Tag: DC Metro

The federal government criticized Metro's handling of Thursday's fires in the system. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File)

Feds hand down new emergency orders to Metro after fires

Kyle Feldscher · May 7, 2016 6:22 pm

It begins in June and involves 15 separate projects that will be conducted in succession and never overlap. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File)

Watch: DC Metro announces massive 10-month long rail repair

Kelly Cohen · May 6, 2016 6:10 pm

Warner and Kaine praised the "take-charge" management style of new General Manager Paul Wiedefeld.

Virginia, Md. senators endorse Metro’s overhaul plan

Susan Ferrechio · May 6, 2016 5:49 pm

President Obama has argued for years that Republicans aren't open enough to boosting spending for needed infrastructure projects. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Obama: D.C. Metro dysfunction a sign of GOP ‘ideology’

Pete Kasperowicz · May 6, 2016 5:20 pm

"The question you haven't asked me today is about the Blue Line," Jack Evans said. "If we close it entirely, I can do [repairs] in six months for $5 million." (AP Photo)

Tempers flare at congressional hearing over Metro

Anna Giaritelli · April 13, 2016 9:43 pm

The new chief safety officer oversaw repairs of Manhattan's signal system following the 9/11 attacks. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Metro taps top NYC subway officer

Anna Giaritelli · April 12, 2016 10:58 pm

Michael Barone: The tragic deterioration of Washington’s Great Society Subway

Michael Barone · April 10, 2016 4:17 am

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee announced an April 13 hearing on Metro's "most significant challenges." (AP Photo)

Congress will question Metro about March 16 shutdown

Susan Ferrechio · April 8, 2016 7:19 pm

Metro Transit Police said there is no "known, specific or credible threat" to the D.C. subway system at this time. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

National Security

D.C. Metro to boost security after Brussels attacks

Kelly Cohen · March 22, 2016 11:55 am

Metro teams have found 26 areas where damaged jumper cables and connector boots must be replaced. (AP Photo/Jessica Gresko)

D.C. Metro will reopen Thursday following safety checks

Anna Giaritelli · March 16, 2016 11:19 pm

Union chief: "Employees who rely on Metro to commute to work should not be forced to use personal leave." (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Union calls for paid time off due to Metro closure

Sean Higgins · March 16, 2016 7:35 pm

Key House committee backs Metro closure

Sean Higgins · March 16, 2016 1:28 am