London’s ‘Superloop’ Buses Seek to Speed Suburban Commutes
"in 2023, when Transport for London launched the so-called “Superloop” — an almost-ring of express bus routes circumnavigating London’s outer districts. The BL1 adds a new spoke to this radial service — one of 10 new loop lines on the way, and the first BRT line to travel in and out of central London."
Mardi Gras Service off to a solid start
Amtrak’s 10-car, twice-daily Mardi Gras Service between Mobile and New Orleans made it past the starting block. Bay Saint Louis and Mobile are subsidizing golf carts to get passengers through the last mile. More marketing to come!
Mardi Gras Service off to a solid start: Analysis (updated) - Trains
Opening of Toronto light rail line pushed back again
"The most recent estimate had projected the (Eglinton Crosstown) 11.8-mile (19-kilometer), 25-station line across Toronto would open this month, but the line has yet to begin its required 30-day revenue service demonstration...That process requires operating the system for a month exactly as it will in normal operation, except with no passengers aboard, before revenue service can be launched."
Opening of Toronto light rail line pushed back again - Trains
Deep Transit Cuts in Philadelphia Set Commuters and Parents Scrambling
"The region’s mass transit agency, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, or SEPTA, said it had cut its bus and train services by 20 percent, the result of a budget shortfall that remains unresolved in the state legislature. On Sunday, SEPTA eliminated 32 bus routes, shortened 16 others and reduced the frequency of other bus and rail lines."
Teens explore transit at Portland State camp
"In the morning, students are in the classroom learning about traffic safety, accessibility and land use, among other topics. They also hear from guest speakers currently working in the industry, such as civil engineers.
In the afternoon, students become pedestrians and passengers around Portland. Campers get a behind-the-scenes look at the city’s various transit systems"
Try system, use system!
Bikes, buses and bridges: Teens explore transit at Portland State camp
Kansas City: Transit activists interrupt Jackson County Legislature to demand bus funding: ‘Do your job’
"About 50 people with climate activist group Sunrise Movement KC rallied at the Jackson County courthouse Monday. The group is calling on legislators to put a county-wide sales tax on the ballot...After kicking out the crowd, the Jackson County Legislature continued on with its meeting. Public transit funding was not on the agenda."
Transit activists interrupt Jackson County Legislature to demand bus funding: ‘Do your job’
One Tampa bus route will be fare-free in 2025
"In an exciting move for public transit in Tampa, the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) announced that starting Jan. 5, 2025, Route 1 will be fare-free for all riders. This change will make traveling between downtown Tampa and key destinations more accessible and affordable than ever."
I think that's great, but...ONE route? How much more would it have cost to make them all free?
Merry Christmas to me!
Purdue University will offer commuter shuttles between Indianapolis and West Lafayette
"Purdue University is making it easier for students, as well as faculty and staff, to commute between West Lafayette and the Indianapolis campus.
The school will have free commuter shuttles available starting in August.
"School officials said six round trips will be offered daily during the week."
Wow, that's a great service to offer!