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Advocacy Works! $160 million more for transit in MI budget!

Despite being several days late, the Michigan Legislature finally passed a budget for Fiscal Year 2026, which started Oct 1 of 2025. Our 9 months of advocacy and activism paid off!! The new MI budget includes nearly $160 million more for public transit – including both bus operating and transformational projects! As we had long […]

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The Linq Tunnes Bus, wrapped in US and Canadian flags

The Tunnel Bus Lives! New Linq Bus Officially Starts Service

The Tunnel Bus lives!!! Thanks to The Linq Tunnel Bus this vital connection restarted service on Monday as a privately operated bus. Here’s what you need to know. Schedule The bus runs everyday, 6am to 11pm Monday through Saturday, and 8am to 7pm on Sundays. View schedules at The Linq’s website. Stops Currently there are

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A Vision for Michigan’s Transportation Future: Modernize Michigan Mobility for All

Michigan strives to be a mobility leader, but largely ignores any non-car mobility. We need a truly modern transportation system that provides affordable, accessible, climate-friendly options for everyone while prioritizing walking, rolling, transit, and zero-emission union-made vehicles We all want vibrant communities where kids can play and families can thrive. Strong communities where people want

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Tonya Christerfield is a Detroit paratransit rider and says improvements in recent years and a new quick turnaround service have been a welcome change. Credit: Screenshot/Johnathan Shephard

Transit Voices: Tonya Chesterfield, by Bridge Detroit

In Detroit, transportation isn’t a privilege – it’s a necessity for basic living. For Tonya Christerfield, it’s a lifeline to her loved ones. She utilizes DDOT’s paratransit service, which just recently began same day pickups in June. “It’s more comfortable for the people, more comfortable for myself,” said Christerfield, who is visually impaired due to

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