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WMATA’s $5 billion FY26 budget marks a shift from past doomsday budgets. But risks remain for the region’s transit network as leaders continue the regional funding debate through DMVMoves.

The proposal includes salary and wage freezes for all employees, the elimination of nearly half of Metrobus lines and a 20% increase in fares and parking rates.

Part of the buyout option included a $15,000 bonus to leave. With 12,000 people employed by the WMATA, ... Starting in January, bus riders will also have to start paying fares once again.

During last week's Metro fare hearings, Ward 3 Councilmember Mary Cheh ventured to the fifth of six in Tenleytown to voice her own WMATA concerns — namely, that the transit agency's union ...

WMATA has been getting tough on fare evasion on the rails for some time now, but the transit agency says it's now turning its attention to its buses. More than 70% of bus riders aren't paying the ...

Heading to see fireworks on the National Mall this Fourth of July? Metro has you covered. Here’s how you can ride Metro for ...

In a post on X, WMATA said that Spanish language fare charts will be at all stations in order to make Metro more accessible. The signs feature the fare rates for all Metro […] DC News Now ...

Metro riders could soon have a new option when it comes to paying for rail and bus service. In 2025, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is planning to roll out a new “open ...

WMATA has launched a warning campaign to reduce fare evasion on its buses and trains. According to a press release, Metro announced a plan on Oct. 4 to end fare evasion, which has increased during ...