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Road-work season spreads across Maryland
Drivers will encounter hundreds of work zones for projects that include bridge repairs, paving, fixing signs.
 
D.C. Council chairman says planned tax on commuter buses ‘is disappearing’
(The Washington Post, June 12, 2013; 7:09 PM)
 
Virginia highway plans take different directions
(The Washington Post, June 8, 2013; 2:45 PM)
 
Transportation advocates will vie over which Northern Virginia projects are most worthy
(The Washington Post, June 1, 2013; 6:15 PM)
 
Streetcars, bike lanes and crosswalks: What’s Mayor Gray’s plan for D.C.?
(The Washington Post, May 25, 2013; 5:35 PM)
 
For this summer’s getaways, drivers face new challenges on I-95 in Northern Virginia
(The Washington Post, May 17, 2013; 6:00 PM)
 
Purple Line’s progress is measured on maps unfurled for neighborhoods to review
(The Washington Post, May 11, 2013; 7:58 PM)
 
Maryland highway agency uses high-tech vehicle to snoop for pavement problems
(The Washington Post, May 4, 2013; 2:53 PM)
 
District prepares H Street/Benning Road for arrival of streetcar service
(The Washington Post, April 27, 2013; 5:47 PM)
 
Suburban bus use climbs across Washington region
(The Washington Post, April 20, 2013; 6:36 PM)
 
How much could new Md., Va. gas taxes cost you?
(The Washington Post, April 12, 2013; 5:09 PM)
 
Silver Line will shake up Virginia's commute
(The Washington Post, April 5, 2013; 9:35 AM)
 
I-66 study shows difficult road ahead for Northern Virginia commuters
(The Washington Post, March 30, 2013; 4:47 PM)
 
Getting to Nationals Park for the 2013 baseball season
(The Washington Post, March 23, 2013; 4:56 PM)
 
Cherry blossom congestion: A rite of spring
(The Washington Post, March 15, 2013; 1:38 PM)
 
More changes ahead for 11th Street Bridge
(The Washington Post, March 9, 2013; 6:27 PM)
 
D.C. region’s leaders pursuing many different paths to make travel easier
(The Washington Post, March 1, 2013; 12:13 PM)
 
Mobility report tells sad story for D.C. travelers but lacks an ending
(The Washington Post, February 22, 2013; 10:02 AM)
 
Maryland to start building long-delayed transit center in Prince George’s
(The Washington Post, February 15, 2013; 3:05 PM)
 
Fairfax fine-tuning bus plans for Silver Line
(The Washington Post, February 9, 2013; 9:47 PM)
 
Metro’s ‘Momentum’ campaign begins long slog toward congestion relief
(The Washington Post, February 1, 2013; 11:13 AM)
 
Metro station closings to affect all rail lines
(The Washington Post, January 26, 2013; 8:01 PM)
 
Inauguration Day walking guide
(The Washington Post, January 18, 2013; 2:37 PM)
 
Inauguration Day travel tips
(The Washington Post, January 12, 2013; 6:19 PM)
 
The year ahead: A top 10 list of transportation projects to watch
(The Washington Post, January 6, 2013; 11:38 AM)
 
The D.C. region’s transportation top 10 for 2012: Breaking through some bottlenecks
(The Washington Post, December 28, 2012; 2:50 PM)
 
Metro’s Silver Line plan will mean adjustments for many riders
(The Washington Post, December 22, 2012; 2:14 PM)
 
December getaways carry special challenges for D.C. area travelers
(The Washington Post, December 15, 2012; 2:00 PM)
 
Early experience yields tips for using Beltway express lanes
(The Washington Post, December 8, 2012; 3:31 PM)
 
Winter survival guide for D.C. region’s roads
(The Washington Post, December 1, 2012; 4:57 PM)
 
Bike commuters power though the winter cold
(The Washington Post, November 23, 2012; 10:25 PM)
 
A user’s guide for the Beltway express lanes
(The Washington Post, November 14, 2012; 6:32 PM)
 
Thanksgiving getaway guide: Advice for long-distance travel from D.C.
(The Washington Post, November 10, 2012; 8:12 PM)
 
Metro Rush Plus rides: Your experience may vary with Blue, Yellow lines
(The Washington Post, November 3, 2012; 1:36 PM)
 
The ins and outs of Beltway express lanes
(The Washington Post, October 27, 2012; 3:51 PM)
 
More buses might be allowed to use highway shoulders
(The Washington Post, October 20, 2012; 3:19 PM)
 
Silver Spring Transit Center has new opening date — again — but will it be ready?
(The Washington Post, October 13, 2012; 9:08 PM)
 
11th St. Bridge ramps remake D.C. freeways
(The Washington Post, October 5, 2012; 2:03 PM)
 
Get to FedEx Field for the 2012 Redskins season
(The Washington Post, September 22, 2012; 10:08 PM)
 
What drivers should know about sharing the road with bicyclists (and vice versa)
(The Washington Post, September 15, 2012; 12:35 PM)
 
September Shock: Commuters need to look sharp for problems and pluses
(The Washington Post, September 8, 2012; 11:46 AM)
 
A guide to suburban transit options
(The Washington Post, September 1, 2012; 11:59 AM)
 
Need to get to D.C. area airports? There’s a variety of options.
(The Washington Post, August 25, 2012; 5:15 PM)
 
Montgomery, Fairfax look to future of Legion Bridge
(The Washington Post, August 18, 2012; 8:05 PM)
 
For Virginia commuters, new era begins with HOT lanes
(The Washington Post, August 10, 2012; 9:58 PM)
 
Commuter tax on the move
(The Washington Post, August 3, 2012; 6:43 PM)
 
Can’t get away from D.C.? Here are some good day trips
(The Washington Post, August 3, 2012; 12:22 PM)
 
E-ZPass Flex: New gadget will give carpoolers an express ride free
(The Washington Post, July 28, 2012; 5:11 PM)
 
Metro’s hot cars: What to look for, and avoid
(The Washington Post, July 21, 2012; 3:33 PM)
 
Road work update: Summer projects abound in D.C. region
(The Washington Post, July 14, 2012; 12:12 PM)
 
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