Mecklenburg County’s new 1% sales tax is now in effect
Mecklenburg County’s new 1% sales tax is now in effect, lifting the combined rate on most taxable purchases to 8.25% and directing revenue to roads and transit.
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New Bern Avenue BRT work is now affecting parking and traffic in Raleigh
Raleigh’s New Bern Avenue BRT construction is active, with lane closures, parking restrictions, and erosion-control work moving from Poole Road toward WakeMed.
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Lexington heat warning keeps cooling centers and free LexTran rides open
Lexington KY – The National Weather Service has an Extreme Heat Warning in effect through 9 p.m. Friday, July 3, and the city says cooling centers, community centers, discounted pools, and targeted free LexTran rides are available now.
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BART parking cuts, shutdowns and TOD proposals hit Fremont Station
Fremont CA – BART is limiting parking and access at Fremont Station through February 2027, and five weekend shutdowns begin July 25-26 as the agency seeks proposals for east-lot redevelopment.
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Los Angeles starts SB 79 rollout July 1, but impacts will vary
State SB 79 takes effect July 1, and Los Angeles has already adopted local phased and low-rise ordinances that will shape where the new rules apply.
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Dodge County applies for FY27 transit grant for Eastman riders
Eastman, GA — Dodge County is applying for FY27 FTA 5311 rural transit funding for Dodge Transit, which could help keep curb-to-curb service available.
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Fremont Blvd work still delays drivers and AC Transit riders
Fremont CA – The eastbound lane on Fremont Boulevard between Thornton Avenue and Bonde Way remains closed, and AC Transit has a stop detour nearby.
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Santa Clarita Transit adds contactless payments; fare caps need one method
Santa Clarita Transit riders can now tap credit cards and mobile wallets systemwide, but fare caps still require the same payment method.
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Charlotte approves Blue Line fare checks under CATS overhaul
Charlotte NC – City Council approved a three-year fare-inspection contract that starts on the Blue Line as CATS rolls out proof-of-payment rules and other fare changes.
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Tucson approves RTA Next transit-safety spending as strike deadline nears
Tucson, AZ – Council advanced first-year transit-safety spending, but RTA eligibility review and Sun Tran labor talks remain unresolved.
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New Haven commuters face 5% rail fare hike July 1; monthly ticket $518.50
New Haven CT – CTDOT’s July 1 rail fare hike lifts New Haven Line monthly tickets to $518.50, adding recurring costs for Union Station commuters.
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SBCTA funds extra World Cup Metrolink trips as budget gap looms
San Bernardino CA – SBCTA approved $30,000 from prior-year surplus funds for extra World Cup Metrolink service, as a nearly $30 million gap looms.
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Milwaukee County transit audit raises oversight questions as board weighs fixes
Milwaukee County – A county audit says key MCTS contracts skipped board review, putting transit oversight and taxpayer accountability back in focus.
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Jacksonville housing density plan heads to June 23 Council vote
Jacksonville FL – Ordinance 2026-0311 would steer denser housing to selected lower flood-risk corridors near transit and the Emerald Trail, but Council has not voted yet.
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Miami World Cup transit changes bring downtown road closures and late service
Bayfront Park’s Fan Festival is open through July 5, with later Metromover service and match-day road restrictions reshaping downtown Miami trips.
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Irving Connector launches to replace cut DART routes, free through June 24
Irving Connector started June 10 as a city-backed replacement for former DART routes 225 and 255, with free rides through June 24 and a $1.50 fare after that.
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DART’s new bus network starts June 14, cutting routes and stops
DART’s new network launched June 14, changing Des Moines-area bus trips with fewer routes, fewer stops and free rides through June 30 for riders.
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Norfolk festival weekend brings road closures, free transit June 19-22
Downtown Norfolk faces closures June 19-21 as Juneteenth, Sail250 Virginia and Harborfest overlap; HRT adds free rides and Sail250 shuttle service.
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Newton’s biggest housing project tops off first building as Pattern District takes shape
Newton Upper Falls – Northland says the first Pattern District building topped off May 20, marking visible progress on the 822-unit project.
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Des Moines DART route overhaul is live, changing daily trips
Des Moines IA – DART’s redesigned bus network launched June 14, replacing local routes and changing stops, transfers and trip patterns for riders.
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Seattle transit tax renewal would double rate and add free ORCA passes
Seattle is weighing a 10-year transit renewal that would raise the sales tax to 0.30%, fund more bus trips and expand free ORCA access if voters approve.
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Indianapolis riders face IndyGo changes June 14, MyKey+ July 1
Indianapolis IN – IndyGo changes bus service June 14 and launches MyKey+ July 1, so riders should check routes and payment setup before then.