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Beyoncé Covers Additional $100K To Keep Metro Open For An Additional Hour

Published August 8, 2023 at 9:25AM

Due to inclement weather that delayed the start of Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour at FedExField, Metro extended the last train by an extra hour beyond the extended closing previously announced. The extended time meant the #BeyHive can stay for the “Party” and still get home on Metro.

The additional hour was funded by Beyoncé and the Tour to cover the $100,000 cost to run more trains, keep all 98 stations open for customers to exit, and other operational expenses. During the extended service period, customers were only be able to enter at Morgan Boulevard, the station closest to FedExField. All other stations were exit only.

Metro Will Offer Extended Service for Beyoncé fans Sunday Night

By MCS Staff

Published August 3, 2023 at 11:12PM

Metro will “Hold Up” the final train departing from Morgan Boulevard Station on Sunday night to give the #BeyHive a “Flawless” ride to and from FedEx Field.

The last Silver Line train toward Ashburn on Sunday night will now depart Morgan Boulevard at 12:04 a.m. instead of 11:34 p.m., allowing concertgoers enough time to walk from the stadium to the station. Metro will make late trains available at transfer stations so customers aboard the final Silver Line train can rely on Metro to get them to their destinations on all lines. All customers in line at Morgan Boulevard at 12:04 a.m. will be accommodated.

Man Arrested and Charged With Second Degree Rape That Occurred at Shady Grove Metro Station Last Week

By MCS Staff

Published August 3, 2023 at 5:35PM

Metro Transit Police has announced the arrest of Adrian Barnes, 29, by MTPD July 29 at Fort Totten Station. Barnes was charged with ‘Attempted Second Degree Rape’ that occurred at the Shady Grove metro station last week. According to police, he will also be charged with ‘Assault’ and ‘Fugitive from Justice.’

Prior to his arrest, Metro Transit Police provided the following information: “Victim reported the suspect, identified as Adrian Barnes, approached her from behind as she was getting in her car. The suspect forced her to the ground, then attempted to rape her. The victim fought off the suspect and ran from the garage to get help.”

Clear Lanes Are Coming to D.C. To Improve Bus Speed and Reliability

By MCS Staff

Published July 26, 2023 at 7:47AM

The future is looking clearer for Metrobus, as Metro and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announce the start of the 45-day minimum warning period for the Clear Lanes program. The goal is to improve bus speeds and reliability. Parked cars and vehicles illegally using dedicated bus lanes and bus stop zones slow buses down and impedes customer safety.

Under the program, cameras mounted on Metrobuses will capture video and photos of vehicles illegally operating, parking, standing, or stopping in dedicated bus lanes and bus zones. All enforcement will be handled by DDOT. Metro will not have any role in ticketing and enforcement.

Police Searching for Suspect After Attempted Rape at Shady Grove Metro Station Garage

By Patrick Herron

Published July 25, 2023 at 9:25PM

The Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) is searching for Adrian Barnes, 29, of Washington, DC for an attempted rape that occurred at ~11pm on July 24 at the Shady Grove Metro Station. According to MTPD, “Suspect approached woman in Shady Grove garage & attempted to rape her. She fought him off & escaped. If you have info on his whereabouts call 202-962-2121 or text MyMTPD (696873)”

Additional details: “Victim reported the suspect, identified as Adrian Barnes, approached her from behind as she was getting in her car. The suspect forced her to the ground, then attempted to rape her. The victim fought off the suspect and ran from the garage to get help.”

Metro Begins Rollout of New, Higher Faregates in Attempt to Stop Fare Evasion

By Patrick Herron

Published July 24, 2023 at 5:57PM

Per WMATA: Metro has begun installing new higher, stronger faregates at Fort Totten Station as part of a systemwide rollout. The design improves upon the original prototype door following months of testing and modifications. The new doors are now 55-inches tall, twice as strong, and more resilient.

The installation at Fort Totten is expected to be completed overnight, followed by Pentagon City. The faregate modifications will be installed in phases with plans to retrofit faregates throughout the system over the next year. The first 10 stations are expected to be completed by early fall.

