"Light Rail Suspension: Riders Face Frustration and Commute Chaos"

Light rail riders in Baltimore are frustrated as the indefinite suspension of service continues into the new workweek due to mechanical issues. The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has not provided a timeline for when the problems will be fixed, leaving thousands of commuters scrambling to find alternate transportation. The suspension, which began on Friday, is impacting around 10,000 riders who now have to rely on shuttle buses. The MTA discovered punctured high voltage conduits and damage to machinery connecting the cars, leading to a fire and smoke events. Commuters are concerned about the safety of the light rail and the lack of notice given by the MTA.