CapMetro swears in RenEarl Bowie as police chief
The CapMetro Transit Police Department has sworn in a new chief, RenEarl Bowie.
1 dead, several injured after pickup truck crashes into CapMetro bus
One person is dead and several others were injured after a pickup truck crashed into a CapMetro bus on Wednesday.
Family of man killed on CapMetro bus speaks out, files lawsuit
The family of a man stabbed to death on a CapMetro bus is filing suit against the bus operator, who is accused of letting the suspect on even when he didn't pay.
Texas flooding: Travis County provides resources for Sandy Creek community
Travis County officials and multiple other organizations are continuing to work with and support residents that were impacted by recent flooding.
July 4th in Austin: CapMetro suspending fares, offering transportation options
If you're looking to use public transportation to get around Austin on July 4th, especially to Auditorium Shores, CapMetro has some options.
CapMetro rail service resumes after pedestrian hit by freight train
CapMetro rail service was temporarily disrupted after a pedestrian was struck by a freight train early Tuesday morning.
CapMetro's Downtown Station temporarily closed due to convention center construction
CapMetro temporarily suspended service to its Downtown Station on Tuesday due to construction at the Austin Convention Center. Rail service is expected to resume on Wednesday, June 18.
Man slashes woman's wrist at bus station, threatens to kill CapMetro driver in the same day
A man was arrested and charged after threatening a CapMetro bus driver and stabbing another victim at a bus station in Austin.
CapMetro bus drivers scared to go to work after recent deadly stabbing; call for change
CapMetro bus drivers are afraid to go to work. They are calling on the transit agency to make changes.
Man charged with murder for stabbing victim to death on CapMetro bus
A man was arrested and charged with murder for stabbing another man to death on a CapMetro bus.
Man killed while riding CapMetro bus in South Austin: APD
Police said officers responded to the 500 block of S Lamar Blvd. after receiving multiple calls about a man covered in blood on a CapMetro bus.
SXSW 2025: Spring festival season kicks off in downtown Austin
The spring festival season kicked off this week in Austin and SXSW starts on Friday, March 7. The annual event brings in hundreds of thousands of travelers, resulting in lots of traffic and delays around town.
SXSW 2025: CapMetro offering special Rail service during festival
CapMetro is offering special extended Rail service during this year's SXSW festival and conference.
CapMetro's new fare payment system begins March 1
CapMetro is unveiling a new fare payment system next week. This comes after riders voiced their frustration with the current system.
City of Austin considers on-demand rideshare app for parks, recreation centers
The City of Austin is considering plans to develop an on-demand transit system similar to rideshare apps. The system would provide public transportation to local parks and recreational centers.
New CapMetro MetroRapid lines officially start service on Sunday
Two new MetroRapid lines in East and Southeast Austin will officially start taking passengers this weekend, says CapMetro.