Oakland’s Simon Presses DC To Fund BART Safety Squad
Rep. Lateefah Simon’s RIDER Safety Act would let transit agencies use federal crime‑prevention grants to pay unarmed ‘ambassadors’ and crisis‑intervention staff on BART and bus lines.
After Young Producer’s Death, South Shore Line Plans $2.75 Million Fix For Hegewisch Stop
NICTD plans to spend about $2.75 million to add gates, lights and bells at the Hegewisch South Shore station after the death of Grace Bentkowski. The work follows a diagnostic study and months of pressure from her family.
Extended Closure on U.S. 421 Southbound Lanes for Bridge Repairs Affects Forsyth County Commuters
NCDOT extends U.S. 421 southbound lane closure near Exit 246 for bridge repairs until February 5 due to delays from a recent winter storm. Detours are in place and motorists should allow extra travel time.
Baltimore Police Launch Citywide Traffic Team to Enhance Road Safety and Target Unsafe Driving Behaviors
The Baltimore Police Department has launched the Citywide Traffic Team to combat dangerous driving, issuing hundreds of citations and promoting road safety through enforcement and education.
BART Finally Flips The Switch On Free Wi‑Fi At Five Packed Bay Area Hubs
BART activated free Wi‑Fi at five busy stations ahead of Super Bowl week — but the systemwide rollout is behind schedule. Riders can connect without a login at the initial hubs.
Boring No-Show Turns Vegas Loop Hearing Into Tunnel Standoff
Lawmakers convened a state committee on Tuesday seeking answers about the Vegas Loop but got letters from The Boring Company and the governor’s office instead. Regulators answered questions as lawmakers pressed for stronger oversight.
Tesla-Style Plugs Hit Aloha Tower And Kahului As Hawaii Revamps Fast Chargers
HDOT will install NACS connectors at NEVI chargers on Oʻahu and Maui during maintenance this week, creating brief outages while expanding compatibility. The upgraded hubs will keep multiple connector types and remain open 24/7.












