Transportation stories in DC / Maryland / Virginia

A serious crash in Beltsville resulted in one person being hospitalized in critical condition, while two others sustained serious injuries. Emergency crews were involved in the rescue efforts.

Metro Transit Police have made 51 arrests and issued 807 citations in a fare evasion crackdown that began on May 24. The campaign aims to address the high rate of fare evasion among Metrobus riders, which is reported to be around 70%.

High fuel prices are forcing boaters in the DC metropolitan area to rethink their summer trips. With prices exceeding $6 per gallon, many are opting for shorter outings and more conservative fuel usage.

A crash involving a school bus and a car has closed the northbound lanes of Laurel Bowie Road in Bowie, Maryland. The bus driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and police are investigating the incident.

Walk to Ballston Metro, urban amenities from exceptional home

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP. “Dear PoPville Thursday morning shortly before 9 am, I was on the Red Line towards Shady Grove. The train was especially crowded today and I exchanged a couple of smiles

Metro celebra el Mes del Orgullo con tres vehículos decorados con un diseño especial bajo el lema "Proudly Join Us on Metro". Un tren, un autobús y un vehículo MetroAccess con el vinilo temático comenzaron a circular este viernes 5 de junio y estarán en servic

Where is the closest place to park to get to Boulder Bridge at Rock Creek Park?

Metro has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing its 2020 rush hour ridership record, reaching over 71,500 customers in a single hour. This increase highlights a resurgence in public transit usage as the region continues to recover from the pandemic.

[Link: https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1txq82n] Wanted to share this here after posting it on r/WMATA last week, where the feedback was really encouraging. I've since made a few improvements and added widgets! **TL;DR** * Its a free app that shows arrivals for your nearest station the moment you o

I have a 2 week work trip coming up with the office being in Tyson’s. I am looking at either saying in Reston (easy silver line access on both ends) or close to the office in Tysons. I have heard/read Tysons is very corporate building/industrial and nothing to do and Reston is the better option. I

Kpot offerings (Photo courtesy of Kpot) Alexandria Va – Food lovers in Alexandria now have a new destination where dinner is more than just a meal—it’s an experience. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot officially opened its doors on June 4 at 6224A N. Kings Highway, introducing its signature

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I found two small duffel bags, one purple and one gray, on the platform at 7th street/ Convention Center. One was open and half riffled through but it looked like most of the stuff was still there. I left the bags with the station manager at the gates. I'm guessing the bags belong to someone from

A helicopter landed on I-95 South following a collision between two trucks on Friday morning, blocking multiple lanes. One person has been hospitalized as a result of the incident.

In case anyone is wondering, the bus lanes that are popping up around northern Bestheda has to do with the Red Line work happening in about a month - [https://mocoshow.com/2026/06/04/bus-lane-markings-being-installed-along-md-355-ahead-of-summer-red-line-shutdown/](https://mocoshow.com/2026/06/04/bu

A new law from a Fairfax County state delegate will set statewide limits on minimum parking requirements years after the county completed a major overhaul of its standards. Del. Irene […]

I just got informed I’ll be transferring for work to the Pentagon and obviously I won’t have parking provided. I’ve never used public transportation before. So far based on what I’ve researched, the VRE seems to be my best bet. However, I’m a bit confused on the time it will actually take for a trai

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Metro has temporarily halted Red Line services between Cleveland Park and Dupont Circle following reports of smoke at Woodley Park station. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes as the situation is being addressed.

A rollover crash in Bethesda on Thursday night resulted in three teenagers and two adults being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Montgomery County Police are investigating the incident, which occurred around 9:30 p.m.

Thanks to Katy for sharing with us: “I followed these signs by the Fort Totten metro and discovered a coffee stand inside Explore! Children’s Museum! So excited to have a walkable coffee spot! Finally! 395 Ingraham Street, NE Thanks for the shaken espresso, Tz’ikin Cafe.” &

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Cited for 1- failure to show proof of insurance 2- failure to display registration 3- unregistered vehicle less than 6mo I am out of state PA license, PA tag that had not been transferred to the vehicle yet, PA insurance I was borrowing a car that had no insurance. I added the vehicle to my

A crash on Crain Highway has led to the closure of all southbound lanes, causing significant disruptions to morning traffic in Prince George's County. Commuters are advised to seek alternate routes.

Located at 4928 College Ave., near the airport, Glassbox Padel is one of only a handful of places in the greater D.C. area where you can play padel. The post Glassbox Padel Brings the World’s Fastest-Growing Sport to College Park appeared first on Hyattsville Wire.

Who else is tired of feeling like walking the sidewalk is akin to walking on the road? Strolling on 16th today I damn near got run over by a person on a stand up scooter coming at full blast on a sidewalk. The sidewalk barely passable by two people walking past each other in some stretches, let alo

The National Capital Planning Commission has kept alive the triumphal arch that President Donald Trump wants built between the Memorial Bridge and Arlington National Cemetery. However, the body is requesting more information on […]

The lawsuit states that WMATA refused to run three of PETA's non-graphic ads asking for donations. It further alleges that the refusal constitutes "illegal viewpoint discrimination and a violation of the First Amendment."