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FAA to allow gate-to-gate use of personal electronics
The change will let fliers read, work, play games, watch movies and listen to music during their whole flight.
Read the report that told the FAA to change electronic device rules
The Federal Aviation Administration’s decision to allow passengers to use electronic devices during taxiing, takeoff and landing was based on a report issued last month by an advisory group. Read the report here.
Metro making improvements, but they may be hard to spot
A ceiling here, a staircase there improve the riders’ experience, but the overall trend isn’t easy to track.
FAA to allow gate-to-gate use of personal electronics
Air travelers will soon be able to use their tablets and other electronic devices from gate to gate, the Federal Aviation Administration announced Thursday.
D.C. cab drivers join with the Teamsters
Hundreds of D.C. taxicab drivers attended the first organizing meeting of the D.C. Taxi Operators Association.
Sewer pipe break sends untreated sewage into Montgomery creek
Untreated sewage flowed into a Montgomery County creek Wednesday after a sewer pipe burst in Brookeville, officials said.
Bus-to-Silver Line solutions worth their weight in gold
The new Metrorail option will add convenience for many, but for others, it subs out bus routes they like.
With Prince George’s casino, opportunity for smoke-free movement
If MGM is awarded license, it would be first smoke-free casino in gaming giant’s portfolio.
New buses and transporation complex debut in Montgomery
The county is opening a $79 million transit operations complex in Shady Grove Wednesday.
Real estate industry sees ‘severe’ affordable housing shortage
Members of Urban Land Institute say housing costs are driving workers out of region’s center.
Wilson Bridge Half Marathon rescheduled for Nov. 10
The bridge’s travel lanes will be open, but there are other road closings.
Metro work to close some Orange, Blue Line stations
Buses will replace trains between Federal Triangle and Eastern Market.
D.C. cabbies hurry to get new dome lights installed
The District’s taxis are also getting a new paint job, taking the rainbow of cab colors down to red and gray.
These shoes were made for biking
An Oakland, Calif. tinkerer creates a pair of stylish high heels for bike riding.
Change fees: big ticket item for airlines
Airlines collected $719 million in ticket change fees, cancellations in 2nd quarter.
10 reasons why more stadiums might be in our future
NFL and NBA stadium construction has leveled, but college and practice facilities drive growth.
Grab those turkey-day airline tickets now
“Thanksgiving airfares are on the rise, and each day that you dilly-dally around and fail to book will cost you five dollars more.“
No, no, no, to flying with this blade
Woman makes obvious mistake, tucking a knife in her carry-on at BWI airport.
Metrobus catches fire
Investigators are working to figure out the cause of the fire along New York Avenue; no one was injured.
Guerrilla gardener returns to Dupont Circle
Flower-power activist installs protest art in Dupont Metro, prompting debate about power and beauty.
D.C. cabbies say credit card payments aren’t coming in
Some D.C. cabbies say they’re not receiving payment for fares paid with credit cards.
MGM casino plan most popular at Md. hearings
At public hearings, more residents said National Harbor was the place for a Prince George’s casino.
Alcohol part of Beach Week despite parent precautions
Md. governor candidate Gansler says photos of him at a teen party made for a “rough week.”
Metro ready to enter a new age
First of a new series of rail cars — the greatest redesign in system history — will arrive in the District in December.
Debates on transportation plans no longer academic
Should Virginia expand its travel network, or fix what’s busted first?
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