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Wednesday, July 13, 2016

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Study: Transit riders want good service, not free WiFi

A new study by New York-based TransitCenter finds that transit customers value the basics, such as frequency, reliability and speed of service, over amenities such as free WiFi and USB power outlets. Houston Chronicle [7-12]>> Photo by Mark Mulligan / The Chronicle

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D.C. Metro trails other systems in bus rider safety

D.C. Metro bus riders are at a greater risk of injury or of being in a collision than commuters on other major bus systems in the U.S., according to data to be presented to the Metro board Thursday. Washington Post [7-13]>> Photo by Linda Davidson / The Post

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Former JTA manager charged with grand theft

Robert Thomas Franques, a former project manager at the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, has been arrested on a charge of grand theft following an investigation launched when the agency found financial irregularities after he was fired. Jacksonville.com [7-13]>> Photo by Bruce Lipsky / Jacksonville.com

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Hyperloop One faces messy lawsuit between cofounders

Hyperloop One appears to be leading the competition with plans to have a working Hyperloop by 2020. But the startup is battling a lawsuit filed by former employees that alleges financial mismanagement and nepotism. CNN Money [7-12]>>

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