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New Documentary, 'Bus Stop Jobs,' Follows A Day In The Life Of Local Bus Rider
A new short documentary showcases the challenges of living in Winston-Salem without a vehicle.
Berlin's New Adidas Sneakers Feature Sewn-In Transit Tickets
These shoes are made for taking the metro. They may seem pricey, but they're about a quarter of the cost of an annual transportation pass in Berlin.
Florida Set To Launch Country's First Private High-Speed Train Service
The $3 billion project is the first privately funded high-speed rail system in the U.S. Trains will begin running along the state's busiest corridor from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale this month.
Voters Backed Transit Funds. Will Congress OK Trump Infrastructure Plan?
Dozens of ballot measures to raise local taxes were approved, and President-elect Donald Trump has called for more spending on infrastructure. But there are questions about Trump's funding sources.
Out Of Options, This School Got Uber To Pick Up Its Students
Miles from public transportation, many students at this community college didn't have a way to get to class. That is, until the school decided to partner with the ride-hailing company, Uber.
A Revolution That Didn't Happen: Personal Rapid Transit
In 1975, the Personal Rapid Transit in Morgantown, W. Va., was expected to usher in a new age of public transit nationally. It didn't. Still, the aging system is getting a $100-million upgrade.
A Million Dollars Goes To An App That Leads To A Better Bus Commute
The $1 million Hult Prize went to team Magic Bus, operating in Nairobi. By cutting wait times, the bus crew could make customers happy — and boost their own income.
The Newest Public Transportation In Town: Uber
Altamonte Springs, Fla., is the first U.S. city to subsidize Uber fares. It's a public-private partnership, with local businesses helping foot the bill. Officials hope it will help reduce traffic.
Like Millennials, More Older Americans Steering Away From Driving
Americans of all ages are tossing away the keys and giving up their driver's licenses, a new study shows. Cars are being replaced by bikes, public transit and ride-hailing services.