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See something? Say something! 💬 You play a vital part in keeping Metro safe. To report suspicious activity, call our Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) at (202) 962-2121 or text 696873 (MyMTPD). 📲 Available 24/7! Add (MTPD) to your contacts.
January 14, 2026 at 9:00 PM
See something? Say something! 💬 You play a vital part in keeping Metro safe. To report suspicious activity, call our Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) at (202) 962-2121 or text 696873 (MyMTPD). 📲 Available 24/7! Add (MTPD) to your contacts.
Mark your calendars – Community Giving Day is Saturday! One way you can give back is by donating food to Capital Area Food Bank to help us Fill-A-Bus and feed our region. Find a participating Giant Food location to buy and donate now through Jan. 17 ➡️ : wmata.com/fillabus
January 14, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Mark your calendars – Community Giving Day is Saturday! One way you can give back is by donating food to Capital Area Food Bank to help us Fill-A-Bus and feed our region. Find a participating Giant Food location to buy and donate now through Jan. 17 ➡️ : wmata.com/fillabus
Join the 16,000+ customers enrolled in Metro Lift.
This program offers 50% off bus and rail trips for DC, Maryland, and Virginia customers enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
Signing up is easy! See if you qualify ➡️ : wmata.com/MetroLift
This program offers 50% off bus and rail trips for DC, Maryland, and Virginia customers enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
Signing up is easy! See if you qualify ➡️ : wmata.com/MetroLift
January 14, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Join the 16,000+ customers enrolled in Metro Lift.
This program offers 50% off bus and rail trips for DC, Maryland, and Virginia customers enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
Signing up is easy! See if you qualify ➡️ : wmata.com/MetroLift
This program offers 50% off bus and rail trips for DC, Maryland, and Virginia customers enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
Signing up is easy! See if you qualify ➡️ : wmata.com/MetroLift
Over the weekend, our dedicated crew put in some serious work to enhance your journey! Here’s the team replacing switch rods, which enable trains to move from track to track, on the Green Line between Fort Totten and Greenbelt.
January 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Over the weekend, our dedicated crew put in some serious work to enhance your journey! Here’s the team replacing switch rods, which enable trains to move from track to track, on the Green Line between Fort Totten and Greenbelt.
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the completion of the Green Line AND the entirety of the originally-proposed 103-mile Metro Rail system!
Customers have taken 249 million trips at Congress Heights, Southern Av, Naylor Rd, Suitland, and Branch Av. since their opening day!
Customers have taken 249 million trips at Congress Heights, Southern Av, Naylor Rd, Suitland, and Branch Av. since their opening day!
January 13, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the completion of the Green Line AND the entirety of the originally-proposed 103-mile Metro Rail system!
Customers have taken 249 million trips at Congress Heights, Southern Av, Naylor Rd, Suitland, and Branch Av. since their opening day!
Customers have taken 249 million trips at Congress Heights, Southern Av, Naylor Rd, Suitland, and Branch Av. since their opening day!
This week, trains single track on the Red Line after 10 PM from Mon-Thurs between Silver Spring & Forest Glen to fix any water leaks in the system. One side of the North Entrance will be closed at Silver Spring for construction. Learn more: wmata.com/weekday
January 12, 2026 at 9:32 PM
This week, trains single track on the Red Line after 10 PM from Mon-Thurs between Silver Spring & Forest Glen to fix any water leaks in the system. One side of the North Entrance will be closed at Silver Spring for construction. Learn more: wmata.com/weekday
It’s been over a week since we extended the Yellow Line to Greenbelt! 🟡 🚇 Feedback from customers like you informed our decision! How has this increased service impacted your commute?
January 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
It’s been over a week since we extended the Yellow Line to Greenbelt! 🟡 🚇 Feedback from customers like you informed our decision! How has this increased service impacted your commute?
Feb-June, weekend construction impacts travel to Washington Reagan National Airport. Trains won’t run between Pentagon City & the airport for 10 weekends to build a second entrance at Crystal City to support ridership. Shuttle buses replace trains at affected stations. www.wmata.com/initiatives/...
