MBTA launches new "Tap to Ride" system and more top stories
A new payment system is now in place on the MBTA.
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A new payment system is now in place on the MBTA.
There's a new way to pay for subway and bus rides in Boston. The MBTA launched it's long-awaited "Tap to Ride" system Thursday.
The MBTA finally launched it's "tap to pay" system for subway rides in Boston Thursday. WBZ TV's Jordyn Jagolinzer reports.
A long-awaited upgrade is coming to the MBTA, as the "Tap to Pay" system is coming to buses and subways in the Boston area Thursday.
The MBTA said the shutdown is needed so crews can install new rail and remove speed restrictions. Shuttle buses will replace trains.
The MBTA announced on Thursday that it will suspend service on the Red Line's Braintree branch for 24 days in September.
The MBTA announced on Thursday that it will suspend service on the Red Line's Braintree branch for 24 days in September.
The MBTA said the shutdown is needed for track repairs. Shuttle buses will replace trains and Blue Bikes will be free.
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The United Kingdom is famous for its tea drinking, but now you can catch one of their diplomats sharing a bit of tea on the T.
British Consul General Peter Abbott is connecting with Bostonians by sipping tea on the MBTA. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
The MBTA says its new contactless pay system will be ready in August to be used on buses, the Green Line, the Mattapan Line trolleys and at subway fare gates.
A derailment on the Red Line early Tuesday morning forced the MBTA to bring out shuttle buses for several angry and frustrated commuters.
Riders on the T will be able to tap-to-pay with a credit card, smartphone or a smartwatch.
A derailment on the Red Line early Tuesday morning forced the MBTA to bring out shuttle buses for several angry and frustrated commuters.
There were delays on the Red Line on Tuesday.
Service is suspended so the MBTA can make repairs. Shuttle buses are available for stops in between the closed stations.
The project will connect the south coast of Massachusetts to Boston by rail for the first time in 70 years.
Pieces of a Worcester bridge fell Friday causing traffic delays and concern for bridge maintenance. WBZ's Paula Ebben has this and more top stories -- Alyssa Andrews has your latest weather forecast.
When it opens, the South Coast Rail project will connect the South Coast to Boston for the the first time in 70 years. WBZ-TV's Paula Ebben reports.
This is a musical comedy loosely based on the Wizard of Oz. It's the story of the MBTA keeping three people in Boston from getting to their destinations.
The MBTA is adding more trips during the afternoon to fill previously open gaps.
Cambridge Police are investigating a shooting in Kendall Square that sent two people to the hospital. Chris Tanaka has Friday's top stories.
The new system allows MBTA bus and subway passengers to simply tap their phone or credit card to pay for rides.
The new system allows MBTA bus and subway passengers to simply tap their phone or credit card to pay for rides. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
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Massachusetts State Police arrested a Worcester resident after troopers say they were driving the wrong way on Interstate 95 and several communities on Christmas Day while under the influence of drugs.
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Customers have been telling the I-Team that the service has not been as advertised with delays and equipment problems.
Advocates for Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital in Canton say the state is failing to keep its promise to keep the facility open.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
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The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission unanimously approved regulations to allow for legal marijuana use in public settings.
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Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
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The New England Patriots will be shorthanded as they look to win their 13th game of the season and keep their hopes for the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs alive.
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