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METRO Chair Brock being interviewed by the press at a METRO event.
METRO Interim President and CEO, Tom Jasien, speaking to event attendees at the METRO corporate office.

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Winter Storm Highlights METRO Police’s Ongoing Commitment to Collaboration
During January’s winter storm, the METRO Police Department demonstrated its commitment to collaboration by working alongside the Houston Police Department to transport unhoused residents to warming centers.

METRO Rolls Out New Buses to Enhance Your Ride
Your daily commute just got an upgrade! Over the next few months, METRO will roll out dozens of new clean-diesel buses to its fleet.

Kickstart Your Career with METRO’s Summer Internship Program
Looking to advance your academic career while gaining valuable real-life work experience? Apply for an intern position at METRO!

METRO Expands curb2curb Service to Sunnyside and Kashmere Communities
Getting around just got a whole lot easier! curb2curb connects riders to METRO services or other essential destinations within their community.

Transforming Transit: City of Houston and METRO Partnership Powers Microtransit Downtown
The innovative service features small, electric vehicles designed for short-distance routes, offering eco-friendly and convenient transportation options.

METRO Breaks Ground on New Facility to Improve Rail Service and Efficiency
In December, METRO broke ground on its new 30,000-square-foot Maintenance of Way Facility, marking a major milestone in the agency’s efforts to enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Fallbrook Bus Operators Spread Holiday Cheer to Students
The Fallbrook Bus Operating Facility embraced the spirit of giving by hosting their annual Adopt-A-School event, donating toys and brand-new bikes to 50 third grade students.

New METRO Police Chief Focuses on Action and Community Engagement
In his first month in the role, Chief Tien has made it a priority to connect with METRO riders and staff, gathering feedback about the unique safety needs across the system.

Meet Angel Ponce: METRO’s Newest Board Member and Advocate for Accessibility
Ponce brings over 15 years of experience in disability advocacy and government service.

A Salute to Service: METRO Celebrates Veteran Employees’ Creativity
In honor of Veterans Day, METRO hosted an art show to celebrate the men and women of America’s armed forces.

METRO Awarded $1.2 million in Funding for Gulfton Revitalization Project
The FTA awarded METRO $1.2 million to plan for transit-oriented development along the proposed Gulfton Corridor BRT line. The plan will focus on enhancing mobility, housing, and community development in one of Houston’s most transit-dependent areas.

METRO Rolls into Dia de los Muertos with Magnolia Park Celebration!
METRO joined the vibrant celebration of Dia de Los Muertos in Houston's Magnolia Park neighborhood, bringing a unique blend of history and community spirit to the festivities.

METRO Takes Flight at the Wings Over Houston Airshow!
As a proud sponsor of the Wings Over Houston Airshow, METRO provided shuttles to the event and shared the latest developments in public transportation, including upcoming projects and initiatives.

Creativity and Culture: METRO Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Art
METRO’s employee art show for Hispanic Heritage Month showcased more than 50 unique pieces of artwork, celebrating creative expression and cultural pride.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Long-Term Employees Share Their Journey at METRO
This National Hispanic Heritage Month, METRO celebrates the inspiring journeys of Frank Gonzales and Jose Balderas, two dedicated employees who rose through the ranks to achieve success. Gonzales, now an Operations Supervisor, and Balderas, an award-winning mechanic, exemplify perseverance and dedication. Their stories highlight METRO's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to excel.

METRO's Everyday Heroes: Meet Operator Gladys Davison
Gladys Davison, a Houston native and a longtime METRO bus operator, recently marked an astounding 45 years of service. Even more remarkable, she has maintained a flawless driving record throughout her career.

A Legacy of Love and Kindness: Remembering Michael "Red" Jones
In Houston's Fifth Ward, people are celebrating the life, and legacy of the late Michael “Red Jones.” For decades, the beloved resident watched out for neighbors, and transformed a METRO bus stop into a hub of community care.

Full Throttle: Mechanic Finds Her Calling at METRO
Jesseca Hernandez has always been passionate about cars and initially dreamed of building the ones for racing. However, a chance encounter in college changed her career path. She says she "wandered into the diesel shop and never came out."

Navigating a Rare Windstorm with Skill and Faith
For METRO Bus Operator Gary Williams, driving large vehicles is more than a job; it's a way of life. During the Houston Derecho, he says his skills and faith kept him laser-focused on getting his passengers to their destinations as safely as possible.

METRO Rolls Out Electric Buses in Two Local Routes
Passengers on the 402 Bellaire Quickline and the 28 OST - Wayside can now experience a quieter, smoother ride during their commute on METRO's new zero emission electric buses.

Enhancing Customer Support: METRO Extends Customer Service Hours
The new hours are part of an ongoing commitment to meet the needs of patrons and make METRO services more accessible to all.

METRO STAR Vanpool Honored for Award-Winning Partnership
Learn why METRO's STAR Vanpool team recently received the national "Outstanding Public/Private Partnership" award from the Association for Commuter Transportation.

Beryl Recovery: METRO Weathers the Storm to Provide Service
METRO plays an essential role in disaster recovery. That includes providing rides to and from cooling centers, and offering logistical support for electrical crews. Discover how the agency prioritized safety and restored service before, during, and after Hurricane Beryl, supporting the community every step of the way.

METRO's Townsen Park & Ride Goes Solar
METRO's Townsen Park & Ride is now sporting new solar panel canopies. Learn how the project is a part of METRO's ongoing efforts to reduce its environmental footprint.

Red, White and Routes: METRO Promotes Transit on July 4
On July 4th, METRO's Public Engagement teams braved the heat to attend major events such as Freedom Over Texas, the Southwest District's Liberty Fest, and the Lindale Park Independence Day celebration.

Save Big, Ride Easy: METRO's Half-Priced Fares for Students
The Student METRO Q® Fare Card offers various benefits such as half-priced fares for local bus, METRORapid, METRORail, METRO curb2curb, and METRO Park & Ride services.

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