Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

WMATA's 'Better Bus Network' reduced Metrobus routes and stops by nearly half in 2025, but a year later, ridership has decreased by 8% and bus speeds have slowed in some areas. The agency reports 13% more service and 5% lower operating costs, but 3.5% of scheduled trips are missed due to operator shortages. WMATA has stopped using the 'Better Bus' label, rebranding the system as 'Metrobus.'

Virginia lawmakers are proposing to merge four Northern Virginia transit agencies to assess cost savings and service improvements, with a study by the Department of Rail and Public Transportation. Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D-Fairfax, supports the move to eliminate redundant operations, citing past unified systems as a model.

A pre-dawn collision between a work vehicle and a stationary train in Washington, D.C., injured 11 people and caused major disruptions on the Silver Line, including limited service and delays. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, with Metro Center reopening around 5:15 a.m., but delays continued through the morning.