Metro to suspend track work
Transit agency will suspend some track work during cherry blossom season.
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VDOT moves up Beltway/I-66 fix
The Virginia Department of Transportation has moved up the timetable for easing the new traffic congestion on the Capital Beltway’s outer loop at the ramp to westbound Interstate 66.
Meeting on Metrobus 14th Street Line
Metro and the District Department of Transportation are co-sponsoring a meeting Thursday for the public to comment on the 52, 53 and 54 bus routes, part of a study of the transit authority’s 14th Street Line.
Transit funds for Metro in danger
Transit agency officials worried about possible cutting of federal funds for rail systems.
Museum groundbreaking to snarl traffic around Mall
The groundbreaking of a museum on the National Mall is causing multiple street closures and should cause traffic problems. We’re keeping tabs on the morning rush hour, letting you know about any issues or delays that could slow your commute.
Virginia Railway Express sets hearings on proposed fare increase
The VRE budget for fiscal 2013 calls for an average hike of 3 percent.
Signals at Logan Circle to go dark at 10 a.m. Thursday for upgrade. http://t.co/Em5CV3zK #dctraffic
RT @postmetrogirl: #wmata-Got a stack of Metro paper fare cards in ur sock drawer or stuck in ur wallet? Tell us ur story-postmetrogirl@washpost.com
10 a.m. Thurs: DDOT to turn off traffic signals at Logan Circle NW for upgrade. Officers will direct traffic. #dctraffic #drgridlock
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Metro fare increase a possibility in 2012
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- Most tickets Metro issues involve alcohol
- No holidays for Metro track workers
- Reiley departs from airports board
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Commuter columns
- VDOT looks to ease I-495/I-66 traffic
- GAO study looks at impact of highway tolls
- Seeking commuter comment on I-66 plans
- Dupont Circle south entrance closed: Is Metro getting any better?
- Effects of Metrorail hikes differ among riders
- How would Metro fare changes hit you?
- 11th St. Bridge opening in phases
- A driver’s guide to the ICC
- The year ahead for D.C. commuters
- D.C. area’s top transportation stories of 2011
Dr. G's tips
- Why are weekend Metro passengers targets?
- Metro signs of confusion
- Dr. Gridlock: Metro’s information also needs improvement
- Beltway change helps some, squeezes othere
- Clarifying the risk of speeding
- Metro rehabilitation frustrates riders
- Mark Center traffic, coming and going
- More transit options needed to keep seniors mobile
- Why didn’t Metro open gates on time?
- Weighing Metro’s proposed increases for fare cards
Photo Galleries
Marking Ash Wednesday
Many Washington area residents attended churches and other religious services on Ash Wednesday, which is the first day of Lent.
Fighting for hens in Arlington
Area residents are fighting ordinances that require chickens to be kept at a certain distance from homes and property lines.
New home for disabled in Va.
Its operators say it is unique because all of its residents are 55 or older.
Abortion limits in Virginia
A bill that would require women to undergo an ultrasound before having an abortion has stirred up a fight.
Sympathy follows a mosque attack in Virginia
The minaret of a Chantilly mosque had just been erected when vandals struck, setting off an unusual course of events.
D.C. dining east of the Anacostia River
Although some think it will change soon, hungry D.C. residents east of the river have few options that aren’t fast food or carry-out. Officials know of only six restaurants with wait service for the area’s 140,000 residents.
A mighty wind power coalition
An unusually broad array of advocates in Maryland is pushing for offshore wind farms.
Md. pastors address same-sex marriage vote
A church community reflects the split on same-sex marriage.
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