It's the end of the road for beloved bus route 21
Metro Transit says Route 21 provides 7,000 rides every weekday, making it one of the agency's busiest routes.
Metro Transit Route 21 put into retirement in Minneapolis
The bus line between Minneapolis and St. Paul, Route 21, was put into retirement Friday. The route is being replaced with Metro Transit's B Line rapid bus line. FOX 9's Maury Glover has the story.
'Safe & strong University Avenue initiative' announced for St. Paul
More Metro Transit officers, supported by city police and county deputies, are expected to have a visible presence along University Avenue and the Green Line in St. Paul as part of a new safety initiative.
Southwest Light rail construction update
An audit was held for the Southwest Light Rail's construction. FOX 9's Soyoung Kim has the details.
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Southwest Light Rail construction audit presentation [RAW]
The Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor's Financial Audit Division released a performance audit on the Southwest Light Rail's construction, finding "instances of noncompliance." The Southwest Light Rail will connect Eden Prairie to downtown Minneapolis. The project has faced delays in construction and cost overruns, and is now expected to open in 2027.
Southwest Light Rail construction audit released: What it says
A performance audit of the controversial Southwest Light Rail's construction found “instances of noncompliance."
Minnesota's water, public transit get a 'C' grade: ASCE report
A new report card released by the American Society of Civil Engineers shows Minnesota has work to do to improve its water quality and access to public transit.
METRO Gold Line opens in east Twin Cities metro
Elected officials gathered on Saturday to celebrate a milestone accomplishment. Saturday was the first day of operations for the new METRO Gold Line, a frequent all-day bus service along a 10-mile stretch of Interstate 94 in the east metro.
Metro Transit unveils new rapid bus line
Metro Transit now offers a rapid bus line that reaches out to the east metro. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest.
Metro Transit Gold Line to open this weekend
The Metro Transit Gold Line, running from Woodbury to downtown St. Paul, is set to open for service this weekend. FOX 9's Se Kwon was live with Oakdale Mayor Kevin Zabel to learn more.
St. Patrick’s Day: Metro Transit offering free, sober rides
Are you going out for St. Patrick’s Day? Miller Lite’s Free Rides program is offering a safe way home through Metro Transit.
Metro Transit, SouthWest Transit resume service after snowstorm
After suspending service during Wednesday morning's snowstorm, several public transportation options have resumed operations throughout the Twin Cities metro.
Met Council may transition Northstar Commuter Rail service to bus service
The Metropolitan Council is going to explore if the Northstar Commuter Rail service should be transitioned to a bus service.
State rules former Metro Transit captain was discriminated against, lawsuit now pending
A lawsuit has been filed against the Metropolitan Council, which accuses the council of, through the actions of former Metro Transit Chief of Police Eddie Frizell, discriminating against two former Metro Transit police officers due to their race.
Driver hurt after vehicle collides with light rail train in St. Paul
A driver is expected to survive after being injured when police say a vehicle turned into the path of a light rail train in St. Paul on Sunday evening.
Metro Transit not offering free rides on New Year’s Eve, rideshares offer discounts
Metro Transit is not offering free rides for New Year’s Eve this year, but some rideshare apps are providing discounts in an effort to help people get home safely after celebrating the New Year.
St. Paul light rail shooting leaves 1 man dead
A man is dead after being shot on the Green Line light rail train in St. Paul Friday night.
Metro Transit considers reducing fares 2025
The Twin Cities Metropolitan Council heard a proposal to lower fares on Metro Transit buses and light rail trains in an effort to attract more riders.
Metro Transit LRT running again after tech issue stalls trains
Light rail trains in the Twin Cities aren't running on Monday due to a “tech issue" that has left trains stuck in place.
Metro Transit police chief leaves under dark cloud
A month after the Metro Transit police chief was placed on leave, he’s off the job. Ernest Morales ended up serving only about a year and a half as chief, and he leaves under a dark cloud.