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🚄 Travis County in Texas just backed a high-speed rail study linking Austin and San Antonio! Investment in smart, sustainable transit is so great to see. Shout out to former LCPN member and Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea! 🌆

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Travis County invests in high-speed rail study between Austin, San Antonio
Travis County Commissioners have unanimously approved a $124,953.50 feasibility study to explore the potential of a high-speed rail connection between Austin an
cbsaustin.com
November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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A series of shocking court rulings has banned multiple defendants from MARTA stations and Hartsfield-Jackson airport after disturbing public-indecency incidents.

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Court sentences highlight a string of trespass and public‑indecency cases linked to MARTA and the airport
Multiple defendants pleaded to trespass or public‑indecency charges tied to MARTA stations and Hartsfield‑Jackson airport property; sentences commonly included credit for time served, suspended balances, no-return orders to specific locations and referrals for mental‑health evaluation where appropriate.
citizenportal.ai
September 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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The NTTA's midyear report reveals a staggering $692 million in revenue, but June's transaction numbers fell short of expectations—what could this mean for the future?

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NTTA midyear metrics: $692M revenue reported, transactions below target
NTTA staff reported $692 million in revenue for the first six months, a 2.481 coverage ratio, and operations numbers showing June transactions ~82.5 million (about 2 million short of the monthly goal); operations staff highlighted improvements in collections and thanked the board as one executive prepared to depart.
citizenportal.ai
August 27, 2026 at 8:09 AM
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A groundbreaking bill aiming to revolutionize public transit in Texas has just gained unanimous support, but questions loom over fare hikes and access for low-income riders.

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Texas Senate committee approves transit authority operation bill with unanimous vote
Senate Committee on Finance reports favorably on transit authority operation bill.
citizenportal.ai
April 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM