Insight With Vicki GonzalezAddressing Concerns For Regional Transit's Safety, Comfort And CostsJuly 6, 2017 | Chris RemingtonA shooting at a Sacramento Light Rail station last week of a Sheriff’s deputy raised concerns about safety on the light rail train. RT chief Henry Li discusses what’s being done to keep the trains secure and comfortable during the hot summer months. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Suspect Identified In Shooting Of OfficerJune 27, 2017UPDATE June 28, 9:20 a.m.: (AP) - Authorities have released the name of a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder of a sheriff's deputy in Sacramento.
Regional Transit Creates Bus Mechanics Apprenticeship ProgramOctober 19, 2016 | Bob MoffittSacramento Regional Transit has identified a way to find entry-level mechanics to replace the dozen or so mechanics who retire or leave the agency every year.
RT Launches Safety AppSeptember 20, 2016 | Steve MilneSacramento Regional Transit launched a new app today intended to help increase safety on light rail trains and buses. It's called Alert SacRT. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fare Evasion Decreases With Addition Of New Light Rail InspectorsSeptember 6, 2016 | Melody StoneSacramento Regional Transit added 25 transit agents this summer and the agency is reporting a decline in people not paying for rides. Officials say they’re also seeing cleaner, quieter trains. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Regional Transit Rate Hike Goes Into Effect FridayJune 30, 2016 | Bob MoffittRiding Sacramento Regional Transit light rail and buses will be more expensive beginning tomorrow.
RT Upgrades To Downtown Stations Come With Service DisruptionsMay 9, 2016 | Bob MoffittPhase 1 of Sacramento Regional Transit’s plan to improve downtown stations begins today.
RT Board Approves Fare HikesMarch 15, 2016 | Steve MilneIt'll soon cost more to ride Sacramento Regional Transit buses and light rail trains. The RT board Monday night voted to raise fares starting July 1st to help balance the agency's budget. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Regional Transit Rolls Out New Mobile AppJanuary 5, 2016 | Melody StoneYou can now plan trips and pay fares on Sacramento’s Regional Transit system using a new smartphone app.
New Cross-Town Extension Opens In South SacramentoDecember 15, 2015 | Bob MoffittIt's been 50 years since a Cosumnes River Boulevard extension was first planned. On Tuesday, the extension and interchange for Interstate 5 opened. A development project comes next.