Public transportation Coverage

Patients say Edgecombe County DSS transportation issues lead to poor care

Late or missed appointments and spending hours on the bus. Those are the complaints of people who depend on Edgecombe County Department of Social Services to get around.

Heidi Kirk, WRAL eastern North Carolina reporter

Raleigh rezoning proposal would allow denser development on hundreds of properties

Raleigh leaders are proposing new zoning for 744 properties along the city's first Bus Rapid Transit line to encourage denser development.

Raleigh residents worry planned bus line will raise property taxes, pushing out those who live along New Bern Avenue

Raleigh leaders are proposing new zoning for 744 properties along the city's first Bus Rapid Transit line to encourage denser development.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

Share your input Tuesday on plans for area around Raleigh's first bus rapid transit line

On Tuesday, you can share your input on development around a new bus route in Raleigh.

Raleigh residents can share input on development around new rapid transit line Tuesday

Construction began in November for Raleigh's first bus rapid transit line. On Tuesday, the city will hear feedback from those who live in this community about a rezoning request for the project.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL anchor/reporter

'Game changer:' Work begins on NC's first rapid bus line in Raleigh

It's a big day for public transportation in Raleigh: On Tuesday morning there will be a groundbreaking ceremony for the city's first Bus Rapid Transit program.

Matt Talhelm and Kelsey Coffey, WRAL reporters

Raleigh rezoning hundreds of properties along first Bus Rapid Transit line

The city of Raleigh wants to rezone 744 properties totaling 726 acres along and near the New Bern Avenue bus rapid transit line.

Here's how Raleigh's planned Bus Rapid Transit line will compare to Richmond, Virginia's service

Raleigh's first Bus Rapid Transit line will run along a 5.4-mile route between downtown and New Hope Road. It's set to open in the summer of 2025.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

Going carless in the Triangle requires planning, patience

Bus riders in the Triangle say their experience can be hit-or-miss due to tardiness and a lack of reliability.

Joe Fisher, WRAL reporter

Riding the bus a hit-or-miss experience for carless folks in the Triangle

Reliability is spotty in the Triangle for those without a car and dependent on bus services to get to their destination.

Going carless? A look at the essentials for public transit in the Triangle

WRAL News breaks down the essentials of public transportation in the Triangle.

GoRaleigh reduces service on 11 routes due to driver shortage

The shortage of bus drivers is forcing GoRaleigh to cut back on service. Currently, GoRaleigh is short 30 drivers and missing 150 to 200 trips a week.

GoRaleigh wanted to expand bus service, instead a driver shortage has left some riders stranded

The shortage of bus drivers is forcing GoRaleigh to cut back on service. The transit system currently operates about 1,000 trips a day and hauls about 350,000 riders every month. But lately, there's been more missed trips with the riders stranded at the bus stop.

Joe Fisher, WRAL reporter

GoRaleigh reducing service starting Sept. 11

The transit system currently operates about 1,000 trips a day and hauls about 350,000 riders every month. But lately, there's been more missed trips with the riders stranded at the bus stop.

Raleigh gets $35 million for first rapid bus transit line

The federal government awarded $35 million in to the city of Raleigh's bus transit program with hopes to expand public transportation into eastern Wake County.

US announces $35 million boost for Wake County bus transit project

The federal government awarded millions more dollars to the city of Raleigh to help design and begin construction on a new rapid bus transit system that would connect downtown Raleigh and eastern Wake County.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter & Maggie Brown, WRAL multiplatform producer

Construction starts for $275 million Raleigh Union Station Bus Facility, mixed-use development

The bus station set to open in 2025 will be between West Street and Raleigh Union Station in downtown Raleigh's Ware House District.

Bryan Mims, WRAL reporter

Bus facility, mixed-use development planned in Raleigh

GoTriangle leaders and development partners announced Monday the start of construction for the Raleigh Union Station Bus Facility. The plans call to build two high-rise buildings, 18,000 square feet of retail space, 400-plus multi-family apartments and 200 hotel rooms.

Florida puts sylish twist on train travel

More than 75 Triangle leaders, including dozens of public officials, traveled to West Palm Beach, Florida, this week to learn about the city's public transportation.

Triangle leaders visit Florida with hopes to improve public transportation at home

More than 75 Triangle leaders traveled to West Palm Beach, Florida, this week to learn about the city's public transportation.

Byran Mims, WRAL reporter

Easing traffic: Triangle leaders propose 37-mile commuter rail

Triangle leaders want to bring commuter rail - and better bus service - to our fast-growing region. They are proposing a 37-mile-long commuter line to help ease the Triangle's growing traffic.

Bryan Mims, WRAL reporter

Raleigh to reduce the number of future parking spaces to encourage residents to bike or take public transit

The city of Raleigh is getting rid of minimum parking requirements for all new citywide developments in hopes to push people to use public transportation.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

City of Durham to receive $10.8 million grant for public transit upgrades

The federal grant program will award about $409.3 million to 70 projects in 39 states.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Average gas price in Raleigh reaches $4.19. Why not ride the bus instead?

GoCary, GoDurham, GoRaleigh and GoTriangle have suspended bus fares through June 30, 2022.

Amanda Lamb, WRAL reporter

Gas-starved drivers may prefer commuting by bus with GoTriangle Transit partners

The gas crisis may cause more people to consider other transportation options, maybe even a bus. "Go Triangle" provides regional bus service and at a surprisingly low cost. In fact, the fare is actually FREE!

Rick Armstrong, WRAL photojournalist