2015 News Releases
Dec 23, 2015
Metro buses will operate on a Holiday/Sunday schedule on Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Friday, Jan. 1.
Dec 17, 2015
24 consecutive years of excellence in financial reporting
Dec 16, 2015
On Monday, Dec. 14, the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 627 membership voted to approve a labor contract with Metro (243 to 64), effective Nov. 1, 2015-Oct. 31, 2018.
Dec 14, 2015
Passengers to help Metro select new bus seats
Dec 11, 2015

Metro to build new Oakley transit center in 2016; introduction of new small buses, mobile ticketing planned

Dec 8, 2015
Take a year-long ride with Cincinnati streetcars from days gone by... great holiday gift ideas!
Nov 25, 2015
Ride Metro’s Holly Jolly Trolley Saturdays this holiday season.
Nov 24, 2015
Attention Metro riders: The Silverton Fare Deal Office located at 7000 Montgomery Road will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 27.
Nov 19, 2015

Metro’s regular winter service changes will go into effect on Sunday, December 6. 

Nov 18, 2015
Holly Jolly Trolley begins Nov. 28.
Nov 11, 2015
Want a job that’s really going places? Become a Metro Operator!
Nov 10, 2015
Help Metro stuff the bus with food for families in need
Nov 10, 2015

Naming rights for the entire streetcar system now available -- Revenue generated will help pay for streetcar operations

Nov 5, 2015
Jobs access needs improvement, especially to medical and manufacturing jobs.
Nov 5, 2015
Metro has promoted Arnold Isham to the position of Director of Transit Operations, responsible for overseeing the delivery of Metro’s fixed-route services to the community.
Nov 3, 2015
Metro buses and Access service will operate on a regular schedule on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Oct 30, 2015
Metro is holding an open house to take comments from the community on the proposed re-routing of 14 express routes throughout the downtown Cincinnati area.
Oct 29, 2015
10,000 reusable coasters donated by Heidelberg Distributing to be used in Over the Rhine
Oct 12, 2015
Public invited to provide input to improve Metro's service
Oct 7, 2015
Metro buses and Access service will operate on a regular schedule for Columbus Day on Monday, Oct. 12.
Oct 6, 2015
Join Queen City Bike on Saturday, Oct. 10 at Washington Park
Oct 1, 2015
Several Metro boarding locations changed.
Sep 23, 2015
Metro welcomes two new members to its executive team: Randal Weaver and Olivia Jones.
Sep 16, 2015
FREE RIDES: All Metro routes, all day Sunday, thanks to Miller Lite
Sep 16, 2015
Mary Miller, CEO of JANCOA Janitorial Services, has been appointed to the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority’s board of trustees, which operates Metro transit system in Cincinnati, OH.
Sep 15, 2015
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is convening a Metro Futures Task Force to assess public transit in our community and make recommendations for the future
Sep 15, 2015
Employees' actions may have saved passenger's life.
Sep 14, 2015
Want a job that’s really going places? Become a Metro Operator!
Sep 9, 2015

Miller Lite Free Rides Brings Safe and Free Rides to Bengals Fans on All Metro Routes  

Sep 2, 2015
schedule for Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7.
Aug 28, 2015
Several Metro bus boarding locations changed.
Aug 24, 2015
Metro buses will operate on a holiday schedule on Monday, Sept. 7, in observation of Labor Day.
Aug 19, 2015
Second annual event aims to educate new riders, gets YPs on board
Aug 18, 2015
Join Queen City Bike on Saturday, Aug. 22 at Washington Park
Aug 12, 2015
For safety's sake, stay clear of high-voltage wires; permit required for work near the electrical system
Aug 10, 2015
Want a job that’s really going places? Become a Metro Operator!
Aug 7, 2015
Five Metro routes will be on detour this weekend due to streetcar track installation work beginning this evening, Friday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m.
Aug 6, 2015
New technology puts real-time bus arrival data at rider's fingertips.
Aug 5, 2015
Routes will detour Aug. 5 - 9
Aug 4, 2015
Metro’s regular summer service changes will go into effect on Sunday, August 16.
Jul 21, 2015
Seniors, people with disabilities benefit from $1.4 million federal grant.
Jul 14, 2015
Metro is partnering with Learning Through Art, Inc. to provide $0.50 rides each way ($1 round trip) on the Rt. 46 Avondale to the 10th anniversary of the Macy's Kids, Cultures, Critters and Crafts Festival
Jul 9, 2015
Government Square closed, boarding locations changed.
Jul 8, 2015
Maurice Brown, president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Workers (AFSCME) Local 250 representing the City of Cincinnati employees, has been appointed to the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority’s board of trustees.
Jul 6, 2015
Media statement from SORTA Chair Jason Dunn
Jun 30, 2015
Ride the FREE community shuttle to the big game festivities
Jun 26, 2015
Metro buses will operate on a holiday schedule on Friday, July 3, in observation of the Independence Day holiday.
Jun 24, 2015
Operator of the Year shares keys to success.
Jun 18, 2015
New, free "Bus Detective" app officially launches June 18
Jun 18, 2015
SORTA to award contract to Streetcar operator
May 22, 2015
New riders can try Metro free during First*Ride Fridays at park & rides.
May 19, 2015
Buses will detour for Taste of Cincinnati May 22-26
May 15, 2015
Five easy tips for cyclists to ensure a safe and enjoyable ride
May 14, 2015
Metro’s regular summer service changes will go into effect on Sunday, May 31.
May 12, 2015
Carlos Rowland has been selected to serve as Interim Chief Operations Officer at Metro.
May 11, 2015
Transit system wins top honor for security practices
May 8, 2015
Ron Mosby, Executive Director for Journey to Liberty, a non-profit, faith-based organization that provides services to those seeking life improvement, joined the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority’s board of trustees.
May 7, 2015
Metro buses will be detoured, boarding locations changed.
May 7, 2015