Metro Releases Commemorative SmarTrip Card for MLS All-Star Game

By MCS Staff

Published July 13, 2023 at 8:35AM

Metro is inviting fans from around the world to ride Metro to see the Major League Soccer All-Star Game. To commemorate the occasion, Metro is releasing a limited-edition MLS All-Star SmarTrip® card, ahead of the big game.

Per Metro: “We’re really excited to welcome MLS Soccer, its players, and fans for the All-Star Game,” said Clarke. “Come on out to root for the All-Star festivities and cheer on the best of MLS against as they take on the Premier League’s Arsenal FC and take in the All-Star festivities. It’s a quick and easy ride away on Metro without all the hassle of traffic and parking.”

Two Juveniles Arrested After Brandishing Firearms and Evading Fare at Metro Station

By Patrick Herron

Published July 11, 2023 at 6:49PM | Updated July 12, 2023 at 11:17AM

Metro Transit Police announced that two juveniles were arrested at the Ft. Totten Metro station in Washington, DC on Monday, July 10 for brandishing firearms at the Silver Spring Metro station. One BB gun and one fully loaded 9mm handgun were recovered. Both juveniles suspects also evaded paying entrance into the Metro, according to a tweet by police. There were no injuries reported. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

ARRESTED: Two juveniles arrested at Ft. Totten yesterday afternoon for brandishing firearms at Silver Spring Station. One BB gun and one fully loaded 9mm handgun recovered. Both juveniles fare evaded into the system. No injuries. #wmata pic.twitter.com/lfLWjiXZja

Centralized Pay Stations and ParkMobile Now Available at Metro Parking Areas

By MCS Staff

Published July 10, 2023 at 7:24AM

No more searching for spare change to pay at Metro parking meters. New centralized pay stations and ParkMobile are now available at all of Metro’s 63 Kiss & Ride and hourly lots and on-street parking spaces, expanding the ways customers can pay.

Per WMATA: Metro’s Park & Ride facilities make it easy for customers to travel to work, school, or other activities. You can park your car and ride without the hefty parking fees. On weekends, all Metro owned parking facilities are free and with a $2 weekend flat fare for any one-way trip, using Metro is an even better bargain.

Metro Sees Highest Ridership Since 2015 on Independence Day

By MCS Staff

Published July 8, 2023 at 11:31AM

Metrorail celebrated the Independence Day holiday with preliminary ridership topping 410,000, a level not seen since 2015. With fare-free service after 5 p.m. and a boost in service to accommodate the influx of customers, rail ridership was up 61 percent over last year.

Per WMATA: The fireworks on the National Mall, A Capitol Fourth Concert, and other holiday festivities, along with fans attending the Nationals game helped drive ridership. “We are proud to connect the region and to have brought people together to celebrate America’s birthday. We hope many of those that experienced a safe and reliable Metro yesterday will use trains and buses for their future non-holiday travel needs,” said Metro General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke. “I want to commend our staff who gave up their holiday to provide fantastic service so our customers could celebrate July 4th stress free. I’m proud and thankful for their dedication to serving our community and country.”

Metro Launching MetroMeter, a New Real-Time Rail Service Tracking Tool

By MCS Staff

Published July 3, 2023 at 1:42PM

Per WMATA: Metro is launching a new tool to give customers better access to Metrorail performance information. Late next week, MetroMeter will be available to the public providing information similar to MetroHero, a third party application that has become popular with customers since its launch in 2015. The developers of MetroHero recently announced that the application will no longer be updated after July 1.

MetroMeter, a new web application, will provide easy access to real-time data on headway adherence, schedule adherence, the number of trains in service, and more. “MetroHero was popular with customers for good reason, and Metro is excited to provide our customers with a similar tool to track our performance in real time and bring more transparency to our operations,” said Metro General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke. “Metro thanks the creators of MetroHero for their years of service to our customers, and we’re proud to continue their work to shine light on our progress providing excellent service to the region.”