
A Metrobus without any riders aboard crashed on Rockville Pike on Wednesday morning.

By Mark Berman  |  01:06 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 12:45 PM ET, 01/23/2013

Cold weather can impact Metro service
By Mark Berman
Drops in temperature can also create problems for transit systems like Metro. Rails contract in cold and expand in heat, which can lead to cracked or broken rails.

By Mark Berman  |  12:45 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 08:35 AM ET, 01/23/2013

Delays on three Metro lines this morning
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Metro riders are facing delays on three of five train lines this morning.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard  |  08:35 AM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  commuter rail, Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute, WMATA

Posted at 03:55 PM ET, 01/22/2013

Metro planning weekend work on Red, Orange, Green lines
By Robert Thomson
Though Metro cancelled the big project planned for this weekend, lesser disruptions are scheduled to occur on the Red, Orange and Green lines.

By Robert Thomson  |  03:55 PM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 01:50 PM ET, 01/22/2013

Transit tax benefits increase in 2013
By Mark Berman
Commuters who take advantage of federal transit benefits are going to gain even more than previously thought, according to the IRS.

By Mark Berman  |  01:50 PM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Commuting, Metro, transit benefits

Posted at 11:46 AM ET, 01/22/2013

Metro reports dip in ridership from 2009 inauguration
By Mark Berman
Metro reports that rail ridership for the 2013 inauguration declined from the 2009 event.

By Mark Berman  |  11:46 AM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  inauguration, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 03:07 PM ET, 01/20/2013

Metro almost out of commemorative SmarTrip cards
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro nearly out of commemorative SmarTrip card

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:07 PM ET, 01/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, smartrip card, WMATA

Posted at 03:34 PM ET, 01/19/2013

Metro inspector general finds troubles with IT contract
By Dana Hedgpeth
IG for Metro says agency has spent millions of dollars in troubled contracts and IT work

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:34 PM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:06 AM ET, 01/19/2013

Travel tips for out of towners attending inauguration events
By Robert Thomson
This is advice for visitors unfamiliar with the transportation system in the nation's capital who plan to watch President Obama's swearing-in ceremony from the Mall or attend the parade up Pennsylvania Avenue.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:06 AM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Inauguration, Dr. Gridlock, inauguration, Metro, President Obama, WMATA

Posted at 06:20 PM ET, 01/18/2013

Metro Transit Police get inauguration help
By Mark Berman
The Metro Transit Police Department is expecting help from about 150 officers sent by more than a dozen agencies across the country.

By Mark Berman  |  06:20 PM ET, 01/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  inauguration, Metro

Posted at 02:21 PM ET, 01/18/2013

Metro to cancel major weekend work in late January
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro plans to reschedule work to improve cellphone service.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  02:21 PM ET, 01/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 01/18/2013

Former Metro inauguration czar shares experiences of 2009
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:42 AM ET, 01/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  inauguration, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 09:10 AM ET, 01/18/2013

The weekend and beyond: Few major travel issues, till Monday
By Robert Thomson
Plenty of traffic and transit issues could affect travel during the holiday weekend, but there's no Metro track work scheduled.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:10 AM ET, 01/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, inauguration, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 01:34 PM ET, 01/16/2013

Seeking the best smartphone transit apps for Washington
By Mark Berman
Commuters often rely on smartphone apps to get around. What transit apps do you use and recommend?

By Mark Berman  |  01:34 PM ET, 01/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, transit apps

Posted at 11:41 AM ET, 01/16/2013

Walking that last mile (or so) on Inauguration Day
By Robert Thomson
On the last part of the journey to the swearing-in or parade, your feet will be the primary mode of transportation.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:41 AM ET, 01/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  d.c. circulator, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, inauguration, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 05:51 AM ET, 01/16/2013

Morning delays on Red Line cause of frustration for many riders
By Dana Hedgpeth
Delays are to be expected until approximately 8 a.m.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  05:51 AM ET, 01/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Morning commute, transit tips

Posted at 04:08 PM ET, 01/15/2013

Metro train derailed at New Carrollton over the weekend
By Mark Berman
An Orange Line train traveling in the New Carrollton area derailed early Saturday morning at New Carrollton. No riders were on the train, but an investigation is ongoing.

