NoVaTransit Headlines November 18, 2025

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Metro

News Release

COG and Metro boards endorse plan to provide $460M to modernize Metro, transform regional transit
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) boards jointly endorsed recommendations from the DMVMoves Task Force.

Metro via Facebook

Exciting news for customers using McLean station!
A new north entrance has opened, providing a second access point to the station in a growing area of Fairfax County.

Patch

Loudoun County Transit increases fares for some bus routes in December
Fares will again increase for the commuter buses that take riders from Loudoun County to employment centers.

WRC

McLean area express toll lanes set to open Saturday
It's the biggest change to the Capital Beltway in over a decade — and it's happening this weekend.

Richmond Times-Dispatch (subscription required)

Dems' first bills in General Assembly hit cost of living, Youngkin vetoes
In an even-year General Assembly session, when the numbering of bills starts with “1,” the first bills to land in the hopper often carry a political message.

AP

No car? No problem. Building apartments near public transit could help address the housing crisis
City officials argue building housing near public transit helps energize neglected neighborhoods and provide affordable housing, while ensuring a steady stream of riders for transit systems.