Lori Aratani

transportation and development reporter

Washington, D.C.
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U.S. airports offering healthier fare

The region’s three airports, Washington Dulles, Reagan National and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall, are among the nation’s top airports are serving healthier fare, according to a new report.

Mon Nov 18 19:49:08 UTC 2013

Invitation-only shindig celebrates the Silver Line

Guest celebrated the near-completion of the Silver Line rail project at a private reception held at the Tysons Central stop.

Fri Nov 15 17:20:11 UTC 2013

W.Va.-bound flight forced make emergency landing at Dulles

A flight that left Washington Dulles International Airport early Friday morning bound for Morgantown, WVa. was forced to return to the airport after experiencing mechanical problems. No injures were reported.

Fri Nov 15 15:51:09 UTC 2013

Metro chief Richard Sarles apologizes to riders on Red Line after series of major delays

For second day in a row, Metro’s busiest line leaves riders facing delays in morning commute.

Fri Nov 15 00:23:00 UTC 2013

MWAA elects new chairman, vice chairman

Frank M. “Rusty” Conner III was elected the new chairman of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. Warner Session will be the board’s vice chair.

Wed Nov 13 21:22:23 UTC 2013

Where the weird things are: Chicago’s Blue Line

Among the riders on Chicago’s Blue Line: an alligator

Wed Nov 13 20:48:09 UTC 2013

Taxi drivers could face higher fees at Reagan National

The dispatch fee paid by passengers whose trips originate at Reagan National would also increase under the airports authority’s plan.

Wed Nov 13 20:15:27 UTC 2013

MWAA’s board to get Silver Line update, elect new officers

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority’s board of directors is expected to meet Wednesday when they will be briefed on the handover of the first phase of Silver Line rail project.

Tue Nov 12 21:49:01 UTC 2013

Area leaders praise Ron Kirby’s expertise, good humor

Area leaders say Ron Kirby provided a reasoned voice during contentious debates over transportation policy.

Tue Nov 12 19:47:39 UTC 2013

Transportation expert Ron Kirby found dead in his Alexandria home

News of his death spread quickly, leaving many who worked closely with him over the years shaken.

Tue Nov 12 17:58:48 UTC 2013

Reporter learns that Chevy makes the Impala

Post reporter learns that Chevy, not Ford, makes the Impala.

Tue Nov 12 10:56:48 UTC 2013

New taxicab regulations have inspectors on their toes

Now they are catching more flak as new taxicab rules go into effect.

Tue Nov 12 01:06:00 UTC 2013

In Moscow, a little exercise earns you a free subway ride

Russian officials are offering free subway rides to customers willing to do 30 squats.

Mon Nov 11 20:25:05 UTC 2013

Federal holidays no longer mean lighter commuters

We examine the myth of the traffic-free federal holiday.

Mon Nov 11 18:21:05 UTC 2013

Super Shuttle protest planned at BWI

Drivers say they make too little money.

Thu Nov 07 22:22:10 UTC 2013

Navigating transit with baby in tow

Local blogger Tiffany Bridge offers tips on how to navigate public transportation with baby in tow.

Thu Nov 07 18:09:09 UTC 2013

Slain TSA officer will be honored Friday

Officials with the TSA here in Washington, D.C. and at airport checkpoints across the country will observe a moment of silence.

Thu Nov 07 15:48:11 UTC 2013

New lawsuit targets taxicab rules

A group of D.C. taxicab drivers affiliated with the Teamsters has filed a lawsuit against the District seeking more time to implement changes.

Wed Nov 06 21:40:07 UTC 2013

Memorial fund created for slain TSA officer

A memorial fund has been created for Gerardo Ismael Hernandez, the first TSA officer to be killed in the line of duty since the agency was established.

Wed Nov 06 15:47:08 UTC 2013

A sneak peek tour of the Silver Line

Some images from a sneak peek tour of the soon-to-be-open Silver Line rail extension. The $5.6 billion project is one of the largest infrastructure projects in the U.S.

Tue Nov 05 16:28:10 UTC 2013
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About Lori

Lori Aratani writes about how people live, work and play in the D.C. region for The Post’s Transportation and Development team. She grew up in California and graduated from Boston University, where she learned the real meaning of cold weather.