Posted on · Three Houston neighborhoods will be included in a pilot program as the city unveils new development standards that emphasize alternative transportation.
Posted on · Along with adjusting service because of reduced ridership and the need for social distancing, METRO is also trying to figure out why so many of its employees and contractors are testing positive for the virus.
Posted on · On Thursday's show: The Texas GOP's in-person convention is cancelled, an investigation into work practices at drug and alcohol rehab facilities, new opinions from SCOTUS, and developing walkable spaces near transit centers.
Posted on · HOV lane changes include new vehicle occupancy requirements along with higher tolls for solo drivers.
Posted on · The new BCycle kiosk will serve bus and rail riders along with neighborhood residents. It will allow riders to connect to nearby bike share stations along with the bayou trails.
Posted on · Transit officials want to improve cleanliness to encourage more people to ride.
Posted on · Traffic will be forced to detour because of overhead construction work.
Posted on · The transit agency says it’s reviewed hundreds of stops to see which ones need the most help.
Posted on · The report offers suggestions for improving the city's "transit equity." That includes more frequent service along with additional late-night buses.
Posted on · Transit officials want to learn if autonomous buses could help solve some of the region’s mobility issues.
Posted on · Former METRO board member Christof Spieler examines that question in his new book, Trains, Buses, People: An Opinionated Atlas of US Transit.
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: We consider how the city’s addressing youth gun violence. Our experts break down the latest political stories. We discuss how Houston's transit system measures up nationally. And Jessica Wilbanks tells her story of walking away from faith.
Posted on · The new service would take riders into downtown Houston and the Texas Medical Center
Posted on · The agency says it has started a new training program for drivers that focuses on customer service and safety.
Posted on · Officials say they're on target to put a bond issue before voters next year. The transit agency’s board is now reviewing millions of dollars in proposed improvements.