CapMetro training workers to identify, respond to child trafficking
CapMetro is taking part in a campaign that trains workers and travelers to identify and respond to the threat of child trafficking on public transit. Lori Cohen, the CEO of Protect All Children from Trafficking, discusses.
CapMetro hosts 'Eclipse-nic' at Leander rail station
CapMetro's Leander rail station held a solar eclipse viewing party on Monday.
Austin Light Rail project: Residents review plans, provide feedback at open house
Project Connect, Austin's multi-billion dollar light rail project, is now in the 45-day public input process.
CapMetro CEO apologizes for rail line delays at Austin FC match
The CapMetro CEO is apologizing on X after customers experienced delays on rail line trains before and after Saturday's Austin FC season-opening match.
New CapMetro train station opens near Q2 Stadium in time for Austin FC home opener
Austin FC fans celebrated the grand opening of a new CapMetro train station located near the gates of Q2 Stadium.
Austin FC: Q2 Stadium train station opens in time for home opener
It’s about to get a lot easier for soccer fans to get to Q2 Stadium. A new rail station is set to open just in time for Austin FC’s home opener.
Austin Light Rail project: Residents look at proposed station designs, locations
The multi-billion dollar Austin Light Rail project is moving forward. Residents were given the opportunity to look at the proposed station designs and locations at an open house.
Dirty Martin’s no longer at risk of demolition due to light rail
Several multifamily buildings will no longer be affected, along with businesses along Guadalupe Street.
Fight started on CapMetro bus injures 1; suspect in custody: APD
A fight beginning on a CapMetro bus sent one man to the hospital with serious injuries. A suspect is in custody, according to Austin police.
CapMetro adding security guards to bus stops amid safety concerns
CapMetro will be adding unarmed, contracted security guards at some of their bus stops and transit centers marked as "hot spots".
Austin weather: CapMetro services impacted due to arctic blast
CapMetro's services have been updated for Monday, Jan. 15 due to the arctic blast impacting Central Texas.
Pedestrian dead after being hit by CapMetro train in Leander: Police
A pedestrian is dead after being hit by a CapMetro train in Leander, according to the Leander Police Department.
CapMetro to operate reduced service for Thanksgiving
CapMetro will be be operating reduced service for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Austin taxpayers file lawsuit against City, ATP due to changes to Project Connect
A legal battle has ensued over recent changes made to the 2020 voter approved Project Connect. Some tax payers accuse city leaders of violating the multi-billion-dollar contract that was agreed upon with Austin residents.
CapMetro proposes changes to routes in Austin
CapMetro staff presented a new service plan to the board of directors. Three major routes, which were suspended during the pandemic, will not resume.
City distributing Project Connect funds for anti-displacement efforts
The City of Austin has started distributing funding allocated for helping prevent the displacement of renters and homeowners due to Project Connect.
CapMetro to end complimentary fares to cooling centers
The transit agency says it will continue to monitor evolving weather conditions in the Austin area.
Austin leaders meet with community to keep public support going for Project Connect
The Austin Transit Partnership is trying to move ahead with public support. A group gathered at Plaza Saltillo to hear from community leaders about what the future of Austin transit might look like.
CapMetro launches new app, fare system
CapMetro ambassadors will be available at several different stops and routes through the end of October to help transition riders and answer questions.
CapMetro bus on fire in south Austin; expect delays: AFD
Austin fire crews responded to a fire on a CapMetro bus in a South Austin intersection Saturday.