I have always enjoyed trying new things, even when I am a little nervous about it. So, when the new Baltimore Metro Subway railcars started operating, I knew I had to ride them. The difference is evident the moment you step inside.
Stronger Together: How Maryland’s Partnerships Are Helping Advance Development Projects Near Transit Stations
Maryland’s progress in Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) isn’t just about rails and roads — it’s about relationships. By coordinating across state, county and regional lines, we can turn shared goals into vibrant communities that align infrastructure, housing and...
Baltimore Students: Join the MTA Youth Transit Council and Help Shape the Future of Transit
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is accepting applications for the 2025–2026 Youth Transit Council, an advisory group that offers young people in the Baltimore area the opportunity to learn how MTA operates, offer suggestions to improve transit service and...
What to Expect on Your First Train Ride: Here’s My Experience
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but train rides are actually… nice? Before now, I had never taken a train; not back home in Nigeria, and certainly nowhere else. In my head, trains were either dangerous, confusing or straight-up chaotic. I had read way too many...
All Aboard the Transit Merch Train!
Public transit has long been more than just a way to get around town. It’s a shared experience that connects people with their community. For those who appreciate the beauty of a Metro Subway map, the grandeur of Baltimore’s skyline, the charm of retro designs or the...

