Press Releases

Mayor Catherine Pugh and the Baltimore City Department of Transportation Partner with Lyft to Create Co-Located Transportation Hubs

Today, Mayor Catherine Pugh was joined by Department of Transportation Director Michelle Pourciau and Lyft’s Baltimore Market Manager Mike Heslin to announce a multi-year partnership that will create co-located transportation hubs in the city.  

Entire Metro SubwayLink to Remain Closed Up to Four Weeks for Emergency Repairs

BALTIMORE, MD (FEBRUARY 11, 2018) – Following a thorough inspection completed this weekend of the entire Metro SubwayLink, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transi

Metro SubwayLink System to Shut Down for Emergency Inspection and Repairs Friday through Sunday

Planned Track Replacement to be Implemented Earlier Than Expected Due to Increased WearThe Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) has announced the entire Metro SubwayLink system will be temporarily shut down for emergency inspection and repairs Friday, February 9, through Sunday, February 11.

Statement from Department of Transportation Director Michelle Pourciau Regarding Bus Lane Fine Enforcement

“With regard to reports about the failure to apply the new bus lane traffic violations, it’s important to emphasize that traffic fines are not primarily a revenue generating mechanism, but about di

Citizens Urged to Prepare for Freezing Rain This Afternoon Which Will Affect Peak Hour Travel

We would like to encourage citizens to plan ahead for a winter storm event that is forecast for today in the Baltimore region.  Freezing rain is expected to begin early this afternoon which may create hazardous driving conditions during the afternoon/evening commute.

Traffic Modifications and Commercial Vehicle Restrictions for Baltimore’s New Year’s Eve Spectacular at the Inner Harbor

Temporary commercial vehicle restrictions will be in effect from 12:00 noon on December 31, 2017 until 4:00 a.m. on January 1, 2018. During this time, commercial vehicles will not be permitted in the downtown / Inner Harbor areas of the city, except for local deliveries.

Citizens Urged to Prepare for Possible Snow Accumulation Today Which Will Affect the Afternoon Commute

Accumulating snow expected in Baltimore may create slick driving conditions

Mayor Catherine Pugh and the Baltimore City Department of Transportation Announce Completion of the North Avenue Streetscape Project

BALTIMORE, MD (December 11, 2017) – Today, Mayor Catherine Pugh was joined by Transportation Director Michelle Pourciau, Senator Nathaniel McFadden, Councilman Robert Stokes and members of the Nort

Traffic Modifications For Annual Monument Lighting

Temporary road closures will be implemented for the annual lighting of the Washington Monument.  The event will be held on Thursday, December 07, 2017, rain or shine.  Festivities in historic Mount Vernon will start at 5:00 p.m. 

Safe Driving to All This Holiday Season

As the holiday season moves into full swing, citizens are encouraged to travel during off-peak hours to avoid congestion and delays.  Area roadways will be bustling with holiday travelers, so motorists should stay alert and exercise patience while driving. 

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