Baltimore's Light Rail Crisis: Impact on Commuters and Ravens Game Attendance

Baltimore's light rail service has been suspended indefinitely due to safety concerns following a fire on a railcar. The suspension has raised questions about the delayed maintenance and overhaul of the railcars, which were supposed to be rehabilitated after 15 years but were not addressed until 2013. The state's transportation budget cuts have further complicated the situation, with worries about the long-term health of the transit system. The Maryland Transit Administration is seeking federal grants to replace some of the aging railcars, but there is no timeline for when service will resume. Thousands of riders have been affected by the shutdown, causing disruptions in their daily commutes.