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Approximately 400 unsatisfied public transportation users from the D.C. area formed an independent Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Riders’ Union last week to address their concerns.

Metro Riders Create Union

By Emily Tu September 15, 2015

A group of Washington, D.C. Metro users formed the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Riders’ Union Sept. 3 in response to consistent transit issues and rider frustration. The Riders’...

Georgetown Day: A Retrospective

Georgetown Day: A Retrospective

By Marina Smith and Marina Smith April 27, 2015

Hello, and welcome to the other side of Georgetown Day. I am happy to report that I made it through my first Georgetown Day alive and with my dignity (mostly) intact. In fact, my biggest Georgetown...

GTFO: Hidden Study Spots in DC

GTFO: Hidden Study Spots in DC

By Marina Smith and Marina Smith April 15, 2015

GTFO is back, and here to help you find more ways to leave campus. With finals coming up Oops, where was I? Anyways, with finals coming up, 4E has decided to help you find free hidden study spots...

Transit Agency Considers Metro Service Changes

By Sarah Fisher February 20, 2015

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is currently considering both raising fares and altering several transportation schedules in order to cut back its projected $919 million budget proposal...

Metro Crime Rate Falls to Five-Year Low

By Sara Kamouni February 10, 2015

Crime rates on the Washington, D.C. Metro are at a five-year low, according to a new report released by the Metro Transit Police Department Jan. 30. The report shows that incidences of serious crimes,...

Georgetown 2028 Plan Updated

By Kristen Fedor February 6, 2015

The Georgetown Business Improvement District announced updates on the progress of its 2028 Action Plan during a meeting with local business owners, residents and property owners held at the House of Sweden...

Metro Emergency Response Prompts Worries From Officials

By Maureen Tabet January 27, 2015

After smoke filled a Yellow Line train because of electrical arcing on Monday, Jan. 12, city and federal officials have responded with concern about the safety of the Metro and the lack of disclosure provided...

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Faregates at the Gallery Place Station began accepting payment from credit cards and smartphones on Thursday.

Metro Tests Credit Card, Phone Payment System

By Sarah Smith November 21, 2014

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority introduced new faregates that allow users to pay with credit cards and smartphones at the Gallery Place Station on Thursday. The move comes in advance...

CHOLVIN & CHRISTIANSEN: Tales From the Metro: Trivializing Racism

CHOLVIN & CHRISTIANSEN: Tales From the Metro: Trivializing Racism

By Tucker Cholvin and Thomas Christiansen September 30, 2014

It’s a question not uncommonly heard on Georgetown’s campus, asked by tour groups, visitors and even the random Georgetown student wondering why she has to walk to Rosslyn. Why doesn’t Georgetown...

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Metro riders will be able to make payments using a mobile app at select metro stops beginning in January 2015.

Metro Launches Mobile Payment App

By Maddy Moore September 19, 2014

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the launch of a pilot program Sept. 9 that allows riders to make mobile payments. Although the pilot program will not officially begin until...

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All D.C. Metro riders will be required to purchase SmarTrip cards.

Metro Phases Out Paper Farecards

By Suzanne Monyak May 31, 2014

The D.C. Metro board approved a decision on May 22 to eliminate the use of paper tickets, instead requiring all metro users to purchase SmarTrip cards. The change will occur over the next 18 months. “The...

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Tenleytown-AU

By Allison Hillsbery February 7, 2014

With an eclectic mix of shops and unusual businesses that surround American University, Tenleytown is one of the more interesting places to visit in D.C. It’s a friendly, fun and laid-back neighborhood...

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