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Driver who veered off I-66 in Northern Virginia, flying onto Metro tracks, charged with reckless driving – WTOP News

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 · Washington DC Local News

One person was hospitalized Wednesday after a car crashed onto the Metro track near Dunn Loring-Merrifield station, shutting down the Orange Line between West Falls Church and Vienna.…

Read more Driver who veered off I-66 in Northern Virginia, flying onto Metro tracks, charged with reckless driving – WTOP News

Douglas County woman billed Medicaid for patient who already died, federal officials allege

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

Federal officials unveiled a slew of charges Tuesday against two Coloradans accused of ripping off a program that provides free rides to Medicaid patients, the first criminal charges…

Read more Douglas County woman billed Medicaid for patient who already died, federal officials allege

Wonderful Weekend Weather | February 7th Forecast

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

Wonderful Weekend Weather | February 7th Forecast LIVE LOOK OUTSIDE THIS MORNING THOUGH A CRISP AND COOL START. SO YOU’LL NEED THOSE JACKETS STILL THIS MORNING. BUT OVERALL…

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Runaway Metro bus crashes into Lake View Terrace backyard

December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 · Los Angeles, California Local News

Two people were injured Wednesday when a Metro driver lost control of the bus and crashed into a backyard in Lake View Terrace, the Los Angeles Fire Department…

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LAX Launches $1B Elevated Roadway Project to Ease Traffic

November 14, 2025November 14, 2025 · Los Angeles, California Local News

As the unveiling of the long-awaited Automated People Mover (APM) at LAX approaches, the airport approved another project to provide for an easier travel day- this one costing…

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Bus driver befriends curious kid who’s now a fellow Metro employee – WTOP News

November 7, 2025November 8, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

A young boy’s curiosity led to a career at Metro, thanks to the kindness of a bus driver who saw his potential. Sam, Joy, and Sam’s sister Lucy…

Read more Bus driver befriends curious kid who’s now a fellow Metro employee – WTOP News

Metro GM says older rail equipment is ‘safe but not reliable long term’ – WTOP News

October 28, 2025October 28, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

WMATA CEO Randy Clarke took WTOP on a tour of one of Metro’s oldest train control rooms, highlighting outdated technology that’s still powering the Red Line. Clarke stressed…

Read more Metro GM says older rail equipment is ‘safe but not reliable long term’ – WTOP News

Metro’s ‘BOLO Hunter’: Officer Kache Fields never forgets a face – WTOP News

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Fields, a standout member of Metro Transit Police, has earned the nickname “BOLO Hunter” for her uncanny ability to recognize faces from wanted fliers. This page contains a…

Read more Metro’s ‘BOLO Hunter’: Officer Kache Fields never forgets a face – WTOP News

Metro outlines upcoming rail closures through fall 2026 – WTOP News

October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Metro has shared information on upcoming rail station closures for planned work from now through September 2026, with work impacting all lines of the rail network.  Metro has…

Read more Metro outlines upcoming rail closures through fall 2026 – WTOP News

Audit Finds Metro Employees Reuse Practices Violated Ethics Rules – KXL

October 1, 2025October 1, 2025 · Portland, Oregon Local News

PORTLAND, Ore. – A Metro audit released Wednesday found that a Central Transfer Station employee violated agency ethics policies by taking electronic waste dropped off…

Read more Audit Finds Metro Employees Reuse Practices Violated Ethics Rules – KXL

The Tampa Bay Metro South Tampa Dining Guide

September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

South Tampa Dining Guide A list of great restaurants in South Tampa, Florida. Includes Westshore, Downtown & Davis Islands (West of Channelside Dr. & South of Hillsborough Ave.)…

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St. Petersburg Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

September 23, 2025September 24, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

  South Pinellas Dining Guide Greater St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Gulfport, Treasure Island)       Datz – St. Pete  $$180 Central AveWebsite | (727)…

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Metro watchdog group concerned over rise in Metrorail door incidents – WTOP News

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

A Metro watchdog group said there has been a rise in the number of Metrorail door incidents, adding that Metro is taking steps to address the situation. A…

Read more Metro watchdog group concerned over rise in Metrorail door incidents – WTOP News

‘Significant delays’ reported due to Metro train derailment in downtown LA

September 16, 2025September 16, 2025 · Los Angeles, California Local News

Metro reported significant delays on two train lines Tuesday due to a train derailment at a station in downtown Los Angeles. Video appeared to show a train stopped…

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Metro on pace for ‘lowest crime year ever,’ says GM – WTOP News

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Metro general manager Randy Clarke said the transit agency is “at an eight-year crime low, and we’re actually on pace to the lowest crime year we’ve ever had.”…

Read more Metro on pace for ‘lowest crime year ever,’ says GM – WTOP News

Metro sees big gains in safety and ridership over past year – WTOP News

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

As Metro wraps up a yearlong review of its service, the transit agency is reporting two major wins: a sharp drop in crime and a steady rise in…

Read more Metro sees big gains in safety and ridership over past year – WTOP News

ICE arrests climb in Colorado this summer, but people detained are less likely to have criminal backgrounds

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 · Denver, Colorado Local News

Federal immigration arrests in Colorado surged this summer as the Trump administration charged ahead with its plans to mass-deport undocumented immigrants. But as arrests have spiked, law enforcement…

Read more ICE arrests climb in Colorado this summer, but people detained are less likely to have criminal backgrounds
Metro’s new rail station near LAX prompts changes on C, K Lines

Metro’s new rail station near LAX prompts changes on C, K Lines

November 3, 2024November 3, 2024 · Los Angeles, California Local News

A new Metro rail station will open near Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday, prompting a change in service for passengers who utilize the Metro C (Green) Line…

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Detour ahead: Weekend road closures for DC events – WTOP News

Detour ahead: Weekend road closures for DC events – WTOP News

September 13, 2024September 13, 2024 · Washington DC Local News

The Celebrate Petworth Festival, Gender Liberation March, DC Half Marathon and scheduled Metrorail work will make it difficult to get around the city this weekend. Here’s what you…

Read more Detour ahead: Weekend road closures for DC events – WTOP News
Safety watchdog: Metrorail needs to do more to make sure operators are fit (and awake) for duty – WTOP News

Safety watchdog: Metrorail needs to do more to make sure operators are fit (and awake) for duty – WTOP News

August 7, 2024August 7, 2024 · Washington DC Local News

The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission outlined incidents that led to close calls and several of the investigations found Metro workers reported being fatigued at the time. The commission…

Read more Safety watchdog: Metrorail needs to do more to make sure operators are fit (and awake) for duty – WTOP News
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