Public transportation
Coverage of Public transportation in the Nexus archive.
- HVCC extends contract with CDTA for bus, bike program
Hudson Valley Community College and the Capital District Transportation Authority have extended agreements to provide students with access to public transportation, including bus and bike programs.
- Wayne County voters to decide August millage that would fund public transit countywide
Wayne County voters will decide on August 4 whether to approve a millage proposal to fund public transit services across all 43 communities. The millage aims to sustain and expand transportation access, particularly for seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and those needing healthcare or education. Supporters argue it is essential for connecting residents to jobs and daily needs, while some communities express concerns about financial sustainability.
- Making Buses and Trains Free Across Brazil Would Cost $17 Billion a Year, Studies Show
Ending fares on all buses and trains in Brazil would cost between R$90 billion and R$109 billion annually ($17 to $20 billion). Proposals suggest funding through a new monthly employer levy of about R$250 per formal employee. The study was published by The Rio Times.
- An islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for the second time this week as its grid crumbles
Cuba experienced a second islandwide blackout in three days due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Public transportation has halted, surgeries are canceled, and intentional power outages exceed 24 hours as fuel imports dwindle.
- CTA leaders say crime down 30 percent over last year
CTA leaders report a 30 percent decrease in crime on public transportation compared to last year, following two busy weekends.
- LA Metro is safer than it’s been in years — and it’s no accident
LA Metro has become safer in recent years under CEO Stephanie Wiggins' leadership, with safety emphasized as a foundational element for reliable public transportation. The article highlights that this improvement is intentional and not accidental.
- Transportation Barriers Block The Route To Opportunities For Many On Oʻahu, Study Finds
A study found transportation barriers on Oʻahu are blocking opportunities for many, while TheBus fares were increased on the same day the study was released. The study calls for more accessible public transportation.
- Cabinet okays 5-year NIS 360 million plan for Eilat’s economy, infrastructure
The Israeli Cabinet approved a 5-year, NIS 360 million plan to boost Eilat's economy and infrastructure, focusing on public transportation, health system improvements, and tertiary education. Prime Minister Netanyahu described Eilat as a future 'strong, flourishing, southern gate' of Israel.
- Op-Ed | New York City must expand Fair Fares
The article argues that New York City's public transportation costs are pricing everyday residents out of the system, particularly in the Bronx. It calls for expanding the Fair Fares program to include automatic enrollment and additional funding to help 2 million New Yorkers afford transit.
- A California environmental board voted to cut $202M from SF’s eco-friendly transit
A California environmental board voted to cut $202 million from San Francisco's eco-friendly transit. The funding reduction is due to changes in a state program that funds public transportation by charging firms for carbon emission permits.
- Hong Kong bus driver suspended after video shows him hands-free at the wheel
A Hong Kong franchised bus operator suspended a driver after a 17-second video showed him driving without hands on the steering wheel, sparking safety concerns on social media. The incident prompted KMB to investigate the driver's conduct.
- Woman with autism, social anxiety disappears in Orange County
Lien Thuy Nguyen, a Vietnamese-speaking woman with autism and social anxiety, went missing in Orange County after leaving a residence in Fountain Valley on Sunday. Authorities are searching for her, noting she frequently uses public transportation.
- State and local policymakers can lead us through Iran’s energy reckoning
State and local leaders can mitigate fossil fuel price shocks by investing in electric vehicles, public transportation, and walkable, affordable housing. This approach aims to protect constituents from energy market volatility.
- High gas prices pushing more Americans to public transit
Rising gas prices are causing Americans to switch from driving to public transportation. This shift is a result of increasing fuel costs. The change in transportation method is driven by economic factors.