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Red Line Riders Turn to Bus
Metro bus ridership surged after the June 22 train crash. (Mark Gail/The Post)
Congestion, delays and concerns about train safety after last month's crash on the Red Line drive many rail riders to board buses for their daily travel, which might have a lasting impact on commuting habits.
The gap, which amounts to about 5 percent of Md.'s $14 billion general fund, reflects a challenge facing states across the country.
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