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Schedule Extended for Current Commercial/Forward/Nine Mile Run Closure at the I-376 Commercial Street Bridge (Plus a...
- Jan 30, 2026
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This article was originally published on December 3, 2025, and was updated on January 30, 2026. Latest schedule update: The current closure...
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Outbound/Eastbound transit vehicles will no longer use the Fifth Ave Contraflow Bus-Only Lane in Oakland beginning...
- Dec 18, 2025
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As January 4, 2026, Pittsburgh Regional Transit will permanently "retire" the contraflow bus lane on Fifth Avenue in Oakland. The change impacts...
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Find a Carpool/Vanpool - Free Ride Matching for Commuters Traveling from East, West, North, South via CommuteInfo
- Nov 21, 2025
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CommuteInfo is an incredibly valuable commuter resource provided by the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC). Through their FREE ride-...
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Getting Around: Making Smart Transportation Choices in 2025
- Apr 29, 2025
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MAKING AN IMPACT THROUGH THE POWER OF CHOICE Making smart travel choices starts with knowing what's available to you, and understanding how your...
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit's Proposed Service Reductions & Fare Increases slated for February 2026...
- Apr 2, 2025
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit is requesting public comment on their proposed 2026 Fare Increases & Service Reductions. Written comments can be...
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Installation of new Pittsburgh Pedestrian Wayfinding Signage underway in Oakland, Downtown & North Side
- Mar 11, 2025
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At a Glance: For the Oakland area, the Pittsburgh Pedestrian Wayfinding Signage Project includes 12 kiosks and 22 directional signs (from a...
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Allegheny County Safety Action Plan: Community input south for Vision Zero plan
- Feb 11, 2025
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The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC), along with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Allegheny County, and...
Other Updates
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Statewide Green Light-Go Program sends $4.7M in roadway safety investments to Allegheny County
- Jan 30, 2026
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According to PennDOT, the Green Light-Go Program is a reimbursement grant program that will see municipalities get the money back for projects...
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New insights shared by Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission on "Why we do a Long Range Plan"
- Jan 30, 2026
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In an article published today by the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC), author Mason Fish outlines how SPC's Long Range Plan guides...
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January 26 PRT service impacts from ongoing winter weather conditions in Pittsburgh
- Jan 26, 2026
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit service impacts from ongoing winter weather and temperature conditions continue with buses operating only where road...
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit minor service changes coming February 22 impacts several Oakland transit commuter routes,...
- Jan 26, 2026
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit adjusts schedules three time each year. The next round of service changes will go into effect on February 22, 2026....
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit builds upon existing app-based accessibility features by adding on-demand ASL interpreter...
- Jan 26, 2026
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Last week, Pittsburgh Regional Transit announced a new tool that aims to increase accessibility for riders across Allegheny County through...






