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1251 storiesnewest firstlatest September 25, 2026page 11 of 63
Chicago City Council delayed a vote on the parking meter lease transfer at a special meeting on September 25, 2026, as the deadline for the deal approaches, highlighting the need for further review before approval.
Chicago Park District will hold public town‑hall meetings to gather input on rules and safety for e‑bikes and e‑scooters on park trails, responding to rising usage of these devices.
Chicago police are searching for an unidentified male suspect accused of sexually assaulting a woman on a CTA bus in University Village. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities reviewing evidence and seeking public assistance.
A motorcyclist was killed on the high‑traffic I-45 to Sam Houston Tollway connector ramp on September 25, 2026, prompting an investigation by Constable Mark Herman's Office.
A fire at the Bronx terminal station halted No. 2 subway service on September 25, 2026, leading to delayed resumption of trains. Crews cleared the blaze and the line resumed with reduced frequency and ongoing delays for commuters.
The MBTA will start installing cameras on Silver Line buses in early October to photograph vehicles blocking bus lanes, with fines of $25 to $125 and a full rollout planned for January 2027. The move aims to curb illegal lane use and improve bus service reliability.
VDOT has revised its I‑495 plan to add 11 miles of express lanes and reserve space on the Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge for a future Metrorail line, with support from Fairfax County officials.
Brightline is restructuring over $5 billion of debt in bankruptcy court, but its Miami‑Orlando passenger service continues uninterrupted, while its sister company builds a high‑speed line in the West.
Brightline claimed Miami‑Dade’s transit tax generates $5 billion annually, a figure officials say is inaccurate, as the county may allocate only hundreds of millions toward the rail project.
Villeray merchants are campaigning for a permanent pedestrian zone on Rue Villeray after a successful summer pilot that temporarily closed the street to cars, citing improved business conditions and positive community response.
Mayor‑candidate Bonnie Crombie has proposed extending the TTC’s Line 2 subway from Kipling station to Sherway Gardens and central Mississauga, aiming to link Toronto’s subway system with its western neighbour.
A commuter was seriously injured after being struck by a GO train west of Exhibition Station early Friday, prompting a search and causing major service delays. Metrolinx, GO Transit and paramedics responded to the incident and are working to restore normal operations.
Villeray Street merchants are asking Montreal to extend the successful summer pedestrian zone, citing increased foot traffic and a positive shopping environment.
Villeray Street merchants are urging Montreal to make the successful summer 2026 pedestrian‑only zone a permanent summer feature, citing increased foot traffic and vibrant street life. The request aligns with the city’s broader program of temporary pedestrian zones to boost local commerce.
The LAX People Mover opening has been postponed after the contractor requested extra testing time to ensure safety and performance. Officials say the delay, part of a series of postponements, reflects a commitment to a reliable automated transit system for airport passengers.
A Los Angeles Metro driver pleaded not guilty to murder after a Chatsworth bus crash that killed two and injured five, and was detained on $4.1 million bail.
Sound Transit’s CEO claimed a $30,000 bonus and a salary increase, while King County Executive Dow Constantine will receive a deferred $30,000 bonus after the agency opened its Lake Washington light‑rail line in March 2026.
In 1982, a commuter train between Mesa and Phoenix operated at a cost of $11,000 per day as officials tested its ability to ease traffic and evaluate financial viability.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Georgia State Patrol are conducting a death investigation after a fatality was reported on an I‑75 ramp in Bartow County on September 24, 2026. The agencies are collecting evidence and have not released further details as the inquiry continues.
Villeray street merchants are requesting that the successful summer pedestrian zone on Rue Villeray be renewed for summer 2026, citing the clear success of the initial trial and broader city experiments with temporary car‑free streets.