January 12, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Feb-June, weekend construction impacts travel to Washington Reagan National Airport. Trains won’t run between Pentagon City & the airport for 10 weekends to build a second entrance at Crystal City to support ridership. Shuttle buses replace trains at affected stations. www.wmata.com/initiatives/...
Meet Officer Leo & Rocco, one of 15 K-9s with our Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD)! 20 years ago, Leo joined MTPD with a goal to work in the K-9 unit. Now he’s a Master Patrol Officer of K-9s. Each day, he and Rocco work side by side, making our community safer.
January 11, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Meet Officer Leo & Rocco, one of 15 K-9s with our Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD)! 20 years ago, Leo joined MTPD with a goal to work in the K-9 unit. Now he’s a Master Patrol Officer of K-9s. Each day, he and Rocco work side by side, making our community safer.
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UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are no longer single tracking. Customers will experience residual delays in both directions following an earlier trespasser struck by a train at Takoma.
January 11, 2026 at 6:17 PM
UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are no longer single tracking. Customers will experience residual delays in both directions following an earlier trespasser struck by a train at Takoma.
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UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are single tracking between Silver Spring and Takoma because of a trespasser struck by a train at Takoma. Customers will continue to experience delays in both directions. Some trains will offload at strategic locations to minimize train traffic.
January 11, 2026 at 5:26 PM
UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are single tracking between Silver Spring and Takoma because of a trespasser struck by a train at Takoma. Customers will continue to experience delays in both directions. Some trains will offload at strategic locations to minimize train traffic.
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UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are temporarily bypassing Takoma because of a trespasser struck by a train at Takoma. Customers will experience delays in both directions. Some trains will offload at strategic locations to minimize train traffic.
January 11, 2026 at 4:38 PM
UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are temporarily bypassing Takoma because of a trespasser struck by a train at Takoma. Customers will experience delays in both directions. Some trains will offload at strategic locations to minimize train traffic.
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Red Line: Trains are single tracking between Silver Spring and Takoma because of a trespasser struck by a train at Takoma. Customers will experience delays in both directions. Some trains will offload at strategic locations to minimize train traffic.
January 11, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Red Line: Trains are single tracking between Silver Spring and Takoma because of a trespasser struck by a train at Takoma. Customers will experience delays in both directions. Some trains will offload at strategic locations to minimize train traffic.
Here’s your chance to donate food in person to help us and Capital Area Food Bank Fill-A-Bus! 🚌 Visit participating Giant Food locations now through Community Giving Day on Jan. 17! Find a location near you: wmata.com/fillabus
January 11, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Here’s your chance to donate food in person to help us and Capital Area Food Bank Fill-A-Bus! 🚌 Visit participating Giant Food locations now through Community Giving Day on Jan. 17! Find a location near you: wmata.com/fillabus
More than 489,391 customers have enrolled in Senior SmarTrip!
A Senior SmarTrip card lets people age 65 and up ride bus or rail at 50% off.
Make sure to tell the seniors in your life: www.wmata.com/fares/Reduced-Fare-Programs
A Senior SmarTrip card lets people age 65 and up ride bus or rail at 50% off.
Make sure to tell the seniors in your life: www.wmata.com/fares/Reduced-Fare-Programs
January 10, 2026 at 7:51 PM
More than 489,391 customers have enrolled in Senior SmarTrip!
A Senior SmarTrip card lets people age 65 and up ride bus or rail at 50% off.
Make sure to tell the seniors in your life: www.wmata.com/fares/Reduced-Fare-Programs
A Senior SmarTrip card lets people age 65 and up ride bus or rail at 50% off.
Make sure to tell the seniors in your life: www.wmata.com/fares/Reduced-Fare-Programs
And the Emmy goes to...Station Manager Maurice Yarber! 🏆 Sean Martinelli won the award and presented it to Mr. Yarber for a feature story they worked on together in 2024. Watch his story to see how he’s spreading joy and leaving a lasting impact on customers: www.wusa9.com/article/life...
