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Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train Spreads Seasonal Joy to Rancho Cucamonga

Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train made a stop at Rancho Cucamonga on Saturday, December 2, offering a one-of-a-kind, family-friendly experience. Nearly 1,000 riders were treated to an hour-long journey between Rancho Cucamonga and Covina stations, complete with decorations, carolers, and beloved holiday characters. Metrolink hosts the event each year not only to offer families a fun […]

SBCTA moves forward with ZEMU Hydrogen Infrastructure

In October, SBCTA’s Zero Emission Multiple Unit (ZEMU) made its U.S. debut at the American Public Transit Association’s national conference in Orlando, Florida. The ZEMU, developed by train manufacturer Stadler and in partnership with the California State Transportation Agency, will be the first self-powered hydrogen train in North America. Currently, the ZEMU is undergoing federal […]

Brightline West Receives $3 Billion in Federal Funding

Brightline West’s High-Speed Rail Project received some good news to end the year as it announced a major investment from the federal government. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, that the Brightline West project will be receiving a $3 billion grant funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The high-speed rail […]

Metrolink Service Update: I-10 Freeway Closure in Downtown LA

Traffic in and out of Los Angeles is being significantly impacted due to the closure of a portion of the I-10 Freeway in Downtown LA. Metrolink is committed to expanding its service and capacity to ensure riders can get where they are going on time and without stress. Caltrans has recommended that residents work from […]

North First Avenue Bridge

SBCTA, in cooperation with the City of Barstow and Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railroad, is leading the construction effort to replace the existing North First Avenue Bridge. The bridge has served as a critical lifeline for the City of Barstow and the surrounding community and serves as the main thoroughfare to essential services such […]

Celebrating the Beginning: West Valley Connector Project Groundbreaking Ceremony

On Thursday, October 12, SBCTA in partnership with Omnitrans, marked the start of construction on the West Valley Connector (WVC) Project with a groundbreaking ceremony in the City of Ontario. The momentous event took place along what will soon be a 19-mile, 100% zero-emission Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route traversing the cities of Pomona, Montclair, […]

Victor Valley Transit Authority Celebrates 30 Years of Service

The Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) marked its 30th anniversary with a ceremony underlining the organization’s three-decade commitment to serving the High Desert community. The celebration took place at VVTA’s headquarters in Hesperia last month. The event, attended by notable officials including Assemblyman Juan Carrillo and distinguished guests such as the mayors of Adelanto, Barstow, […]

Metrolink San Bernardino Line Track Closure November 11-12

Due to maintenance and rehabilitation projects on Saturday and Sunday, November 11-12, San Bernardino Line service will not operate between Montclair and San Bernardino-Downtown. Arrow service will also not be operating. Unfortunately, due to the lack of bus operators, alternate bus transportation will NOT be available. There will be Metrolink train service between Montclair and […]

Smart County Master Plan

The San Bernardino Council of Governments (SBCOG) is leading a Smart County Master Plan (SCMP) that will provide a roadmap for improving the region’s communications and technology infrastructure to better serve the county’s growing technology needs. The regional approach is meant to share information and break down silos in an effort to serve residents in […]

San Bernardino Line Track Closure October 14-15, 2023

Due to maintenance and rehabilitation projects on Saturday and Sunday, October 14-15, San Bernardino Line service will not operate between Montclair and San Bernardino. Unfortunately, due to the lack of bus operators, alternate bus transportation will NOT be available. As an alternative for train travel, we encourage passengers to check Omnitrans bus routes serving train […]
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