Tag: Regional Transportation District
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Denver RTD light rail construction means months of closures — here’s what to know
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Remember last year when Regional Transportation District light rail lines were torn up and no trains went through Denver’s central business district? It’s déjà vu all over again, transit riders. RTD is set to embark on the second phase of its tedious, $152 million project to…
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Complaints via RTD app sees drop — here’s what passengers are noticing
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Reports of crime and drug use on Regional Transportation District public buses, trains and at stations have been trending downward since the beginning of 2024, though actual citations increased this year, according to police data reviewed by The Denver Gazette. The increase in citations resulted…
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RTD Partnership Program includes buses to Red Rocks
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Those looking to travel to Red Rocks without the hassle of driving and parking may finally have an option on the way. The Regional Transportation District announced its third round of pilot funding as part of its Partnership Program on Monday. The government agency chose…
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Multiple people injured in RTD A line crash involving semi-truck
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A semi-truck and a Regional Transportation District commuter A line train crashed into each other on Monday morning, resulting in minor injuries to the train operator and multiple passengers. The crash occurred around 9:21 a.m. at the Sable Boulevard grade crossing near Smith Road, according…
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RTD emergency preparedness drill affects R line Saturday
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Emergency services training will disrupt travel on the Regional Transportation District’s R Line on Saturday, July 26, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. between Peoria, Fitzsimons, Colfax and 13th Avenue stations. Bus shuttles will transport passengers around the blockage. Travelers should look for posted signage…
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RTD to adjust bus routes for Denver Pride 5K and parade
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Regional Transportation District will temporarily change routes and boarding locations for several bus lines this weekend in light of Denver Pride parade and celebration taking place downtown. On Saturday, with the Denver Pride 5K scheduled to take place from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on 14th…
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RTD public feedback sessions scheduled for proposed August service changes
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Regional Transportation District is soliciting feedback from customers regarding its proposed August 2025 service changes, which will take effect on August 31. RTD makes service changes three times per year to provide an efficient and responsive system that serves community needs. The proposed changes…
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RTD to host bus and rail career fair on Friday
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Regional Transportation District will host a career fair on Friday for those interested in joining the agency’s team. RTD’s Bus and Rail Career Fair, held in an effort to hire more rail and bus operators — as well as people for maintenance, technical and supervisory…
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New RTD chief highlights rider safety at swearing in ceremony
The new Regional Transportation District chief of police and emergency management highlighted rider safety at his swearing in ceremony on Tuesday morning. Steve Martingano — who first joined the agency in 2015 and was already working as the acting chief — said he wants to add more officers and surveillance on RTD’s platforms, trains and buses…
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RTD sees improved safety at Union Station after security enhancements
The “Reclaim Union Station” strategy launched in 2022