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.
CapMetro to suspend fares July 4th after 5 p.m.
Following July 4th, CapMetro Rail service will be suspended from July 5-14 for Track Maintenance
CapMetro suspends rail service for track maintenance
CapMetro will be suspending rail service from July 5 through July 14, citing rail line maintenance and work on McKalla Station.
CapMetro announces 149 new bus shelters
149 newly announced CapMetro bus shelters will bring shade and weather protection to more Austin bus stops.
Phase one of Project Connect approved with final light rail design
CapMetro, Austin Transit Partnership, and the City of Austin officially approved phase one of Project Connect. The proposed light rail line will connect several areas throughout central Austin.
Project Connect: A look at the final plan
The final plan for the Project Connect light rail system was recently announced. Greg Canally with the Austin Transit Partnership speaks with FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak on the newly-unveiled route.
Man arrested after stabbing on CapMetro bus in South Austin
One person was taken to the hospital and another was taken to jail after a stabbing on a CapMetro bus Thursday night.
1 dead after CapMetro train crashes into pedestrian in central Austin: police
1 person is dead after a CapMetro train collided with a pedestrian along the Red Line near Airport Boulevard and I-35.