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Weekend Metro closures affecting Blue and Yellow Lines start tomorrow

Metrorail service will be suspended between those stations for a three-day weekend between Feb. 14-16, with free shuttle buses connecting the stations. During impacted weekends, both lines are expected to operate in “two segments” outside the closed stations every 12 minutes.
Katie Taranto, February 13, 2026, ALXNow

Vienna officials tackle safety concerns with e-scooters, other mobility devices

Shared micro-mobility devices are typically rented through an app and can only be parked in designated zones. Companies have to apply for a permit and sign an agreement before being allowed to deploy services in Vienna.
Emily Leayman, February 13, 2026, FFXNow

Metro love story hits D.C. theaters this weekend

The 90-minute film spotlights something rarely seen on screen: Young love unfolding in everyday D.C.
Anna Spiegel, February 13, 2026, Axios

Virginia, Maryland leaders endorse DMVMoves funding and recommendations for future of Metro and area transit systems

“We appreciate Virginia and Maryland leaders’ collective show of support to ensure America’s Metro System continues to deliver the world-class service our region deserves,” said Metro General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke. 
February 12, 2026, WMATA

High achievers and low performers figure in Metrorail's post-pandemic world

The 2025 numbers were taken as a percentage of the 2019 numbers to show the “recovery percentage” of each station. For example, East Falls Church received an average of 3,093 entries per weekday (EPWD) in 2025, while it received 3,827 EPWD in 2019. Therefore, the recovery rate is about 80.82%
Brian Shi, February 12, 2026, Greater Greater Washington

WMATA orders 100 additional hybrid and battery-electric buses from New Flyer

The company notes that the purchase will be supported by federal, state and local funding as well as funds awarded through the Federal Transit Administration Low or No Emission grant program. The new buses are set to replace stock that reached the end of their useful lives while providing WMATA riders a modernized, efficient passenger experience.
February 11, 2026, Mass Transit Magazine

Braddock Road corridor bike and pedestrian improvements slated for city review this month

The city has worked on the Braddock Road Trail Access and Corridor Improvements project since last year as a response to concerns from Alex311, the 2023 Safe Routes to School walk audit at George Washington Middle School and the Virginia Department of Transportation.
James Cullum, February 11, 2026, ALXNow

Closure of Roosevelt Bridge ramp from Route 50 goes into effect next week

Starting on Sunday, Feb. 15, the bridge’s capacity will be reduced from three lanes to two lanes in each direction, and the Arlington Blvd eastbound ramp will be closed through early June.
Dan Egitto, February 11, 2026, ARLNow

Weekend Metro closures to impact trips to DCA

The Crystal City station will close Saturday for the holiday weekend and then again the following two weekends. Then March 7-8, the National Airport and Potomac Yards stations also will close before Metro takes a break for cherry blossom season.
Adam Tuss, February 10, 2026, NBC4 Washington

Get ready for months of weekend Metro closures with a cherry blossom break

Trains in the region will be replaced with shuttle buses for 10 weekends of planned construction starting this Saturday at the Crystal City Metro station, and that means riding to Ronald Reagan National Airport may take longer than usual, according to WMATA.
Michelle Basch, February 11, 2026, WTOP

New Flyer receives order for 100 additional transit buses for the Washington Metro Region

The new buses will replace end-of-life vehicles and provide Metro customers with a modernized, efficient passenger experience, while also delivering on Metro's five-year Strategic Transformation Plan, which focuses on becoming the region's trusted way to move people safely and efficiently.
February 10, 2026, Investing News Network

These key strategies could help Americans get rid of their cars

But in much of the U.S., getting around without a car is difficult, if not impossible, due to overwhelmingly car-centric infrastructure. However, while going car-free may be hard for many Americans to imagine, this could change. 
Sarah Wesseler, February 6, 2026, Yale Climate Connections

TranspoBINGO is back in DC, and you can play for fun and prizes

“The goal of TranspoBINGO is to get people out and about the city via public and active transportation,” according to the game’s co-creator, Erin Palmer. “That means non-car travel. That’s everything from bus to Metro, riding a bike, walking.”
Michelle Basch, February 9, 2026, WTOP

Washington DC public transit guide – How to ride the Metro like a local

Washington, DC might be famous for its monuments and cherry blossoms, but if you want to observe the city without breaking the bank (or your feet), public transit is your best friend. Locals rely on it every day—and with a few insider tips, you can too.
February 9, 2026, Capitol Skyline

'Mountains of ice': Leftovers from winter storm continue to slow travel for DC-area commutes

Lots of commutes have been longer than usual in the D.C. region since a winter storm dropped snow and sleet nearly two weeks ago, leaving behind thick ice on roadways.
Neal Augenstein, February 6, 2026, WTOP

Trump DOT wants to ban free buses

Cities receiving funds from the Federal Transportation Administration would be required to charge fares. The proposal would exempt major events such as the Olympics, as well as free service for groups such as seniors, people with disabilities, children, students, and veterans.
Diana Ionescu, February 6, 2026, Planetizen

How one city increased transit bus speeds by 20%

The system uses real-time traffic data to give green signals to buses, thereby improving on-time performance and reducing traffic congestion, the city said in a news release. 
Dan Zukowski, February 6, 2026, Smart Cities Dive

