So, it’s been a little while since we heard about union negotiations and a threat to stop valley transit services, but this one has some fun timing attached to it. Can you say, Happy Freakin’ New Year? I’m sure the cities of Phoenix and Tempe are just thrilled at the timing of this as they […]

METRO wants your feedback! The public is invited to join them to view new artwork concepts for the Northwest Extension. As you know, all of the stations have unique artwork with a lot of cool pieces along the line. Check out the cute kid in the pic below, I think he is a fan of […]

For the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, riders will want to be aware of some changes to the bus and light rail schedules.  The information below is from a METRO press release. It should be noted that on Sundays and holidays trains arrive ( approximately ) every 20 minutes and on weekdays they run ( approximately ) […]

So, the big article in the “pay as you go” AZCentral web site today talks about “FREELOADERS ON RAIL BECOME A NEW FOCUS.” New focus? Really? Hasn’t this tune been played before? The honor system has been scrutinized since before trains began running in the valley. Yeah, there was a grace period for probably a […]

I’m pretty sure they frown upon having weapons on the light rail, but I’m also willing to bet there is someone pretty happy a sword-carrying man came to his rescue… Check out this video showing a couple of dudes starting to throw a bunch of blows at a guy when another man pulls out a […]

Remember December 27th of 2008? It was a cold Arizona day, there were celebrations, political speeches, and God only knows how many people took to the streets to come ride the new Phoenix light rail system for the very first time. Back then, you could purchase an all day light rail pass for $2.50. Well, […]

Public Asked for Input at Fare Change Public Meetings Valley Metro is hosting a series of public events beginning Oct. 22 to encourage feedback on potential transit fare changes that could take effect March 1, 2013. The proposal includes a $.25 increase for a 1-Ride fare on local bus/LINK/light rail and a $.50 increase for […]

Remember back in March of 2009 when there was a meeting to talk about the Northwest light rail extension? Yeah, I didn’t really think you did. Mainly because, by the time they were to begin construction somewhere around August of 2009, the wheels had fallen off of the money wagon. Back in June of this […]

For immediate release July 25, 2012 Light rail route approved for extension to West Valley Eleven-mile Phoenix West extension to be added to regional transit map: PHOENIX, AZ — METRO received regional approval today from the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) on the route and transit mode for the Phoenix West extension.  Light rail will […]

Remember Verde? Yeah, me too. It was a cool spot just north of Matt’s Big Breakfast. Well, we are now hearing that Matt’s Big Breakfast is moving into the old “Verde” spot and will be able to handle approximately 50 people. Yeah, there will probably still be lines, as Matt has a great thing going […]