/tags/public-transportation Public Transportation en-US Copyright © 2024 �������� Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:00:00 GMT /economy-business/2024-12-27/family-care-health-centers-dutchtown The new facility, which has broken ground and is slated to open in June 2026, adds to Family Care Health Centers' existing footprint of four locations. Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:00:00 GMT /economy-business/2024-12-27/family-care-health-centers-dutchtown Eric Schmid /economy-business/2024-09-10/metrolink-rolls-out-security-upgrades-at-east-st-louis-station The stop at Emerson Park in East St. Louis marked the first of MetroLink’s “secure platforms” — a $52 million upgrade for stations that will include turnstiles, gates, fencing and checking tickets. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:00 GMT /economy-business/2024-09-10/metrolink-rolls-out-security-upgrades-at-east-st-louis-station Will Bauer /government-politics-issues/2024-05-29/metro-transit-booking-window-call-a-ride Metro Transit is making changes after disabled customers and advocates called for the company to better serve its riders. Beginning July 5, the company's Call-A-Ride service will allow booking up to three days in advance for trips for disabled customers. Wed, 29 May 2024 21:30:01 GMT /government-politics-issues/2024-05-29/metro-transit-booking-window-call-a-ride Lacretia Wimbley /economy-business/2024-01-17/metrolinks-proposed-1-billion-north-south-rail-in-tough-competition-for-federal-funding Transit officials say a $1 billion expansion of the MetroLink that would connect north and south St. Louis along Jefferson Avenue will rely on federal transit grants. Wed, 17 Jan 2024 23:13:43 GMT /economy-business/2024-01-17/metrolinks-proposed-1-billion-north-south-rail-in-tough-competition-for-federal-funding Sarah Fentem /government-politics-issues/2024-01-09/missouri-house-republican-again-introduces-bill-allowing-guns-on-public-transportation The legislation also repeals the prohibition on the concealed carrying of firearms in places of worship and lowers the age requirement for a concealed carry permit from 19 to 18. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 01:11:31 GMT /government-politics-issues/2024-01-09/missouri-house-republican-again-introduces-bill-allowing-guns-on-public-transportation Sarah Kellogg /economy-business/2024-01-03/metro-buses-and-trains-in-st-louis-will-lose-their-exterior-ads Over 140 ads will be removed from the outside of Metro buses and trains. Company leaders say despite profitable advertisements, they will move to show inside the vehicles exclusively. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 22:44:32 GMT /economy-business/2024-01-03/metro-buses-and-trains-in-st-louis-will-lose-their-exterior-ads Lauren Brennecke /economy-business/2023-11-02/citing-a-driver-shortage-madison-county-transit-will-reduce-routes-in-december Like other employers, Madison County Transit is struggling to hire drivers. To avoid burning out employees, Managing Director SJ Morrison said MCT will reduce routes in low-traffic areas. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 18:55:06 GMT /economy-business/2023-11-02/citing-a-driver-shortage-madison-county-transit-will-reduce-routes-in-december Will Bauer /2023-10-16/how-to-get-around-st-louis-without-driving-a-car-yes-it-is-possible St. Louis is known for being a car city — but its public transportation system can be a great way to get around town. Here's a guide to transit options in the St. Louis region. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:55:00 GMT /2023-10-16/how-to-get-around-st-louis-without-driving-a-car-yes-it-is-possible Lara Hamdan /economy-business/2023-05-03/amtraks-trains-heading-from-st-louis-to-chicago-are-moving-faster Amtrak and the Illinois Department of Transportation received federal approval for the trains traveling between Chicago and St. Louis to have a maximum speed of 110 mph, up from 90 mph. Wed, 03 May 2023 20:48:18 GMT /economy-business/2023-05-03/amtraks-trains-heading-from-st-louis-to-chicago-are-moving-faster Jonathan Ahl /economy-business/2022-04-04/st-louis-downtown-electric-shuttles-to-offer-free-transportation A free electric vehicle shuttle will allow take people around parts of downtown St. Louis for the next year. City officials say riders can use an app to connect to the service, which will supplement public transportation. Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:37:11 GMT /economy-business/2022-04-04/st-louis-downtown-electric-shuttles-to-offer-free-transportation Chad Davis