Grant awarded to start new round-trip train service between Twin Cities and Milwaukee
Wednesday, the U.S. Transportation Secretary announced a grant for new round trip service between the Twin Cities and Milwaukee.
California governor signs executive order to ban gas-powered cars and trucks
This rule, if not halted by a court challenge by the oil and gas industry and the Trump administration, would make California the first U.S. state with a plan to phase them out completely.
MSP Airport among 5 locations rolling out antimicrobial bins at security checkpoints
The next time you fly from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, you will notice ramped up virus mitigation efforts, including antimicrobial bins at security checkpoints.
State Patrol: Semi hits, kills pedestrian on I-94 near Sauk Centre early Sunday morning
A pedestrian was killed by a semi that was traveling west on I-94 early Sunday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
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.
MnDOT to install beacons above MnPASS Express Lanes to help catch violators
Those hoping to skirt the rules and use MnPASS lanes illegally are more likely to be caught in 2021 as the Minnesota Department of Transportation works to install 24 new enforcement beacons this fall and winter.
Travel at MSP Airport surges during Labor Day weekend, but officials expect slow down this fall
MSP Airport was busier this holiday weekend than it has been for the last few months, but airport officials aren’t sure this is part of a long-term trend.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport sees uptick in travel ahead of Labor Day
Ahead of the Labor Day weekend, it’s a different scene at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport compared to recent months amid the pandemic.
2 taxi driver attacks in one day indicative of increase in aggression toward drivers, company says
A couple of Twin Cities taxi drivers are both recovering after separate assaults Tuesday.
Twin Cities area wind speeds peak at 55 miles per hour Thursday morning
Wind speeds peaked at 55 miles per hour in the Twin Cities metro area Thursday morning.
Uber to require passengers to provide face covering selfies before boarding
Mask slackers will now have to provide photographic proof they’re wearing a face covering before boarding an Uber.
Delta, American join United in dropping widely unpopular US ticket change fees
Delta and American are following the example set by United Airlines and saying they will drop an unpopular $200 fee on customers who change a ticket for travel within the United States.
REAL ID application office to reopen at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Starting in September, Minnesota travelers once again will be able to apply for their REAL ID at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
MPCA: Dozens of new electric vehicle charging stations coming to Greater Minnesota
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says it will fund 38 new electric vehicle charging stations along four corridors in the state.
Delta Air Lines to furlough 1,941 pilots in October, according to internal memo
Delta Air Lines is set to furlough 1,941 pilots in October, the carrier said in a memo seen by Reuters on Monday that noted the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and plunging air travel demand.
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.
1,403 citations during extra hands-free enforcement in Minnesota
Law enforcement statewide participated in the campaign from August 1 to 8, which coincided with the first anniversary of Minnesota's hands-free law going into effect.
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.
Ramp closures expected next week for highways near MSP Airport as construction continues
MnDOT is planning to close a number of ramps on highways around the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport as a construction project moves forward.
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.