Metro weighs 10 new stations and 4 ‘super stations’
Plans for 2040 would add stops in Georgetown, Thomas Circle and Capitol Hill.
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District’s streetcar line has its first car
With safety testing and other preparations, service is expected to begin by spring.
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The Silver Line is delayed, but Tysons is already booming
More than 2,100 apartments are either finished or under construction and 45 million sq feet are envisioned.
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When it comes to Metro-accessibility, every step counts
Researchers find every foot closer to stations in Rosslyn-Ballston corridor means greater value.
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Development proposals for five Metro stations
Transit agency floats concepts for projects at Brookland, Morgan Boulevard and other stations.
After delays, plans for Westphalia start to blossom
Prince George’s envisions turning the rural area into a mini-city with offices, retail and hotels.
10 transportation stories to watch in 2014
New Metro stations and a streetcar line top list, but many programs will affect road and rail travel.
It’s no paradise, but D.C. traffic still beats Hawaii highways
DR. GRIDLOCK | Growing familiarity with capital congestion hasn’t altered former islander’s view.
Winter storm wreaks havoc on air travel, brings brutal cold to Northeast
A winter storm shrouded much of the Northeast in snow and and frigid cold, leading to thousands of delayed or canceled flights and massive travel problems.
Seven incidents on Metro delay riders in Friday morning commute
Delays on Red Line. Problem is due to a train malfunction.
Delays on Metro’s Blue and Orange lines resolved
Metro’s Blue and Orange lines delayed. Problem is a train malfunction at L’Enfant Plaza.
Downed tree blocks entrance to Rock Creek on Massachusetts Ave.
A downed tree blocks entrance to Rock Creek Parkway. Waterside Drive is closed. Crews have been called.
Metro Red Line delays cleared
Metro Red Line riders expect delays. Problem is a train malfunction at Brookland stop.
Winter storm snarling travel, delays expected to continue Friday
As a winter storm looms for the Northeast, scores of flight delays are already impacting travelers, with headaches expected to continue on Friday.
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Early data suggests traffic deaths declining
Traffic fatalities continued to trend downward in 2013, according to early reports.
Metrorail plans busy weekend of track work
All stations remain open, but gaps between trains will be greater than normal.
Northbound lanes of I-295 re-open
Accident between Eastern Avenue SE and Pennsylvania Avenue SE closes freeway early Tuesday.
One dad’s New Year’s Day message: R.I.P
More than half of those killed in crashes on 1st day of each new year are victims of drunk drivers.
Drunk Metro riders fall on tracks, escalators
Drunk Metro riders fall on tracks, escalators. Officials warn riders there is such a thing as being too intoxicated to ride the rail system.
Metrobus riders see many changes this week
Bus schedules have been adjusted on dozens of routes across the D.C. region.
Off-peak lane closures on Connecticut Ave. NW
Off-peak lane closures on Connecticut Ave., as workers inspect bridge over Rock Creek Parkway. Work to be done between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Rearview mirror shows year of problems and potential
Disruptions vexed commuters, but progress on road and rail projects holds promise of some relief.
Travelers’ letters tell 2013’s story of conflict, cooperation
They complain about transportation agencies, but also about each other. But there are some happy tales.
Suitland Parkway closed westbound
The Suitland Parkway’s westbound lanes were closed after a pedestrian was struck.
Earlier morning problems on Metro’s Blue and Orange lines resolved
Metro riders should expect delays on Blue and Orange lines because of disabled trains.
A Kenilworth cake baker on a mission
For almost five decades, Gertrude Troyer has connected with her community through faith — and cake.
Military Bowl likely to tie up traffic in Annapolis
The annual football game, which had been at RFK, moves to Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday.
Delays on Red, Blue and Yellow lines resolved
Several problems were causing delays on three Metro lines Thursday morning.
I-270 northbound local lanes reopen
An accident involving a U.S. Postal Service truck forced the closure of northbound local lanes of I-270 in Gaithersburg.
Metro has special schedules for the holidays
Regular service Christmas Eve, but Christmas Day will be like a Sunday.
Travel advice for holiday eve getaways
For drivers who couldn’t get away earlier, here’s some last-minute guidance on routes and traffic information.
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