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Virginia Railway Express hikes fares
A shortfall due to contractor increases made the increase necessary, officials say.
Airlines fight furloughs in court
U.S. airlines on Friday sought a federal court order to block extended furloughs for traffic controllers.
MWAA unveils bids for Silver Line’s second phase
Capital Rail Constructors, which includes Bethesda-based firm, submits the lowest bid.
Boeing 787 may fly again soon
FAA says fix for faulty battery systems to end grounding of Dreamliner.
Enhanced security continues at airports, on Metro
The Metro system and area airports are continuing enhance security measures linked to the bombing at the Boston Marathon.
Amtrak suspends service north of New York
Amtrak has suspended service between Boston and Providence due to the police activity in and around Boston. Normal service remains between D.C. and New York.
The weekend and beyond: extensive Metrorail work, soccer at RFK, bridge projects
After Friday night storms, the weekend looks good for outdoor activities. But watch out for track work on all Metrorail lines.
Bid review for second phase of Silver Line
Authority to look at bids for the contract to build the second phase of the Metrorail extension.
Metro riders do care about appearances
Metro's plan to use Bethesda as a lab for redesigning station looks is encouraging.
Metro resuming weekend work on all lines
The biggest impact is likely to be on the Red Line, where the Judiciary Square station will be closed.
Beltway express lanes operator adds map, and some drivers
The express lanes' Web site has added a good old-fashioned printable map to satisfy some travelers. Meanwhile, traffic increased during the year's first quarter.
New policies may curb Airport Authority executives’ travel
Documents show at least four at airports authority filed more than $10,000 in expenses in a 15-month period.
Computer problem grounds American Airlines
Glitch is resolved but flight delays may ripple into Wednesday.
American Air flights grounded until 5 p.m.
All American Airlines flights are grounded until 5 p.m. due to an issue involving the airline's reservation system.
Officials urge drivers to slow down in work zones
Construction zone safety has become a major issue in recent years.
Metro ridership remains normal, even up slightly after Monday's Boston explosions
Metro says ridership remained normal, even up after Monday's Boston explosions
Emancipation Day traffic rules in D.C. on Tuesday
All the normal rush hour traffic and parking restrictions will be in effect, but some other rules are suspended.
Push for sidewalks in Hyattsville faces resistance in one neighborhood
The University Hills community is split on Hyattsville’s campaign to install sidewalks on every block.
The week ahead: Emancipation Day rules, road work, Fairfax bus meetings
Travelers will need to watch the weather, as well as numerous lane closings for road work and special events.
Green, Yellow line delays due to disabled train
Metro reports that trains are single-tracking between Fort Totten and Prince George's Plaza due to a disabled train in West Hyattsville.
Capital Bikeshare sets ridership record
Capital Bikeshare set a record on Saturday, topping 11,000 trips for the first time.
Blue, Orange lines delayed after man struck by train
Blue and Orange Line trains are delayed after a man climbed in front of a train at Rosslyn on Sunday morning. The man is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries, according to Metro.
Dr. Gridlock’s traffic, transit tips: Bus meetings, street sweepings
Fairfax County’s Connector bus system is preparing for the start-up of the Metro Silver Line.
Columbia Pike streetcar not on federal funding list
The Federal Transit Administration did not list the $250 million project on its 2014 Small Starts funding list.
Travelers need to lobby for congestion relief from states’ new tax plans
It’s a rare transportation plan that’s just about improving transportation.
How much could the revised Md., Va. gas taxes cost you?
As Virginia, Maryland tinker with their gas taxes, will District pumps become the cheapest in the region?
House panel probes sequester's impact on air travel
House subcommittee seeks answers on the impact of sequestration on the flying public.
The weekend and beyond: Prepare for congestion in D.C.
Four D.C. sports teams host home games on Friday and Saturday, while the National Cherry Blossom Festival winds down with big events. Here's what you need to know for this weekend.
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Robert is Dr. Gridlock, the Post’s commuting columnist and an authority on all things roads and rails.
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