Telling the Story of 45 Years of Missouri Transit
In 2026, the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) is excited to celebrate its 45th anniversary as the representative of the collective voice for public transit… Read the rest
St. Louis’ Metro Transit Announces Fare, Security System Upgrades
In early June, Metro Transit in St. Louis announced the official rollout of its new fare collection system in tandem with the launch of a new security gating system known… Read the rest
More Than a Ride: How CGCTA’s “Safe Return” Pilot Program is Making a Difference in SE Missouri
Cape Girardeau is taking an innovative approach to addressing social service needs within their community through the “Safe Return” pilot program, a collaborative… Read the rest
KC Streetcar Prepares for FIFA World Cup 2026
As Kansas City prepares to welcome visitors from around the country and world for FIFA World Cup 2026, the KC Streetcar has ramped up their efforts to accommodate the thousands… Read the rest
KC Streetcar Celebrates Riverfront Extension Grand Opening
On May 18, 2026, the KC Streetcar officially launched passenger service on the Riverfront Extension, a 0.7 mile extension of the existing streetcar system. Hundreds… Read the rest
House T&I Approves Transportation Reauthorization Bill
The House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed a five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill, Building Unrivaled Infrastructure… Read the rest
KCATA & RideKC to Resume Bus Fares June 1
New fare system includes fare capping, flexible payment options and reduced fare assistance program.
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and RideKC… Read the rest
Go COMO Transit Announces Return to 2023-Level Service
Go COMO Transit has announced that beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2026, full fixed-route bus service will be restored on a trial basis. This service change is dependent on… Read the rest
Deal Announced on Bipartisan, Five-Year Surface Transportation Reauthorization – the BUILD America 250 Act
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and the Committee’s Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the text of a bipartisan, five-year… Read the rest
2026 MO Legislative Session Wraps with Reduced Transit Investment and No Guns on Buses
The 2026 Missouri Legislative session wrapped on May 15 with a second consecutive year of reduced investment in public transit. HB2004, approved by the Conference Committee,… Read the rest