3 additional CapMetro bus drivers test positive for COVID-19; riders now required to wear face coverings
One driver last worked on April 2, one on April 9, and one on March 30, according to CapMetro.
One driver last worked on April 2, one on April 9, and one on March 30, according to CapMetro.
CapMetro providing face coverings for employees in response to CDC guidelines
In response to the recently updated CDC guidelines, CapMetro has begun distributing face coverings for employees and staff that are public-facing.
In response to the recently updated CDC guidelines, CapMetro has begun distributing face coverings for employees and staff that are public-facing.
CapMetro employee dies after testing positive for coronavirus, unconfirmed cause of death
According to the company, the employee passed away on Saturday, April 4 after testing positive earlier in the week for the virus. Cap Metro says the cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
According to the company, the employee passed away on Saturday, April 4 after testing positive earlier in the week for the virus. Cap Metro says the cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
Three bus operators, one mechanic with Capital Metro test positive for COVID-19
The names and current medical conditions of the employees are not being released but Capital Metro has provided information about which routes and dates the bus operators worked so customers can proactively monitor their health.
The names and current medical conditions of the employees are not being released but Capital Metro has provided information about which routes and dates the bus operators worked so customers can proactively monitor their health.
FOX 7 Discussion: CapMetro CEO on COVID-19 response
CapMetro CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to talk about current and future projects and what CapMetro is doing to protect riders.
CapMetro CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to talk about current and future projects and what CapMetro is doing to protect riders.
CapMetro sees 65% drop in ridership after stay-at-home order
CapMetro received it's first set of ridership data since the order went into place and on March 26, the company saw a 65% decrease in overall riders.
CapMetro received it's first set of ridership data since the order went into place and on March 26, the company saw a 65% decrease in overall riders.
CapMetro CEO asking Congress to consider financial support for transit during COVID-19 pandemic
In a letter to the Congressional delegation, CEO Randy Clarke says CapMetro is "experiencing a significant impact to the financial resources needed to put service on the street."
In a letter to the Congressional delegation, CEO Randy Clarke says CapMetro is "experiencing a significant impact to the financial resources needed to put service on the street."
CapMetro to implement temporary service changes due to coronavirus
CapMetro says the changes will go into effect on Wednesday, March 18 and are designed to "protect employees, promote public health and ensure that we continue to provide service to all parts of our community."
CapMetro says the changes will go into effect on Wednesday, March 18 and are designed to "protect employees, promote public health and ensure that we continue to provide service to all parts of our community."
CapMetro, UT Austin cancel UT shuttle routes through Spring Break
The company is asking anyone who feels sick to not use their services, remain at home, and follow health guidelines.
The company is asking anyone who feels sick to not use their services, remain at home, and follow health guidelines.
FOX 7 Discussion: CapMetro CEO on next steps for Project Connect
Capital Metro CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to discuss the next steps for Project Connect.
Capital Metro CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to discuss the next steps for Project Connect.
Austin City Council holds hearing on Project Connect
A vote by the council is expected to take place in May. If they approve the project, the plan is expected to go to voters on the November ballot.
A vote by the council is expected to take place in May. If they approve the project, the plan is expected to go to voters on the November ballot.
Capital Metro unveils transit system recommendations, including light rail, Austin Underground
On Monday, March 9, CapMetro will present its Project Connect system plan recommendation to its board of directors and the Austin City Council.
On Monday, March 9, CapMetro will present its Project Connect system plan recommendation to its board of directors and the Austin City Council.
CapMetro, Austin-Bergstrom increasing health safety measures due to coronavirus
On Wednesday, CapMetro released a statement saying to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including flu and COVID-19, please follow standard hygiene measures.
On Wednesday, CapMetro released a statement saying to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including flu and COVID-19, please follow standard hygiene measures.
CapMetro releases statement on Coronavirus as they announce increase services for SXSW
"Capital Metro is following guidance from Austin Public Health and continues to monitor the situation involving COVID-19," Cap Metro said in a statement.
"Capital Metro is following guidance from Austin Public Health and continues to monitor the situation involving COVID-19," Cap Metro said in a statement.
CapMetro to run alternate service on Martin Luther King Day
No MetroRail, MetroExpress or UT Shuttles services will be available Monday.
No MetroRail, MetroExpress or UT Shuttles services will be available Monday.
Class Act: Campbell Elementary students decorate CapMetro's new electric buses
The students of Campbell Elementary and their designs are the focus of this Class Act.
The students of Campbell Elementary and their designs are the focus of this Class Act.
FOX 7 Discussion: CapMetro CEO on proposed transit projects
Capital Metro president and CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to discuss what's next for Austin transportation.
Capital Metro president and CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to discuss what's next for Austin transportation.
City, Cap Metro hold joint work session on transportation options for Austin
One of the proposed projects includes a possible underground rail in the downtown area.
One of the proposed projects includes a possible underground rail in the downtown area.
Annual "Stuff the Bus" food drive provides more than 20K meals
Capital Metro, Whole Foods Market, and the Central Texas Food Bank teamed up during the first weekend of December to collect meals for individuals and families in need during the holidays.
Capital Metro, Whole Foods Market, and the Central Texas Food Bank teamed up during the first weekend of December to collect meals for individuals and families in need during the holidays.
CapMetro announces extended holiday schedule, free service on New Year's Eve
Capital Metro will offer extended service on New Year's Eve, with MetroRail, MetroRapid and select MetroExpress routes operating until 2:30 a.m. Free rides will also be offered on all its services, including MetroBus, MetroRapid, MetroRail, Pickup, and MetroExpress, after 5 p.m.
Capital Metro will offer extended service on New Year's Eve, with MetroRail, MetroRapid and select MetroExpress routes operating until 2:30 a.m. Free rides will also be offered on all its services, including MetroBus, MetroRapid, MetroRail, Pickup, and MetroExpress, after 5 p.m.