Weekend round-up
ICYMI: SEPTA asks riders to name new announcer, critics find alternatives to Dodger Stadium tunnel, and Transit app adds crowdsourced info.
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Former MTA exec accused in iPhone scheme
A former Metropolitan Transportation Authority (NY) official allegedly used thousands of dollars in agency funds to purchase iPhones, which he then resold.
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Valley Metro teams with Waymo for mobility options
Valley Metro (AZ) has teamed up with Waymo to provide first- and last-mile connections.
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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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New Haven launches app for paratransit services
Greater New Haven Transit District launched a mobile app and web portal for riders to request and manage ADA paratransit trips and track their...
LA Metro selects stations for mobility-on-demand pilot
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA) will partner with ride-hailing company Via to test a new option for accessing Metro stations this...
Lyft wants to discount bike and scooter trips to transit
Ride-hailing company Lyft is proposing discounts and incentives to encourage people to use shared bicycles and scooters to access transit stations.
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RIPTA launches mobile payment app
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority launched a mobile application to enable passengers to use mobile devices to purchase select tickets and passes.
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MTA launches new website and mobile app
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (NY) is seeking feedback on its updated website and new mobile application.
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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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