St. Paul middle school students pitch idea for allowing pets on public transit
When the Animal Humane Society veterinary clinic in St. Paul discovered a problem some pet owners were running into, they got help finding a solution from the middle schoolers in their youth education program.
Metro Transit workers union rejects contract offer, authorizes strike 'if necessary'
A union representing Metro Transit workers has rejected an offer from Metro Transit and authorized a strike if necessary, the union said Wednesday.
Metro Transit updates NexTrip to better predict bus arrivals
Metro Transit's NexTrip system software, which predicts bus arrival times, just got a big boost. Metro Transit spent just under a $1 million to update the decade-old system. It had become a source of frustration for many riders.
Light rail and bus service to downtown Minneapolis resumes after suspension overnight
Update (5:34 a.m.): Metro Transit has resumed light rail and bus service to downtown Minneapolis.
Metro Transit expanding bus, light rail service on some routes to pre-pandemic levels
Next month, Metro Transit will be expanding service to many of its bus routes and some light rail lines, which would restore service on those routes to pre-pandemic levels, according to Metro Transit officials.
Blue Line Extension Project stalls after failed cooperation with BNSF
It's back to the drawing board for a $1.5 billion light rail project in the Twin Cities metro.
How transit services in the Twin Cities have adapted for safety during COVID-19
Metro Transit, and other transit services, have implemented several safety protocols to keep drivers and riders safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you take the bus or train around the Twin Cities metro area, here's what you can expect when you ride.
Metro Transit to increase service on some light rail and bus routes starting Saturday
As ridership demand increases amid loosening COVID-19 restrictions in Minnesota, Metro Transit is extending service for some of its light rail lines and bus routes, according to the agency's spokesman.
Metro Transit operations to resume Wednesday
Update: Metro Transit announced it expects bus and Northstar operations to resume Wednesday, June 3, and light rail service to resume Thursday, June 4.
Metro Transit resumes service after suspending operations during riots
Metro Transit announced that they will resume bus and Northstar commuter rail service at 4 a.m. Wednesday, June 3 after suspending service due to the unrest in the Twin Cities. The METRO Blue Line and METRO Green Line service are expected to be back in service on Thursday, June 4.
Metro Transit suspending all bus, light rail service through the weekend due to protests
Metro Transit is suspending all bus and light rail service through the weekend due to unrest in the Twin Cities following the death of George Floyd, who died following an arrest.
Metro Transit suspends Blue Line Service until further notice
Metro Transit announced Thursday they have suspended METRO Blue Line trains until further notice.
Face coverings required for Metro Transit buses and trains, starting Monday
Starting Monday, face coverings will be required to wear on all Metro Transit buses and light rail trains. Metro Transit officials say it is an effort to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 as well as follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
15-year-olds charged for St. Paul light rail station assault, harassment
The Ramsey County Attorney’s Office says three 15-year-olds have been charged in connection with an assault of an elderly woman on a light rail platform last week.
Metro Transit reduces light rail train service to 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Metro Transit says it will only run its light rail trains between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. daily in yet another reduction of service due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Metro Transit to limit amount of passengers per bus amid pandemic
Starting Thursday, Metro Transit will be limiting the amount of passengers on its buses due to novel coronavirus concerns, according to an update.
Metro Mobility begins door-to-door services for healthcare workers
Metro Mobility has started 24/7 door-to-door commute services for any person who works at a healthcare facility, the Metropolitan Council announced Monday.
Metro Transit to reduce service by about 40% due to COVID-19
Metro Transit will be adjusting its service in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Minnesota.
Metro Transit suspending overnight service starting Tuesday
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Metro Transit will be suspending its overnight service on bus and light rails starting Tuesday evening.
Police investigate after shooting victim found on bus in New Hope, Minnesota
Police are searching for a suspect after a shooting on a bus in New Hope, Minnesota Thursday evening.