Free transit rides for bicycle commuters on Bike to Work Day

May 1, 2015
Visit Metro's detour page for complete detour information.
Apr 24, 2015

Metro has promoted Darryl Haley to Executive Vice President. In this role, Haley will serve as second in command at Metro, under CEO and General Manager Dwight Ferrell.

Apr 16, 2015
Another 32 to go into service by end of May
Apr 6, 2015
SORTA is holding two public meetings in downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine to get feedback from the community on the proposed Cincinnati Streetcar service plan and fare structure. 
Apr 6, 2015
In observance of Cincinnati Reds Opening Day Parade, Government Square will be closed beginning at 11 a.m. until the parade ends at approximately 3 p.m.
Apr 1, 2015

In observance of Fireman Daryl Gordon’s funeral today, several Metro buses will be on detour throughout the Downtown area until approximately noon.

Mar 24, 2015

Metro buses will be detoured, boarding locations changed

 

Mar 23, 2015

Support the Cincinnati Streetcar and sport the trendiest fashion look of the season. 

Mar 17, 2015

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) has officially endorsed the use of the north track of the Oasis Line as a temporary bike, recreational, and transportation trail.

Mar 17, 2015

Metro announced today the plans for a new transit center in Northside and transit district in Walnut Hills.

Mar 16, 2015
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Mar 6, 2015

Metro will be partnering with the Cincinnati Police SWAT to participate in a multi-jurisdictional full-scale counter-terrorism training exercise funded by the Department of Homeland Security on Friday, March 6 at Union Terminal from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Mar 3, 2015

The deadline for proposals related to operations and maintenance services for the Cincinnati Streetcar has been extended to allow more time for prospective proposers on this complex procurement. 

Feb 13, 2015

Metro spring service changes will take effect on Sunday, March 1, 2015. 

Feb 10, 2015

Metro and Red Bike have paired up for a Valentine’s Day contest and free-ride giveaway that have earned the endorsement of the Cincinnati Ballet’s Queen of Hearts.  

Feb 6, 2015

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) will hold a listening session to solicit public comments about the proposed temporary bike and pedestrian trail on the Oasis Line rail right-of-way, from The Montgomery Inn Boathouse to Lunken Airport.

Feb 6, 2015

Metro will operate on a regular schedule on Presidents’ Day, Monday, Feb. 16. Access service for people with disabilities will also run on a regular schedule.

Feb 4, 2015

Brendon Cull, Senior Director of Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs at The Kroger Co., has been appointed to the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority’s board of trustees, which operates the Metro transit system in Cincinnati, OH.

Jan 26, 2015

In this role, he is responsible for managing Metro’s call center, sales office, Cincinnati Public Schools and University pass programs and fare media outlet distribution.

Jan 23, 2015

Walnut Hills Kroger customers can now add Metro monthly passes and regional stored-value cards to their grocery lists.

Jan 22, 2015

Jason Dunn re-elected as SORTA Chair; Ken Reed as Vice Chair

Jan 14, 2015

Metro and Access will operate on a regular schedule on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 19. Metro call center is open, but Metro administrative offices and the sales office are closed for the day.

Jan 9, 2015

Paul Grether has been promoted to Director of Rail Services at Cincinnati Metro. 

Jan 7, 2015

RFP 43-14: Cincinnati Streetcar Operations & Maintenance Services