Posted on · The region's mass transit provider is still considering whether to take over Houston BCycle operations and incorporate them into its services, according to METRO board chair Sanjay Ramabhadran.
Posted on · Opposition from East End residents led to a divided vote among the METRO board, even after the regional transit provider appeased some community members by abandoning a plan for an overpass on Lockwood Drive.
Posted on · Residents in the East End community oppose METRO’s decision to build a concrete overpass on Lockwood Drive because they said it will divide the historic neighborhood and there hasn't been enough community engagement.
Posted on · All rides on METRORail, which provides access to Downtown Houston as well as to NRG Park, will be free from March 31-April 3.
Posted on · A planned 25.3-mile route across the eastern and southern parts of Houston would utilize dedicated, bus-only lanes and include stops near three universities and a community college.
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: We learn about opposition to Senate Bill 147, which would prevent companies and citizens from China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia from purchasing land in Texas.
Posted on · The Houston region's mass transit is considering whether to extend a lifeline to Houston BCycle, the decade-old bike-sharing program that has made significant inroads but encountered financial difficulties.
Posted on · Several infrastructure projects are in the works this year that aim to improve and expand mobility for cyclists, pedestrians and mass transit users.
Posted on · Five community warming centers, including the George R. Brown Convention Center, will open across Houston on Thursday afternoon.
Posted on · All METRO buses are equipped with cameras already, so the new screens will display a live feed throughout the buses and provide customers with information on METRO alerts.
Posted on · The new ConnectSmart app can be used to purchase transit tickets, carpool, find parking and access towing services throughout the Houston area.
Posted on · A summer pilot program was successful, so METRO will open HOV lanes seven days a week on I-45, I-69, and US 290.
Posted on · The $21.6 million federal grant will help cover the cost of 20 electric buses, as well as charging equipment.
Posted on · A day after a federal judge ruled face coverings can’t be required on airplanes and other public transportation, some Texans cheered the decision. But others said they’re still on the fence as COVID lingers.
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Harris County failed to finish the election count on time — a claim the elections administrator denies. So, what's going on and what does it mean? Plus, a conversation with the new chair of the Metro board, and remembering Houston blues musician and band leader Milton Hopkins.