What’s New at MDOT
MDOT Insider is back with the latest updates on transportation projects and initiatives across Maryland!
Honoring a Legacy: Free Rides on National Transit Equity Day
To commemorate the legacy of civil rights icon Rosa Parks, the Maryland Transit Administration will celebrate Transit Equity Day by offering free rides on Local Bus, Light Rail, Metro Subway, MARC Train, Commuter Bus and Mobility services on Wednesday, February 4.
Advancing Transit-Oriented Development through Local Support
Established in 2008, the State TOD Designation program provides state recognition and support for local governments who are planning for and advancing TOD at local transit stations.
Great Start to the New Year with Maryland on the Move
Maryland is starting the year with momentum, and within the first few weeks, a series of...
Full-Speed Ahead for Acting Secretary Kathryn “Katie” Thomson
This new year we welcome Maryland’s newest transportation leader. Governor Wes Moore...
MDOT Wrapped: Maryland’s Top 5 Transportation Achievements in 2025
From starting construction on Maryland’s first Pedestrian Safety Action Plan project to the Motor...
Serving Beyond Transportation: How MDOT Employees Support Maryland Communities
When most people hear “Maryland Department of Transportation” they think roads, bridges, transit, airports, the Port of Baltimore and vehicle registration and driver licensing services. This is all in MDOT’s wheelhouse, but with a deeper look, you will start to notice MDOT employees do more. They keep communities connected, supported and seen.
Celebrate Safely: Enjoy the Holidays Without Driving Impaired
Choosing alcohol-free options isn’t just about personal preference; it plays a key role in preventing impaired driving. When you stay sober behind the wheel, you help protect your passengers, other drivers and the pedestrians who are especially vulnerable during busy holiday events.
Winter Reflections: BWI Marshall Airport’s Summer Youth Initiative Continues to Inspire Young Aviation Leaders
Summertime fun may seem like a distant memory as winter settles in, but for some Baltimore City students the experiences they gained at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport this past summer are still taking flight.
Building Connections: MDOT’s MOVE Roundtable Brings Communities Together to Advance Mobility and Opportunity
Over four workshops, community members, civic leaders and transportation professionals – along with more than a dozen organizations – came together to explore the transportation challenges and opportunities facing older adults in Maryland.
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport Turns 75: From Friendship to a Holiday Travel Hub
As travelers head out for the busy Thanksgiving weekend, BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport stands ready – just as it has for 75 years. Long before cell phones and ride shares, the airport – then called Friendship International – broke ground in 1947. President Harry S....