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The Gist: MARTA riders won’t have to stand in line at ticket machines anymore. Soon, they can use their bank cards or mobile wallets directly at the fare gate instead of using Breeze cards.

Traffic & Transportation

Soon You Will Be Able To Pay Marta Fare Using Your Debit Card

by Thom ChandlerOctober 12, 2023October 12, 2023

The Gist: CobbLinc riders can now pay via the Breeze Mobile 2.0 app, integrating them with a broader regional transport payment network.

Traffic & Transportation

CobbLinc Riders Can Now Pay Using The Breeze Mobile App

by Thom ChandlerOctober 8, 2023October 8, 2023

The Gist: Railcars from Atlanta's MARTA system are getting a second life as they dive to the bottom of the ocean to form new artificial reefs.

MARTA rail cars are plunging into the ocean. Here’s why

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2023September 7, 2023

The Peachtree Road Race, Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo, and Centennial Olympic Park Fireworks are some of the most popular events in Atlanta on July 4th. However, driving to these events can be cumbersome, especially if you live outside the city.

Traffic & Transportation

Everything you need to know about riding MARTA to the Peachtree Road Race or July 4th fireworks

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2023

ATLANTA – As a response to the recent cancellation of the MARTA Bus Route 183 on Niskey Lake Road, the transit agency is set to offer Uber and Lyft trips to affected customers through its MARTAConnect Program starting Saturday, April 22.

Traffic & Transportation

MARTA to Offer Uber, Lyft Rides to Impacted Route 183 Customers Amid Service Suspension

by Thom ChandlerApril 21, 2023April 21, 2023

Atlanta residents are voicing their concerns as the recent cancellation of MARTA's Bus Route 183 on Niskey Lake Road and County Line Road significantly impacts those relying on public transportation.

Traffic & Transportation

Canceled MARTA bus route causes stir in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerApril 17, 2023April 17, 2023

ATLANTA -- One man is dead following a police shooting at the North Avenue MARTA station in Atlanta on Feb. 24.

Crime

MARTA police shoot and kill man suspected of pulling gun on them at North Ave. station

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 25, 2023

ATLANTA -- MARTA will run more frequent train service through downtown Atlanta Saturday, Dec. 3, for the SEC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium between the Georgia Bulldogs and LSU Tigers, with kickoff scheduled for 4 p.m.

MARTA will run trains more frequently during the SEC Championship Game between UGA and LSU

by Thom ChandlerNovember 30, 2022November 30, 2022

The MARTA Board of Directors’ GM/CEO Search Committee voted to advance interim GM/CEO Collie Greenwood as the sole finalist for the permanent position. State law requires the 14-day waiting period.

Meet MARTA’s new General Manager and CEO, Collie Greenwood

by Thom ChandlerOctober 6, 2022October 6, 2022

The MARTA Police Department arrested a suspect wanted for shooting a rifle in the parking lot at Inman Park Station on the evening of Monday, Aug. 8.

Crime

Suspect in shooting in MARTA parking lot arrested

by Crime ReportsAugust 12, 2022August 12, 2022

MARTA will provide additional bus and rail service on Monday, July 4 for the 53rd running of the AJC Peachtree Road Race.

Traffic & Transportation

Everything you need to know about taking MARTA to the Peachtree Road Race

by Thom ChandlerJune 28, 2022September 24, 2023

MARTA police are searching for two suspects wanted for shooting two people on board a southbound train at Peachtree Center Station on Tuesday, June 14 at 11:19 p.m.

Crime

Police search for suspects in shooting on board MARTA train

by Crime ReportsJune 18, 2022June 18, 2022

The elected heads of Fulton, Cobb, Gwinnett and DeKalb counties signed an agreement Wednesday aimed at piggybacking mass transit on toll lanes to be added to the Top End of Interstate 285.

Traffic & Transportation

I-285 will get Bus-Rapid Transit service

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 11, 2022May 11, 2022

MARTA's new rideshare service is expanding this month to include parts of Clayton County, North Fulton and Avondale Estates.

Traffic & Transportation

MARTA Reach rideshare service expands from Clayton County to North Fulton

by Thom ChandlerMay 10, 2022September 24, 2023

MARTA leaders arrived in Washington, D.C. for the annual American Public Transportation Association Legislative Conference in the midst of a series of federal successes.

MARTA secures millions in federal funding

by Thom ChandlerMarch 14, 2022March 14, 2022

MARTA Reach is a six-month pilot research project with Georgia Tech to test an app-based, multimodal rideshare service designed to connect riders to MARTA bus and rail and help minimize waiting and walking.

Traffic & Transportation

MARTA Reach will bring rideshare service to Atlanta transit

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2022September 24, 2023

MARTA officials confirmed the unexpected death of the transportation agency's CEO and General Manager Jeff Parker Friday night.

MARTA General Manager Jeff Parker dead

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 15, 2022September 24, 2023

MARTA is asking for your opinion on the exterior graphic design of new railcars, after a successful campaign earlier this year to solicit feedback on interior design features.

Traffic & Transportation

What do you think of these proposed new MARTA designs?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 16, 2021September 24, 2023

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