By Mark Berman  |  04:08 PM ET, 01/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail

Posted at 03:48 PM ET, 01/15/2013

Metro posts video with inauguration travel tips
By Mark Berman
Metro has posted a video with travel tips for getting around the transit system on inauguration day.

By Mark Berman  |  03:48 PM ET, 01/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  inauguration, Metro

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 01/15/2013

Metro planning bus service changes for Inauguration Day
By Robert Thomson
The Metrobus plan for Monday will affect service on about 50 routes.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:59 AM ET, 01/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, inauguration, Metro, Metrobus, WMATA

Posted at 06:20 PM ET, 01/14/2013

Doors open on wrong side of Metro train
By Mark Berman
The doors on a rail car opened on the wrong side of a train stopped at L'Enfant Plaza last week

By Mark Berman  |  06:20 PM ET, 01/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 04:13 PM ET, 01/14/2013

Inauguration Day rider guides available at Metro stations
By Robert Thomson
Metro has a new brochure available at rail stations with a lot of helpful advice for travel next Monday.

By Robert Thomson  |  04:13 PM ET, 01/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, inauguration, Metro

Posted at 05:48 PM ET, 01/11/2013

No pants, no problem: No Pants Subway Ride returns Sunday
By Mark Berman
If you are firmly pro-pants, you should avoid the Metro on Sunday. The No Pants Subway Ride is back for another afternoon of pants-free travel on public transit.

By Mark Berman  |  05:48 PM ET, 01/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro

Posted at 12:35 PM ET, 01/10/2013

Weekend work will disrupt Red, Blue, Green lines
By Robert Thomson
Metro's weekend maintenance program will slow service on three lines from 10 p.m. Friday through the midnight closing on Sunday.

By Robert Thomson  |  12:35 PM ET, 01/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 08:44 AM ET, 01/08/2013

What change would make big difference in your 2013 commuting?
By Robert Thomson
Dr. Gridlock offered his list of high-impact transportation projects. But what's on your wish list?

By Robert Thomson  |  08:44 AM ET, 01/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 05:43 PM ET, 01/07/2013

Police: Please stop throwing rocks at buses
By Mark Berman
Police are distributing a flier reminding people not to throw rocks at Metrobuses or cars.

By Mark Berman  |  05:43 PM ET, 01/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  D.C. Police, Metro, Metrobus, police, transit police

Posted at 01:15 PM ET, 01/07/2013

Orange Line resumes full service
By Mark Berman
Orange Line service is suspended between East Falls Church and Virginia Square stations after a woman was struck by a train at Ballston.

By Mark Berman  |  01:15 PM ET, 01/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro orange line, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 10:27 AM ET, 01/07/2013

The week ahead: Back to normal congestion on roads and rails
By Robert Thomson
Some commuters experienced a bit of January shock this morning, as many people got back on the roads and rails after the December holiday lull.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:27 AM ET, 01/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 10:18 AM ET, 01/04/2013

The weekend and beyond: Some delays as holiday season wraps up
By Robert Thomson
Traffic volume remained light through the week, but on Sunday, highway drivers may encounter some congested spots.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:18 AM ET, 01/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 03:33 PM ET, 01/03/2013

Major development expected to come to New Carrollton Metro stop
By Dana Hedgpeth
Two developers are expected to build a mixed use area at New Carrollton stop

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  03:33 PM ET, 01/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 01/03/2013

Metro police looking for four men involved in New Year's Day assault
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:25 PM ET, 01/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrobus, WMATA

Posted at 09:32 AM ET, 01/03/2013

Even more reasons to feel blue about Metro cutbacks
By Robert Thomson
Commuters wonder why one line's riders should pay the same as people who are getting prompter service.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:32 AM ET, 01/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Rush Plus, Silver Line, WMATA

Posted at 03:58 PM ET, 01/02/2013

Metro's service plans for Inauguration Day
By Mark Berman
With Inauguration Dayless than three weeks away, here's a rundown of Metro's plans for the event.

