NoVaTransit Headlines October 2, 2025

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Thursday, October 2, 2025

NovaTransit Headlines - 2025

Metro

The 51st

The federal government has shut down. Here’s what it means for D.C.

If a shutdown drags on long enough and the hit to Metro grows, it’s left to D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to close any budget deficit. 

Greater Greater Washington

Opinion: How the Silver Line has shaped transit-oriented development in Northern Virginia

These developments are especially important for building long-term ridership growth at the stop and encouraging more jobs, destinations, and trips on the transit service.

Regional / State

Arlington Transportation Partners

Join me on my commute Part III

"I specifically chose this location so Metrorail could be my primary way to get to work, and now my daily commute on the Orange or Silver Line to Rosslyn is quick, easy, and car free." 

Express News

Exploring Virginia's walkable cities

With Amtrak Virginia offering rail routes across these destinations with stations walkable distances from key city attractions, travelers can travel comfortably and conveniently.

National / International

Reuters

US pauses New York transit funding in shutdown jab at Democrats
The U.S. government said on Wednesday it has paused some funds for major transit projects in New York.

Gothamist

Judge temporarily blocks DHS from cutting $33M in MTA anti-terrorism funds, NY AG says
The MTA funding was meant to be used for projects like upgrading security systems across New York City’s mass transit systems.

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