“Free buses” is one of the big ideas that helped Zohran Mamdani win the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City. But the track record in cities that have stopped collecting fares is mixed.
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A deadly assault in Charlotte underscores a shift in crime on public transit
A violent killing in Charlotte’s transit system has gotten a lot of attention. The numbers say trains and buses remain safe overall, but assault has eclipsed robbery and theft as the biggest concern.
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Bus driver shortage leaving riders stranded and workers strained
RIPTA has a bus driver shortage. The problem has led to frequent delays and canceled routes – as well as a lot of frustrated riders.
