Commute
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New Md. traffic laws go into effect October 1
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Drivers approaching a dark intersection following a power outage must now stop. Also, children under the age of 8 must be in a safety seat.
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American Legion Bridge shoulders proposed as extra lane
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To ease the bottlenecking commuters are familiar with, Montgomery County's Roger Berliner and Fairfax County's Sharon Bulova are looking to the shoulders of the American Legion Bridge as a solution.
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Metro now allows folding bikes during rush hour
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Folding bikes are now allowed any time, but must be folded and securely fastened during rush hour.
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Traffic troubles expected with start of the school year
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AAA has dubbed the Tuesday after Labor Day "Terrible Traffic Tuesday," which marks the end of summer's lighter than normal traffic thanks, in part, to students heading back to class.
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Bay Bridge re-opens after major traffic jam
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News Chopper 7 flew above the traffic jam caused by the sudden and unusual bounce on the westbound side of the Bay Bridge around midnight Tuesday. The major back-up has many wondering about Labor Day and getting to and from the beaches.
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Governor McDonnell announces plans for I-95 express lanes
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Tuesday, Governor Bob McDonnell announced plans to add extra lanes to I-95. The "hot lanes" will be constructed on each side of the interstate, stretching from Stafford to Fairfax County.
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Metro testing phone pay-for-parking system
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Starting Monday, Metro customers at the Rockville and Fort Totten stations will be able to use Parkmobile, a pay-by-phone parking system.
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Tommy Wells creates traffic camera task force
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"The goal is to make sure the automated enforcement program is about safety, not just revenue," stated D.C. Councilman Tommy Wells, who is creating a task force to look at traffic cameras.
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Road buckling a possibility in excessive heat, VDOT says
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VDOT crews are on special alert for emergency repairs this weekend as temperatures are expected to soar above 100 degrees. The department says extreme heat can cause pavement to crack or buckle, and motorcyclists should be especially careful.
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Traffic problems slow drivers in Silver Spring
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Friday night's powerful thunderstorm left many intersections in Silver Spring area -- some of them major -- with non-working traffic lights.
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Rush+ debut: Tell us about your experiences
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We've seen plenty of positive and negative reaction to the debut of Metro's new Rush+ service on Monday. Now, we want you to tell us more about what you saw, felt and experienced on the rails and buses. today.
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Interchange opens at 295 and Arundel Mills Boulevard
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In an effort to alleviate traffic congestion, the Maryland State Highway Administration and developers of Maryland Live! have opened a diamond-shaped interchange at MD 295 and Arundel Mills Boulevard.
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Worst cities for traffic
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Believe it or not – gridlock in the United States is getting better, but drivers in the nation's capital are still stuck in it more than most of America.
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Is your daily commute getting better or worse? (Poll)
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Is your way to and from work better, the same or worse than it was last year? Take our poll.
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Virginia E-ZPass monthly fee considered
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The Virginia Department of Transportation is proposing adding a monthly fee to use the popular toll collection equipment, and some drivers in Virginia are not happy that the idea, which would dip even deeper into their wallets.
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Ways to Work loan program changes lives
CommentEven with sign pointing to a strengthening economy, families continue to face financial hardships but a new program is offering local residents a unique opportunity help to get on track while providing low-interest loans to purchase a new car.
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Commuter stress: D.C. commute can add to existing health problems
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The area commute is so bad, one local traffic reporter called it "a nightmare." How can hours on the road affect your health?
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Snow could make for messy evening commute
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There is snow in the forecast for later on today – and it's likely to begin falling during the afternoon commute. A winter weather advisory is in effect through this evening.
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