January 10, 2026 at 6:04 PM
And the Emmy goes to...Station Manager Maurice Yarber! 🏆 Sean Martinelli won the award and presented it to Mr. Yarber for a feature story they worked on together in 2024. Watch his story to see how he’s spreading joy and leaving a lasting impact on customers: www.wusa9.com/article/life...
It’s a rainy Saturday in the region! Plan your trips ahead using our MetroPulse app, where you can find the latest info on bus and train arrivals to avoid spending extra time at bus stops or stations. 🌧️
January 10, 2026 at 2:08 PM
It’s a rainy Saturday in the region! Plan your trips ahead using our MetroPulse app, where you can find the latest info on bus and train arrivals to avoid spending extra time at bus stops or stations. 🌧️
Wednesday was a record-breaking day system-wide! 94% of rail trips were on time, giving customers more reliable service. Performance was strong across all lines & service periods. Faster trains, schedule improvements, & Automatic Train Operation make a real difference! 🚇
January 9, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Wednesday was a record-breaking day system-wide! 94% of rail trips were on time, giving customers more reliable service. Performance was strong across all lines & service periods. Faster trains, schedule improvements, & Automatic Train Operation make a real difference! 🚇
Metro is installing nearly 200 new bus shelters at Metro-owned locations as part of a multi-year capital project! 🚌 Here’s what you need to know: wmata.com/about/news/N...
January 8, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Metro is installing nearly 200 new bus shelters at Metro-owned locations as part of a multi-year capital project! 🚌 Here’s what you need to know: wmata.com/about/news/N...
Thank you to Station Supervisor Stephanie Holmes for her extraordinary act of kindness that showcases the heart of Metro. When an elderly woman with dementia was lost, Holmes stepped in with compassion, reuniting her with family. Her family later reached out to share gratitude.
January 8, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Thank you to Station Supervisor Stephanie Holmes for her extraordinary act of kindness that showcases the heart of Metro. When an elderly woman with dementia was lost, Holmes stepped in with compassion, reuniting her with family. Her family later reached out to share gratitude.
Help us and Capital Area Food Bank Fill-A-Bus by donating non-perishable food! 🚌 Join us for Community Giving Day on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 11 AM to 2 PM at a participating @giantfood.bsky.social store to purchase and drop off food donations. Learn more: wmata.com/about/news/M...
January 8, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Help us and Capital Area Food Bank Fill-A-Bus by donating non-perishable food! 🚌 Join us for Community Giving Day on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 11 AM to 2 PM at a participating @giantfood.bsky.social store to purchase and drop off food donations. Learn more: wmata.com/about/news/M...
@wmatagm.bsky.social and MBTA’s GM Phillip Eng are ready to bring even more safe, frequent, and reliable service to customers in 2026…and they plan on doing it in style! 😎
January 7, 2026 at 10:36 PM
@wmatagm.bsky.social and MBTA’s GM Phillip Eng are ready to bring even more safe, frequent, and reliable service to customers in 2026…and they plan on doing it in style! 😎
Reminder: this weekend, free shuttle buses will replace trains between Fort Totten and Greenbelt stations due to planned track work. This work will allow us to provide a safer, more reliable trip for customers in the future. To learn more, visit: wmata.com/about/news/W...
January 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Reminder: this weekend, free shuttle buses will replace trains between Fort Totten and Greenbelt stations due to planned track work. This work will allow us to provide a safer, more reliable trip for customers in the future. To learn more, visit: wmata.com/about/news/W...
Safety is our core value. In 2025, Metro saw the lowest amount of crime in the authority’s history – reflecting a 55% decrease since 2023! Thank you to our Metro Transit Police Department and our regional partners for helping us keep our system and the DMV safe.
January 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Safety is our core value. In 2025, Metro saw the lowest amount of crime in the authority’s history – reflecting a 55% decrease since 2023! Thank you to our Metro Transit Police Department and our regional partners for helping us keep our system and the DMV safe.