Podcasts about Metrolink

Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien recently introduced new legislation to the Dáil, which looked to expand the powers of the National Transport Authority as works on the Metrolink and BusConnects pick up steam. To discuss further with Anton was Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire.

Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien recently introduced new legislation to the Dáil, which looked to expand the powers of the National Transport Authority as works on the Metrolink and BusConnects pick up steam. To discuss further with Anton was Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire.

It will be a “few years” before construction works on the Dublin MetroLink rail line are at “full tilt”, the Oireachtas transport committee has heard. To discuss this further Anton spoke to Paul Davies, Lecturer in Public Procurement, DCU.

It will be a “few years” before construction works on the Dublin MetroLink rail line are at “full tilt”, the Oireachtas transport committee has heard. To discuss this further Anton spoke to Paul Davies, Lecturer in Public Procurement, DCU.

In the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” Marc and Kim examine new efforts in St. Charles County to tighten regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb and VRBO following complaints about parties, fights, overcrowding, and neighborhood disruptions. The discussion covers proposed restrictions on overnight guests, vehicle limits, inspections, and spacing requirements between rental properties, while questioning how widespread the actual problems are and whether the rules could unfairly impact homeowners near major events or attractions. The conversation then shifts to ongoing public safety concerns surrounding MetroLink security and the ongoing legal fight between the St. Louis Police Board and city leadership over police funding and staffing shortages. Marc and Kim discuss how the city has struggled to provide enough officers for Metro patrols, forcing transit officials to rely more heavily on off-duty sheriff's deputies to supplement security. The segment highlights larger frustrations over fragmented law enforcement jurisdiction across the MetroLink system, with Marc arguing that a dedicated transit police force would simplify operations and free city police officers to focus on violent crime elsewhere in St. Louis. Hashtags: #StLouisMorningBrief #Airbnb #VRBO #StCharlesCounty #ShortTermRentals #MetroLink #StLouisCrime #PoliceFunding #SheriffsDepartment #PublicSafety #MissouriPolitics #TransitSecurity #StLouisCounty #LawEnforcement #TalkRadio

Hour 2 opens with the crew settling into their temporary “Studio C” setup amid ongoing station renovations, working through technical hiccups, lighting differences, and equipment adjustments while keeping the show moving and previewing upcoming guest John Lamping to break down Missouri's final legislative week. The conversation quickly broadens into political and global developments, including President Trump's upcoming meeting with China's Xi Jinping, shifting U.S. leverage tied to global oil dynamics, and heightened tensions with Iran that Marc suggests could push toward renewed military action if diplomacy fails. The hour then turns to Missouri politics with a discussion on the end of the legislative session, pending ballot initiatives on abortion, income tax elimination, and initiative petition reform, and concerns over voter confusion and campaign spending battles. Local issues follow in the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” focusing on proposed restrictions for short-term rentals in St. Charles County due to complaints about parties and neighborhood disruptions, alongside ongoing MetroLink security staffing shortages that are forcing reliance on sheriff's deputies amid jurisdictional disputes and funding gaps. The hour closes with the “In Other News” segment featuring a mix of cautionary and viral stories, including a woman hospitalized after a poorly vetted Instagram tattoo gone wrong, a 102-year-old woman finally receiving her high school diploma decades after leaving school, a bizarre motorcycle crash in Canada where a bike became suspended from a traffic light, and a lawsuit from Dua Lipa against Samsung over alleged unauthorized use of her likeness in advertising materials. Hashtags: #StudioC #DonaldTrump #China #XiJinping #Iran #MissouriPolitics #JohnLamping #AbortionAmendment #IncomeTax #StLouisMorningBrief #Airbnb #MetroLink #StCharlesCounty #InOtherNews #DuaLipa #PriceIsRight #ViralVideo #CanadaCrash #TalkRadio #PoliticalNews

