🗳️ City of Danville, Virginia — free rides on Election Day

🚇 Metropolitan Transportation Authority — new elevators and walkways at Grand Central

🚄 Amtrak — $30M in upgrades for North Dakota stations

🍁 Meanwhile in Montreal, our Paul Comfort joins industry leaders at Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA)’s Fall Conference to host the CEO Roundtable.

Maryland Transit Administration is helping federal employees during the government shutdown with free MARC Train and Commuter Bus rides.

Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works just launched America’s longest all-electric BRT, complete with air-conditioned shelters and free Wi-Fi.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (Official DART page)is celebrating the first ride of the new Silver Line Regional Rail.

Metro Transit – St. Louis is saving thousands by 3D-printing its own bus parts — from cup holders to air-gauge covers.

TransLink operator Kelly Podlubny is now the 2025 World Laughing Champion!

SamTranss (San Mateo County Transit District) introduces new policies to suspend riders who behave unsafely.

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s AB 394 gives courts the power to ban those who assault transit workers.

RTC of Southern Nevada now empowers security officers to remove unruly passengers — and uses AI-based #ZeroEyes to detect weapons on vehicles.

David Fink is officially confirmed as the new head of the @Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) — leading the next chapter of America’s rail future.

In Buffalo, NY, transit scores a touchdown with plans for a new Buffalo Bills stadium featuring a dedicated transit hub for fans.

Amtrak is back on the Gulf Coast, restoring passenger service between Mobile and New Orleans for the first time since Hurricane Katrina.

SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) riders can grab Halloween savings at Eastern State Penitentiary — where spooky meets smart transit!

Calgary revives the Vote Bus, boosting voter accessibility. Foothill Transit expands its hydrogen fueling. The MTA offers transit memorabilia. APTA celebrates CX Day, prioritizing transit customers.

Metro-North Railroad introduces new, faster trains that reduce pollution. Boston is ranked as the best US city for public transportation. Spokane welcomes double-decker buses. Ottawa ComicCon features a costumed Mandalorian on OC Transpo.

The Federal Transit Administrator urges safety updates. Dallas opens its Silver Line. Ottawa pilots real-time bus info screens. Chicago's transit-themed holiday sweaters are now available for pre-order.

SEPTA receives funding to restore services after budget cuts. Sound Transit operates the first light rail car on a floating bridge. The Gordie Howe Bridge prepares to open, enhancing trade. APTA Transform hosts a panel and a puppy cuddle zone.