Fairfax leaders mostly upbeat on Metro budget plan, as state considers funding options

“A financially stable and reliable transit network is essential to the economic vitality of Fairfax County, Northern Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia and the entire metropolitan region,” county leaders said in a letter to Valerie Santos, who chairs the Metro board of directors.
Scott McCaffrey, February 5, 2026, FFXNow

Bus lanes make busy roads work better

When there’s not much traffic, allocating more space to cars generally lets them move faster. But because they take up so much space, it doesn’t take many more drivers to slow things down. Bikes and buses, however, can move more people without creating much traffic, making more efficient use of scarce space.  
February 3, 2026, SSTI

WMATA and Kawasaki announce resolution of 7000-series railcars disputes

WMATA’s General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke hailed the parties’ agreement as an important milestone in Metro’s return to service plan, and thanked KRC’s leadership for their support during Metro’s return to service efforts. 
February 5, 2026, WMATA

Snow, ice continue to cause major headaches for Montgomery Co. commuters

Key areas of concern include “snowcrete” piles on Wisconsin Avenue and Connecticut Avenue inside the Beltway, which have gridlock and choke-points.
Will Vitka, February 5, 2026, WTOP

Column: The coming of fare free transit

Using transit can allow people to leave their cars at home, leading to less traffic and less use of fossil fuels. Transit improves mobility and access to jobs, health care, and social activities. Less congestion on the roads can lead to faster trips for everyone.
Srdjan Nedeljkovic, February 5, 2026, The Newton Beacon

Icy bus stops frustrate Metrobus riders as sidewalk clearing gaps persist across DC

At several stops, including along Georgia Avenue near the Petworth Library, commuters are having to step or stretch over frozen mounds between the sidewalk and the street — a situation riders say is especially dangerous for parents with strollers, seniors and people with disabilities.

 
Ben Dennis, February 3, 2026, MSN/DC News Now

Council considers allowing up to 100 e-scooters and e-bikes in Falls Church

Falls Church leaders in 2019 first put out a request for firms interested in positioning the mobility devices around the city, but found no takers — in part because of the restrictive operational rules the officials planned to put in place.
Scott McCaffrey, February 4, 2026, ARLNow

Metro to honor Rosa Parks on her birthday with reserved seats across bus and rail system

To commemorate the day, Metro is placing signs on trains and buses, reserving a single seat in recognition of Parks’ refusal to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama, city bus and subsequent arrest in 1955. Her act of courage helped advance the civil rights movement. 
February 3, 2026, WMATA

Shirlington Transit Center cuts hours, earning backlash during winter storm

The transit center at 2975 S. Quincy Street cut its hours to 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on weekdays and eliminated Saturday hours entirely on Nov. 14. It was a significant reduction from the center’s previous hours of 5:30 a.m. to midnight.
Emily Leayman, February 3, 2026, ARLNow

County Board to decide whether to make increased parking prices permanent

Currently, rates for meters in the pilot program — which mostly focuses on Rosslyn-Ballston and Route 1 corridors — range from 75 cents to $4.75 per hour. If the program ends, costs will return to what they are in other areas of the county: $1.50 to $1.75 per hour.
Scott McCaffrey, February 3, 2026, ARLNow

Why Complete Streets design benefits everyone

Complete Streets, on the other hand, acknowledges that people switch modes and accommodates the full range of road users with infrastructure like bike lanes, accessible curb cuts, and transit lanes. But while some U.S. communities have adopted a Complete Streets approach, progress remains “frustratingly slow.” 
Diana Ionescu, February 2, 2026, Planetizen

What's in the tangled FY26 transportation spending bill?

The bill provides $16.7 billion for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). As expected, $14.6 billion would go to the Mass Transit Account for transit formula grants. On top of the formula grants, there is $211 million for Transit Infrastructure Grants. $147 million is for “Community Projects” earmarks proposed by members of Congress. 
Corrigan Salerno, January 30, 2026, Transportation for America

AI improving transportation, traffic, and daily commuting

Thanks to advances in artificial intelligence (AI), transportation is becoming safer, smoother, and more efficient, helping drivers and commuters spend less time stuck in traffic and more time enjoying life.
Angela Naff, February 2, 2026, The Suncoast Post

Extreme cold in DC causes loose floor tiles at Dupont Circle metro station

Metro officials said repairs are underway at the station's south entrance, where five of the ten faregates are temporarily inaccessible while crews secure the tiles.
DeAnthony Taylor, February 1, 2026, ABC7 News

People 'choosing rideshare or transit' due to city parking frustrations

More than half of drivers surveyed (54%) say they have used rideshare or public transportation "to avoid hassles". 
Adam Hill, January 27, 2026, ITS International

Crystal City construction update: Shuttles replace trains to airport and nearby stations for 10 weekends

On three of those 10 weekends,?the construction zone will be extended to Braddock Rd to support additional track maintenance, requiring closures of Crystal City, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and Potomac Yard stations; rail service will be suspended in both directions from those stations. Free shuttles will also be available on these three weekends to support customers who need to reach these locations.
January 30, 2026, WMATA