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Transit officials say a $1 billion expansion of the MetroLink that would connect north and south St. Louis along Jefferson Avenue will rely on federal transit grants.
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The legislation also repeals the prohibition on the concealed carrying of firearms in places of worship and lowers the age requirement for a concealed carry permit from 19 to 18.
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Over 140 ads will be removed from the outside of Metro buses and trains. Company leaders say despite profitable advertisements, they will move to show inside the vehicles exclusively.
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Like other employers, Madison County Transit is struggling to hire drivers. To avoid burning out employees, Managing Director SJ Morrison said MCT will reduce routes in low-traffic areas.
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St. Louis is known for being a car city — but its public transportation system can be a great way to get around town. Here's a guide to transit options in the St. Louis region.
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Amtrak and the Illinois Department of Transportation received federal approval for the trains traveling between Chicago and St. Louis to have a maximum speed of 110 mph, up from 90 mph.
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A free electric vehicle shuttle will allow take people around parts of downtown St. Louis for the next year. City officials say riders can use an app to connect to the service, which will supplement public transportation.
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MetroBus, MetroLink and Call-A-Ride continue to see shortages of drivers due to the coronavirus pandemic. Bi-State Development officials want to hire 150 drivers. The company has increased drivers’ pay and will provide on-the-job training to attract more employees.
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St. Louis has $41 million in sales tax revenue that could be used to build a north-south MetroLink expansion. But is that what the city’s public transit system needs?
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While many people are now working from home due to the spread of coronavirus, other members of the workforce, like grocery store staff, are still required…