FTA awards $232.8 million to make aging transit stations more accessible
Federal grants will fund accessibility upgrades at eight legacy transit projects in five states, but construction schedules will vary by agency.
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WALK Bridge work will reduce Amtrak and Metro-North weekend service
WALK Bridge construction will reduce weekend Amtrak and Metro-North service on Sept. 19-20 and two October weekends, with fewer seats and crowding.
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WMATA OIG Report Flags Privacy, Payment and Contract Risks
A September 10 inspector general report covering the first half of 2026 identifies control weaknesses at Metro involving data privacy, vendor payments, federal awards and contract management.
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PPA voids 23,195 Philadelphia speed-camera violations and refunds $1,252,798.75
A missing 25-mph speed-limit sign and speed-camera enforcement sign invalidated 23,195 southbound violations near 6500 N. Broad Street.
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Chicago’s New Transit Oversight Structure Faces Its First Major Test
NITA has replaced the RTA and begun regional transit oversight, but Chicago riders will see limited immediate changes beyond an October 1 reduced-fare expansion.
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Los Angeles Breaks Ground on Spring-Alameda Mobility Project in Downtown and Chinatown
Construction is underway on a 1.2-mile Spring-Alameda safety project linking Chinatown, Union Station and the Los Angeles River path, with lane changes, protected bike lanes and new crossings planned through 2027.
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France probes possible sabotage after Normandy train derailment
A Rouen-to-Caen train derailed near Cléon, injuring 44 people. Investigators are examining rail found on the track as service remains disrupted.
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Fort Worth airport launches Texas electric-aircraft testing program
Project Nexus launched September 10 at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, beginning a three-year testing program for possible future cargo, medical and passenger operations.
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Cincinnati Council to consider $1.825 million federal study for Reading Road BRT corridor
A pending Cincinnati ordinance would authorize an application for up to $1.825 million to study transit-oriented development along the planned Reading Road bus rapid transit corridor from Downtown to Roselawn.
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Rialto Street Vehicle Closure Scheduled Monday for Lowrie Street Bridge Repairs
Rialto Street will close to vehicles between Ley Street and Route 28 in Troy Hill beginning September 14, 2026, while crews repair the Lowrie Street Bridge abutments.
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Nashville airport board votes to begin process of renaming BNA for Dolly Parton
The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority voted 6-0 on September 11 to begin a process for renaming Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton. No final name or implementation timeline has been approved.
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San Diego Council to Weigh Proposed Local-Control Resolution for Autonomous Vehicles
San Diego City Council will consider Item 201 on September 14, a proposed resolution seeking more local authority over autonomous passenger services and stronger protections for workers and public safety.
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Memphis to close South Front Street segment for sewer work through Sept. 30
South Front Street between Mina Avenue and Butler Avenue is scheduled to close Sept. 14 through Sept. 30 for SARP10 sanitary sewer construction.
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Cleveland seeks ODOT grants for pedestrian safety improvements at 18 city locations
Cleveland City Council’s Municipal Services and Properties Committee is scheduled to consider Ordinance 926-2026 on September 14, 2026, covering pedestrian-safety work at 18 locations and an estimated $455,657.65 city match.
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I-5 southbound closure is now in effect through Portland’s Rose Quarter
Southbound I-5 is closed between Portland’s I-405 and I-84 interchanges for up to five weeks, adding route and timing challenges for commuters, freight operators, schools, businesses and Rose Quarter visitors.
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FAA Expands BEYOND Drone Program With Up to Eight New Participants
The FAA is expanding its BEYOND drone program with up to eight government partners, but the move does not create a nationwide rule for routine BVLOS flights.
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A $400 million ‘Big Fix’ is coming to Jackson-area interstates. What drivers should expect
MDOT has scheduled a roughly $400 million rehabilitation of I-20, I-55 and connected routes, with overnight closures expected in October and 45-day directional I-20 closures planned for 2027 and 2028.
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Pittsburgh’s red-light cameras are warning drivers before $100 citations begin
Pittsburgh’s two active red-light cameras are issuing warnings now. A $100 civil citation period begins October 11, with four more sites planned.
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Michigan wins up to $145 million for rail bridges, track and Amtrak reliability
Michigan received approval for up to $145 million for three Michigan Line projects, but design, matching funds, contracts and construction must come before riders and road users see the improvements.
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Las Vegas withdraws planned Arts District parking changes after business pushback
Las Vegas withdrew parking changes scheduled for October 1 in the 18b Arts District, keeping weekday lunch parking free and employee permits at $10 during storm-drain construction.
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Pokémon World Championships bring closures and drone shows to San Francisco
San Francisco hosts the Pokémon World Championships Aug. 28-30, with SoMa closures, event traffic controls, longer BART trains and free nightly drone shows.
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Atlanta and MARTA settle More MARTA dispute for $52 million
Atlanta and MARTA reached a $52 million More MARTA settlement announced August 27, with $32.63 million still due by August 31, 2028, for future transit priorities.