MBTA Invests $113 Million in Collision Prevention Tech for Safety Boost on Boston's Green Line
MBTA board approves a $113 million contract with Piper Networks for a crash prevention system on the Green Line, following a recent trolley collision. The system will include operator alerts and automation to prevent speed and signal violations.
MBTA Aims to Accelerate Red and Orange Line Trains Amid Infrastructure Overhaul
MBTA plans to increase train speeds on the Red and Orange lines, with hopes of reaching up to 50 mph and 55 mph respectively. These changes will require regulator approval and are part of broader service improvements.
MassDOT Explores Tunnel Option as Potential Successor to Boston's Tobin Bridge Amid Rising Sea Level Concerns
MassDOT is studying the replacement of Boston's Tobin Bridge and has not ruled out the option of a tunnel. The study, accounting for climate change and sea level rise, will inform the decision process, with a final report expected in 2026.
Massachusetts Governor Healey Announces Historic $8 Billion Transportation Overhaul, With No New Taxes
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has introduced an extensive $8 billion transportation investment plan to improve infrastructure without raising taxes by utilizing "Fair Share" funds and other financial sources.












