Metro Transit slated to end Northstar train service in January
Metro Transit is planning to end Northstar commuter train service and switch over to a bus service starting in January, according to Metropolitan Council documents.
Southwest Light Rail now ‘over 85% complete’ Met Council update says
An update by the Metropolitan Council says the well over-budget and long-delayed Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) project is now over 85%" completed.
Woman drowned in White Bear Lake was beloved Metro Transit police officer
A community is mourning the sudden loss of Metro Transit police Sgt. Beverly “Bev" Rodriguez, who people said they will remember most as someone who served with both strength and compassion.
It's the end of the road for beloved bus route 21
Metro Transit says Route 21 provides 7,000 rides every weekday, making it one of the agency's busiest routes.
'Safe & strong University Avenue initiative' announced for St. Paul
More Metro Transit officers, supported by city police and county deputies, are expected to have a visible presence along University Avenue and the Green Line in St. Paul as part of a new safety initiative.
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Southwest Light Rail construction audit released: What it says
A performance audit of the controversial Southwest Light Rail's construction found “instances of noncompliance."
Minnesota's water, public transit get a 'C' grade: ASCE report
A new report card released by the American Society of Civil Engineers shows Minnesota has work to do to improve its water quality and access to public transit.
METRO Gold Line opens in east Twin Cities metro
Elected officials gathered on Saturday to celebrate a milestone accomplishment. Saturday was the first day of operations for the new METRO Gold Line, a frequent all-day bus service along a 10-mile stretch of Interstate 94 in the east metro.
St. Patrick’s Day: Metro Transit offering free, sober rides
Are you going out for St. Patrick’s Day? Miller Lite’s Free Rides program is offering a safe way home through Metro Transit.
Metro Transit, SouthWest Transit resume service after snowstorm
After suspending service during Wednesday morning's snowstorm, several public transportation options have resumed operations throughout the Twin Cities metro.
Met Council may transition Northstar Commuter Rail service to bus service
The Metropolitan Council is going to explore if the Northstar Commuter Rail service should be transitioned to a bus service.
State rules former Metro Transit captain was discriminated against, lawsuit now pending
A lawsuit has been filed against the Metropolitan Council, which accuses the council of, through the actions of former Metro Transit Chief of Police Eddie Frizell, discriminating against two former Metro Transit police officers due to their race.
Driver hurt after vehicle collides with light rail train in St. Paul
A driver is expected to survive after being injured when police say a vehicle turned into the path of a light rail train in St. Paul on Sunday evening.
Metro Transit not offering free rides on New Year’s Eve, rideshares offer discounts
Metro Transit is not offering free rides for New Year’s Eve this year, but some rideshare apps are providing discounts in an effort to help people get home safely after celebrating the New Year.