Critics call for more transparency in MTA delay stats
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (NY) is not reporting subway delays accurately, according to the New York Daily News.
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Metro-North brings free online literature to commuters
MTA Metro-North Railroad announced Grand Central Reads, a program that allows customers to download free book excerpts.
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WMATA completes underground WiFi rollout
Free customer WiFi is now available at all WMATA underground rail stations.
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Transpo emoji are among the least popular on Twitter
Until a grassroots campaign came to the rescue, the aerial tramway icon was the least popular emoji symbol on Twitter.
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MTA reminds crews to get details on train delays
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority reminds train crews to investigate causes for train delays after the New York Daily News criticized the authority.
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MBTA says state proposal could cut advertising revenues
The MBTA says a state proposal could hurt advertising revenue by requiring local approval for outdoor ads, including digital ads on station entrances.
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MTA issues special MetroCards from artist Barbara Kruger
The MTA issued 50,000 limited-edition MetroCards that display provocative questions from artist Barbara Kruger in her distinctive lettering style.
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Audit highlights WMATA cybersecurity risks
WMATA (DC) officials plan to improve cybersecurity after an internal report concluded that the agency was vulnerable to hacks.
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Bridj to relaunch in Australia
Bridj may make a comeback in Sydney after the on-demand transportation company was acquired by an Australian transit operator.
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Chicago bomb-sniffing dog is a social media star
A bomb-sniffing police dog in Chicago keeps the CTA safe by day and is an Instagram star by night.
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