D.C. Water has high-tech plan to tap power of poop
Solid waste will be treated at a high temperature, and methane from the process will generate electricity.
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(Evelyn Hockstein / For The Washington Post)
Report assails Metro’s contracting practices
An oversight review of Metro raises questions about its handling of billions in federal funds.
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- Pr. George’s, MGM at odds on casino legislation
(Linda Davidson / The Washington Post)
Problems with speakers, cable add to Silver Line delays
Hundreds of speakers at Silver Line stations have to be replaced because they do not meet fire code.
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- Suspended Virginia road project draws scrutiny
- The nightmare that is the D.C. DMV
Tracks are seen stretching out from the McLean Station in Fairfax County.
Suspended Virginia road project attracts scrutiny
Despite $250 million already spent on the highway, there is no pavement in place and permits aren’t secured.
(Steve Helber / AP)
For Metrorail, it’s one man vs. mouse (and rat)
Bob Chialastri is the subway sentinel keeping critters at bay. He works alone, and his work’s never done.
Bob Chialastri helps keep Metro free of rodents.
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State ready to buy homes, businesses to build Purple Line
More than 600 properties, including 110 homes and businesses, will be bought for 16-mile rail line.
New M Street cycle track lanes to open in coming weeks
New bike lanes to open soon. Use of popular bike lanes has grown.
Read Metro’s formal response to critical FTA report
The response outlines steps the authority is taking to address serious concerns about its handling of billions in federal grant money.
Cherry blossom parade will draw traffic Saturday
The parade, a festival highlight, is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Metro officials agree federal grant rules were violated
A federal study raised questions about the handling of billions of dollars in government funding.
Senators outline bipartisan transportation bill
With funding for highways and transit due to run out, Senate leaders agree to principles for a new long-term bill.
Montgomery plans bus fare increases
Ride On is proposing a new fare hike for fiscal year 2015.
2,201 killed or injured on railroad tracks in 2013
Deaths and injuries of people walking on railroad tracks and at grade crossings are on the rise.
District’s parking ticket revenue drops
Rise in apps that allow people to “feed the meter” cited reason for decline in parking ticket revenue.
House committee approves airline ticket price revisions
Committee votes to reverse regulations imposed by U.S. Department of Transportation.
Silver Line contractor says first phase is complete
MWAA now has 15 days to determine whether the Silver Line is ready to move to the next step.
Rat on the subway (don’t worry it’s in New York)
A subway car full of New Yorkers discovered an extra passenger aboard their train on Monday.
Potholepalooza launched, will run through May 9
Transport Department to increase workforce as D.C. residents are urged to notify authorities of damaged roads in their areas.
Ground broken for state housing agency in Pr. George’s
Project could help spur growth in the New Carrollton area, which is now known mostly as a transit hub.
Delays for Metro riders on Blue Line because of a possible gas leak in area
Report of gas leak leads to suspension of service between Van Dorn and King Street stations.
Inner loop of Beltway reopens after being shut down in Lanham
The inner loop was shut down closed between Routes 450 and 50 in Lanham.
Metro delays on several lines in morning commute
Metro delays on Orange and Blue lines. Signal problem causing issues.
Traffic jam on Interstate 95 north in Oxon Hill cleared
Traffic on Interstate 95 north at Indian Head Highway was backed up because of a fire involving a truck.
Major overhaul of D.C. transportation agencies proposed
Council member Mary Cheh wants new agencies for parking tickets and transit and an end to taxi commission.
Silver Line edges closer to completion
It will be up to MWAA to determine whether the project’s contractor has completed its job on the first phase.
Md.’s Mikulski demands answers from Metro
In a strongly worded lettter, the senator from Maryland demanded that Metro take action amid reports it mishandled federal dollars.
Legislation targeting Purple Line bidder fails
Bills would have prohibited company from winning light-rail contract until French railway paid Holocaust victims
San Francisco police investigate a spate of ‘car-tippings’
Four owners of the ultra-compact cars awoke Monday morning to find their vehicles tipped over. Authorities aren’t sure if this is just plan vandalism or a coordinated campaign against Smart Cars.
D.C. opening rebuilt freeway ramp
Provides new route to Anacostia Freeway for Capitol Hill/Navy Yard traffic.
Road work set on Maryland commuter routes
Work getting underway on interchanges, intersections, bridges and pavement.
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