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Viewing party for transit of Venus held at Lake Pueblo
June 5, 2012 6:50 PM
The clouds didn't hinder the young and old who came out to Lake Pueblo for the transit of Venus. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity to watch Venus pass in front of the sun because it won't happen again for another 105 years. The Southern Colorado Astronomical... more » -
NYC to halt subways and buses ahead of Irene
August 26, 2011 1:57 PM
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - Commuter transit systems in New York, New Jersey and outside Philadelphia will shut down because of Hurricane Irene. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says public transportation in New York City will shut down Saturday at about noon. According to the governor's office, the Metropolitan Transit... more » -
Rainbow of buses parade through Pueblo
December 15, 2010 2:07 PM
A colorful parade of buses rolled through downtown Pueblo this morning. Bus service was temporarily suspended so the City of Pueblo could show off ten new buses, which were recently purchased to replace an aging fleet. They've already been nicknamed the "Skittle" buses because of their vibrant appearance. They're painted... more » -
Bus service to be temporarily halted tomorrow in Pueblo
December 14, 2010 11:57 AM
Pueblo Transit will show off its new buses tomorrow at 10 a.m. at the Transit Center at 123 Court Street in Pueblo. The ten new buses were bought using money from several sources, mostly originating at the federal government. They cost about $3.4 million. "The buses are all equipped... more » -
2011 city budget looking brighter
November 16, 2010 10:16 PM
In December, Colorado Springs city councilmembers have a chance to put some happiness back into the Christmas stockings of city residents. Last Christmas, their job was to take stuff out of the stockings. The 2011 city budget has an unexpected increase of $10.3 million (mostly from increased sales tax... more » -
Silver Key has room for more riders
June 8, 2010 7:19 PM
Silver Key Senior Services has room to spare. The Colorado Springs senior agency has the capacity to provide up to 5,200 rides a month, but many seniors don't take advantage of the service. Silver Key is currently averaging 4,500 rides per month. Silver Key's average trip is 12 miles.... more » -
Kids ride the bus for free in Pueblo
June 4, 2010 2:16 PM
Effective now through the end of August kids in Pueblo can ride any city bus at no cost. Pueblo Transit and the City of Pueblo are sponsoring the 2010 "Kids Free Ride Program." All Pueblo Transit system routes will be available to kids all summer long, no passes or... more » -
18 injured in transit crash in Houston
March 15, 2010 5:03 PM
Officials say a collision between a transit bus and light-rail train in downtown Houston has sent 18 people to the hospital. The Metropolitan Transit Authority, which runs Houston's bus and light-rail system, says none of the injuries are reported to be life threatening. Police say the accident happened about... more » -
RTD gets funds for transit upgrades
February 6, 2010 9:36 AM
The Regional Transportation District will receive a $300 million loan from the federal government to modernize Union Station into the FasTracks transportation hub and $80 million in federal grants for the FasTracks project. Federal Transit Administration chief Peter Rogoff announced the funding boosts alongside Mayor John Hickenlooper and Sen. Michael... more » -
Some cuts spared, most cuts remain in Springs
November 10, 2009 7:12 PM
Colorado Springs' 2010 budget is closer to being set in stone. The city has to cut $29.4 million from next year's budget to be balanced. That means, every department will feel the impact. Some of the proposed cuts include: - 125 layoffs citywide - 10-day furlough for civilian employees... more » -
Pueblo Transit adds colorful buses to fleet
September 29, 2009 3:33 PM
The City of Pueblo has received economic stimulus money to help buy ten new buses. The new colorful vehicles are sure to grab your attention. The first bus, which arrived on Monday, is painted bright purple. Pueblo Transit will get nine more over the next two years to replace older... more »
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