Traffic Stories

Metro Eyes Modernizing Fare Collection System

The transit agency is set to choose a contractor to lead the process by July. Metro wants the new system in place within four years.

'Unusual Condition' Seen Before Conn. Derailment

Federal officials investigating last week's commuter train derailment in Connecticut say the engineer described an "unusual condition" on the track before the train derailed.

Traffic Heavy Before Naval Academy Graduation

 The traffic back-up started hours before President Barack Obama is scheduled to speak at the U.S. Naval Academy's graduation.

Solar Plane Completes 2nd Leg Of Trip In Texas

The Solar Impulse is making the first attempt by a solar airplane capable of flying day and night without fuel to fly across the U.S.

14th and F Street Sinkhole Repair May Last Until Friday

DDOT officials say the 14th St NW and F St NW raod closures will continue through the overnight hours and likely into Friday.

Could 'Bus Rapid Transit' Be the Answer To Montgomery Co. Traffic Nightmares?

Could Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Be the Answer To Montgomery County's Traffic Nightmares? 

AAA: 31.2M Drivers To Take Memorial Day Road Trip

During Thursday and Monday, 31.2 million Americans will drive 50 miles or more to a beach, campground or other getaway, according to car lobbying group AAA.

Bicyclist Struck On MLK Jr Ave NE

A bicyclist was struck at Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and V Street SE on Wednesday morning, say police.

Survey: Crying Babies Better Than Smelly Seatmate On Plane

If you had the choice between sitting next to a crying baby or sitting next to a person with bad body odor on your next flight, then which option would you choose?

Bystander Could Face Prison For Role In Hit-And-Run

A 22-year-old man who prosecutors say told a suspect to flee after a fatal hit-and-run faces up to six years in prison for his advice.

Southwest Offers Houston, National Airport Flights

Southwest Airlines Co. announced new nonstop daily service between William P. Hobby Airport in Houston and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Metro Adds 7-day Short Trip Pass To SmarTrip Cards

Metro is launching a new weekly short-trip pass that SmarTrip users can add to their cards to save money.

Conn. Derailment To Cause 'Greatly Slowed' Commute

Metro-North is using a fleet of 120 buses at the Bridgeport train station to help rail commuters make their way around the scene of the accident and help get them get to New York City.

Aircraft Tech School Opens Hagerstown Expansion

The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics is cutting a ribbon Monday to open its new 18,000-square-foot building at Hagerstown Regional Airport.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck In Wheaton