By Mark Berman  |  03:58 PM ET, 01/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  inauguration, Metro, metroaccess, Metrobus, Metrorail

Posted at 10:43 AM ET, 01/02/2013

Metro greets new year with resumption of weekend track work
By Robert Thomson
After a holiday break, Metrorail's extensive maintenance program is scheduled to resume this weekend on the Red and Orange lines

By Robert Thomson  |  10:43 AM ET, 01/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 01:37 PM ET, 12/31/2012

What are your picks for the top transportation developments of 2012?
By Robert Thomson
Help Dr. Gridlock complete this year in review by adding your choices for the most significant transportation developments of 2012.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:37 PM ET, 12/31/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  11th Street Bridge, 495 Express Lanes, capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 12:07 PM ET, 12/28/2012

24 busy hours on Metro a baby, a deer, a robber and a bus crash
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  12:07 PM ET, 12/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro; wmata; metrorail;, WMATA, wmata; metro, wmata; metro; metrorail

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 12/28/2012

The weekend and beyond: storm warnings, Sunday night football, holiday schedules
By Robert Thomson
With almost all road and track work suspended for the long holiday weekend, the main obstacle to weekend travel is likely to be Saturday's weather.

By Robert Thomson  |  10:31 AM ET, 12/28/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, FedEx Field, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 09:10 PM ET, 12/27/2012

Woman goes into labor on the Red Line
By Dana Hedgpeth
The passenger was taken to a local hospital. No word on whether she had the baby.

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  09:10 PM ET, 12/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 11:17 AM ET, 12/24/2012

Metro to have some delays on holiday weekend
By Dana Hedgpeth

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  11:17 AM ET, 12/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, WMATA

Posted at 10:11 AM ET, 12/24/2012

Metro to stay open later for Sunday's Redskins game
By Dana Hedgpeth
Metro to stay open later for Sunday's Redskins game

By Dana Hedgpeth  |  10:11 AM ET, 12/24/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, Redskins, WMATA

Posted at 01:41 PM ET, 12/19/2012

Metrorail on holiday break from major weekend work
By Robert Thomson
Only the Green Line will experience some delays over the next two weekends.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:41 PM ET, 12/19/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, WMATA

Posted at 02:57 PM ET, 12/17/2012

Cracked rail creates Red Line delays
By Mark Berman
A cracked rail on the Red Line created delays for several hours on Monday, the second such incident in the last week.

By Mark Berman  |  02:57 PM ET, 12/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, red line, WMATA

Posted at 12:15 PM ET, 12/17/2012

Person struck by train at Fort Totten
By Dana Hedgpeth and Mark Berman
A person was reportedly struck by a train at Fort Totten, leading to delays on the Green and Yellow Lines

By Dana Hedgpeth and Mark Berman  |  12:15 PM ET, 12/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 11:09 AM ET, 12/17/2012

The week ahead: New bridge ramp, late-night Metro work
By Robert Thomson
Road and transit projects continue during the week before Christmas, but the biggest development in road work is a good one for commuters.

By Robert Thomson  |  11:09 AM ET, 12/17/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  11th Street Bridge, 95 Express Lanes, capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Metro, SoberRide, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 06:40 PM ET, 12/14/2012

Major Metro work on Yellow, Green Lines
By Mark Berman
Metro has work planned on four of its five lines, with multiple stations closed on the Yellow Line.

By Mark Berman  |  06:40 PM ET, 12/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro delays, metro work, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 05:50 PM ET, 12/13/2012

"Conquering the Commute" conference liveblog
By Mark Berman
We're liveblogging a Washington Post Live conference on transportation and commuting.

By Mark Berman  |  05:50 PM ET, 12/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  biking, Commuting, congestion, driving, Metro, public transit, transit, Transportation

Posted at 02:53 PM ET, 12/13/2012

Red Line riders slowed by cracked rail near Bethesda
By Mark Berman
Red Line trains are single-tracking due to a cracked rail near Bethesda, creating delays in both directions.

By Mark Berman  |  02:53 PM ET, 12/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Bethesda, Metro, metro delays, Metrorail, red line, red line delays, WMATA

Posted at 08:37 AM ET, 12/13/2012

Metro switch project to disrupt Green, Yellow lines this weekend
By Robert Thomson
The big project is a switch replacement, affecting the Green and Yellow lines.

