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Crosslake Connection completes 2 Line, uniting Eastside and Seattle by rail
transportation1 month ago

Crosslake Connection completes 2 Line, uniting Eastside and Seattle by rail

Sound Transit will open the Crosslake Connection on March 28, completing the 2 Line and linking Redmond to Lynnwood with new Mercer Island and Judkins Park stations, using the floating I-90 bridge to connect the Eastside and Seattle and integrating with the 1 Line at International District/Chinatown. The expanded system will reach 63 miles of light rail, with frequent peak service and closely spaced headways on the busiest stretch, after years of delays and budget overruns; additional opening details will be announced as the date approaches.

via komonews.com|
#crosslake-connection#east-link#lake-washington
Crosslake Rail Opening March 28 Completes Seattle–Bellevue Link
transportation1 month ago

Crosslake Rail Opening March 28 Completes Seattle–Bellevue Link

Sound Transit says the Crosslake Connection of the 2 Line will open March 28, linking South Bellevue and International District/Chinatown across Lake Washington and expanding Seattle–Bellevue light-rail coverage to 63 miles with 50 stations; after years of delays due to I-90 floating-bridge plinth issues and a partial starter line that opened in 2024, officials still aim to beat a May 31 target and support World Cup travel in mid-2026.

via king5.com|
#bellevue#crosslake-connection#light-rail
Charlotte and U.S. Train Stabbings Highlight Safety Concerns
local-news5 months ago

Charlotte and U.S. Train Stabbings Highlight Safety Concerns

CATS released surveillance footage of a fatal stabbing on Charlotte's light rail, where 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska was killed by Decarlos Brown, who has a history of criminal activity. The incident has raised concerns about transit safety and mental health issues, prompting increased security measures and safety protocol reviews. Brown, charged with murder, was arrested at the scene, and the community mourns Zarutska's tragic death.

via WRAL.com|
#charlotte#light-rail#local-news
Redmond Light Rail Delayed by Heat and Wire Issues
transportation8 months ago

Redmond Light Rail Delayed by Heat and Wire Issues

The newly opened Redmond Link light rail segment experienced temporary closures due to heat-related issues with overhead wires, causing service disruptions and a bus bridge replacement. Repairs are underway, with expectations of partial reopening soon, as the agency investigates the heat's impact on the infrastructure and prepares for future hot weather conditions.

via The Urbanist|
#heat-wave#light-rail#overhead-wire-repair
Sound Transit Board Finalizes South Lake Union Light Rail Station Plan
local-news1 year ago

Sound Transit Board Finalizes South Lake Union Light Rail Station Plan

The Sound Transit Board rejected alternative station proposals for the Ballard Link light rail line in South Lake Union, despite lobbying from the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and major stakeholders like Amazon. The board cited significant delays and additional costs as reasons for sticking with the existing plan, which aims to minimize construction impacts on Westlake Avenue. The project, part of the 2016 Sound Transit 3 vote, is already four years behind schedule with a revised opening date of 2039.

via The Urbanist|
#amazon#light-rail#local-news
transportation1 year ago

"Lynnwood Link Light Rail Service Launches August 30"

Sound Transit announced that the Link 1 Line will extend to Lynnwood on August 30, adding four new stations and increasing train frequency during peak hours. Bus service upgrades originally planned for August 31 will now take place on September 14 to ensure a smooth transition. The extension is seen as a major milestone in the growth of light rail, connecting two counties and providing increased transit options for riders. The project budget includes federal funding and a low-interest loan, and the extension will serve stations with multiple transit connections.

via soundtransit.org|
#light-rail#link-1-line#lynnwood
"Maryland Secures $213M Federal Grant for Baltimore Light Rail Replacement"
transportation2 years ago

"Maryland Secures $213M Federal Grant for Baltimore Light Rail Replacement"

Maryland will receive over $213 million in federal funding to replace its aging fleet of light rail vehicles, with the state matching the funds with $90 million of its own. The project aims to replace the 95-foot rail cars dating back to 1992 with modern, low-floor vehicles for easier boarding. The funding comes from a new rail upkeep program established by President Biden's bipartisan infrastructure law, and the state's all-Democratic delegation played a key role in passing the legislation. The overhaul of the fleet is deemed "long overdue" by officials, following frequent service disruptions and a recent shutdown for inspections and repairs.

via Baltimore Sun|
#baltimore#federal-funding#infrastructure
"Eastside Link Light Rail: Opening in April"
transportation2 years ago

"Eastside Link Light Rail: Opening in April"

The new 2 Line Eastside Link light rail is set to open on April 27, connecting east King County to Seattle with eight stops between South Bellevue and Redmond. Sound Transit aims to improve mobility and access for residents, with trains running every 10 minutes during operating hours. The project, costing approximately $3.7 billion, will eventually expand to include stations at Judkins Park and Mercer Island in 2025. Security measures are in place, and parking will be available at select stations.

via KOMO News|
#bellevue#eastside-link#light-rail
"Dirty Martin's Saved: Austin Light-Rail Plans Altered Amid Lawsuit"
transportation2 years ago

"Dirty Martin's Saved: Austin Light-Rail Plans Altered Amid Lawsuit"

Austin's light-rail planners have decided to forgo seizing private properties, including the location of the iconic burger restaurant Dirty Martin's, in an effort to reduce land acquisition costs for the proposed line. The changes will allow planners to prioritize spending on stations and urban design, rather than on land acquisitions. The fate of Dirty Martin's has been in question for over two years, and the restaurant is currently involved in a lawsuit against the city's light-rail project. The proposed light-rail alignment along Guadalupe Street remains unchanged, but the latest plans call for more consideration to eliminate roadways for the Drag, a portion of the street on the western edge of the UT campus.

via Austin American-Statesman|
#austin#dirty-martins#lawsuit
"Dirty Martin's Saved: Austin Light-Rail Plans Tweaked"
transportation2 years ago

"Dirty Martin's Saved: Austin Light-Rail Plans Tweaked"

Austin Transit Partnership confirms that Dirty Martin’s Place and several other properties will no longer be displaced by Project Connect’s light rail transit system, following re-evaluation of station locations and traffic flow. The organization aims to minimize real estate acquisition and maximize user experience, with bus and bike routes being relocated to side streets. The first phase of the light rail will run from 38th Street to Oltorf Street to Yellow Jacket Lane, with ongoing community engagement events to gather feedback on the project's impact on the urban environment. However, a lawsuit challenges the changes made to the initial plan approved by voters in 2020, while ATP is working with the Federal Transit Administration on federal funding and environmental approval processes.

via KXAN.com|
#austin#austin-transit-partnership#community-engagement
"Baltimore Light Rail Service Suspended for Repairs, Causing Transit Woes"
transportation2 years ago

"Baltimore Light Rail Service Suspended for Repairs, Causing Transit Woes"

Baltimore's light rail service remains suspended for the fourth day as inspections and repairs are being conducted on the entire fleet due to mechanical issues. The Maryland Transportation Authority has not provided specific updates on the situation, but maintenance and overhaul of aging transportation vehicles are being emphasized as a priority moving forward. Camden Station is currently serving as a midpoint for replacement shuttle services during the suspension, causing delays for commuters. The MTA has identified punctured conduits and cable issues as more systemic problems than initially thought, likely resulting from delayed maintenance efforts. It will require eight cars for limited service and 19 cars for full service to resume.

via CBS Baltimore|
#baltimore#light-rail#maintenance