By Robert Thomson  |  08:37 AM ET, 12/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Metrorail, WMATA

Posted at 09:57 AM ET, 12/10/2012

The week ahead: express lanes, slow lanes, Metro projects
By Robert Thomson
Some of the usual trouble spots remain, but watch out for the unusual ones: the temporary traffic congestion around the big shopping areas

By Robert Thomson  |  09:57 AM ET, 12/10/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 03:30 PM ET, 12/07/2012

The weekend and beyond: Metro delays, FedEx football, parkway projects
By Robert Thomson
There's some road work around the D.C. region this weekend, but the major source of travel delays is likely to be Metro's maintenance program.

By Robert Thomson  |  03:30 PM ET, 12/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, FedEx Field, Metro, National Park Service, Ravens, Redskins, traffic, transit tips, WMATA

Posted at 10:07 AM ET, 12/07/2012

Metrobus driver seen at the wheel with a newspaper in hand
By Lynh Bui
WMATA investigating Metrobus driver steering with newspaper in hand after rider submits video

By Lynh Bui  |  10:07 AM ET, 12/07/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  bus, Metrobus, newspaper, Unsuck DC Metro, WMATA

Posted at 04:49 PM ET, 12/06/2012

Major Red Line delays
By Mark Berman
Heavy delays on the Red Line could snarl the Thursday evening commute

By Mark Berman  |  04:49 PM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, red line, WMATA

Posted at 02:51 PM ET, 12/06/2012

Metro to evaluate transit police needs
By Luz Lazo
Short summary of story

By Luz Lazo  |  02:51 PM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  D.C. Police, District of Columbia, Maryland, Metro, transit, transit police, virginia, WMATA

Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 12/05/2012

Silver Line plan will give some riders the blues
By Robert Thomson
The Metro staff proposes a further cut in Blue Line service when Silver Line trains are added.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:35 PM ET, 12/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, Metro, Silver Line, WMATA

Posted at 04:40 PM ET, 12/03/2012

Public meeting in SE to address rock-throwing attacks on Metrobuses
By Mark Berman
A public meeting on Monday night will address potential service changes in a Southeast Washington area where Metro says buses are routinely hit with rocks and bricks.

By Mark Berman  |  04:40 PM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, metro meeting, Metrobus, public meeting metro

Posted at 03:59 PM ET, 12/03/2012

Metro launches Twitter feed for the Inauguration
By Lori Aratani
Metro will have 300 "ambassadors" on hand to help customers and visitors to the nation's capitol for President Obama's second inauguration.

By Lori Aratani  |  03:59 PM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrobus, Metrorail, Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 11:21 AM ET, 12/03/2012

Normal Red Line service restored after man struck, dragged by train
By Mark Berman
Red Line trains are not stopping at Union Station after a rider was hit by a train arriving at the station.

By Mark Berman  |  11:21 AM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Metro, Metrorail, red line, union station, WMATA

Posted at 09:21 AM ET, 12/03/2012

The week ahead: Monday night football, Thursday night tree lighting
By Robert Thomson
The weather outlook is good for Monday night football in Landover and Thursday's National Christmas Tree lighting. It also means road crews will be very active.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:21 AM ET, 12/03/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  capital beltway, District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 01:32 PM ET, 11/30/2012

The weekend and beyond: Holiday activities mix with road, transit work
By Robert Thomson
With the weather cooperating, many people will be out shopping or attending seasonal festivities, but road and transit work crews also will be busy.

By Robert Thomson  |  01:32 PM ET, 11/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  District Department of Transportation, Dr. Gridlock, Maryland Department of Transportation, Metro, traffic, transit tips, Virginia Department of Transportation, WMATA

Posted at 09:58 AM ET, 11/30/2012

Metro to stay open late for Monday night football at FedEx Field
By Robert Thomson
A rare Monday night football game will add to the evening rush.

By Robert Thomson  |  09:58 AM ET, 11/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dr. Gridlock, FedEx Field, Metro, Redskins, WMATA

Posted at 04:09 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Time-lapse video depicts a day in the life of Metro
By Mark Berman
A time-lapse video depicts a day in the life of Metrorail, Metrobus and D.C. Circulator service.

By Mark Berman  |  04:09 PM ET, 11/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  circulator, d.c. circulator, Metro, Metrobus, Metrorail, videos, WMATA