The show opens in a temporary studio with technical issues and guest-heavy programming, then moves quickly into political controversy surrounding Donald Trump, including renewed claims about deep state resistance, skepticism over past assassination narratives, and criticism of intelligence officials like John Brennan. A major national security thread develops after reporting that a former California mayor pleaded guilty to acting as an illegal Chinese agent, fueling broader discussion on CCP infiltration, immigration policy, AI-generated media, and foreign interference risks inside the United States. International coverage centers on escalating Iran tensions and U.S. diplomatic positioning ahead of high-level talks with China, alongside debate over military readiness and war powers authority. Senator Eric Schmidt argues Iran's capabilities have been significantly weakened and emphasizes preventing nuclear development while avoiding long-term conflict, while also responding to criticism over U.S. defense stockpiles. Domestic political conflict intensifies as reports surface of Virginia lawmakers allegedly considering restructuring the state Supreme Court through retirement-age changes to reshape its composition and influence redistricting rulings, prompting comparisons to court-packing strategies and broader warnings about institutional manipulation. The show expands into Missouri legislative wrap-up issues, including abortion ballot measures, tax reform proposals, and initiative petition battles, while local reporting highlights St. Charles County short-term rental restrictions and MetroLink security staffing shortages. Guest segments include Rachel Campos-Duffy discussing her new book on American patriotism and cultural identity ahead of the 250th anniversary, Luis Valdes defending gun rights and constitutional protections, and Todd Piro addressing crime and judicial frustration. The final hour focuses on public safety and political accountability, including San Francisco police recruitment incentives and a developing St. Louis County Ethics Committee review involving County Executive Sam Page over alleged dual employment, closing on themes of institutional trust, political escalation, and contested control over courts, elections, and public safety policy. Hashtags: #DonaldTrump #Iran #CCP #China #EricSchmidt #RachelCamposDuffy #VirginiaPolitics #CourtPacking #Redistricting #SupremeCourt #GunRights #LuisValdes #SanFrancisco #PoliceFunding #MissouriPolitics #StLouisCounty #ElectionIntegrity #PublicSafety #DeepState #TalkRadio

LIVE FROM SHORTY'S DINER, WEST PORT12004 Lackland Rd.St. Louis, MO 63146 9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Mayor has a new plan for Rams cash: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer is proposing to spend $230 million of the $255 million Rams relocation settlement on tornado relief, infrastructure repairs, and downtown revitalization. The plan still faces pushback from aldermen and advocates who want the allocation shifted — some pushing for more downtown funding, others demanding more for the tornado-damaged North Side. Ferguson City Council rejects $1.8 billion data center proposal: The Ferguson City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention to reject a proposal that would have transformed the former Emerson Electric site into a massive data center. Residents raised concerns over environmental risks, water usage, tax abatements, and potential lost school revenue despite supporters touting significant economic benefits. St. Louis residents offer feedback on Green Line Bus Rapid Transit: The City of St. Louis and Bi-State Development held an open house Tuesday where residents weighed in on two route options for a Bus Rapid Transit system connecting north and south St. Louis. The BRT would feature dedicated bus lanes, MetroLink-style stations, and service every 10-15 minutes — a significant upgrade from current 30-40 minute intervals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) We will call Tony Short/CEO Corey Broadus/CEO Shorty's Diner, 12004 Lackland St. Louis, MO 63146See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LIVE FROM SHORTY'S DINER, WEST PORT12004 Lackland Rd.St. Louis, MO 63146 9:05 – 9:22 (17mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes@ShowMeShowMeInstitute.orgto discuss: Mayor has a new plan for Rams cash: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer is proposing to spend $230 million of the $255 million Rams relocation settlement on tornado relief, infrastructure repairs, and downtown revitalization. The plan still faces pushback from aldermen and advocates who want the allocation shifted — some pushing for more downtown funding, others demanding more for the tornado-damaged North Side. Ferguson City Council rejects $1.8 billion data center proposal: The Ferguson City Council voted 3-3 with one abstention to reject a proposal that would have transformed the former Emerson Electric site into a massive data center. Residents raised concerns over environmental risks, water usage, tax abatements, and potential lost school revenue despite supporters touting significant economic benefits. St. Louis residents offer feedback on Green Line Bus Rapid Transit: The City of St. Louis and Bi-State Development held an open house Tuesday where residents weighed in on two route options for a Bus Rapid Transit system connecting north and south St. Louis. The BRT would feature dedicated bus lanes, MetroLink-style stations, and service every 10-15 minutes — a significant upgrade from current 30-40 minute intervals. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) We will call Tony Short/CEO Corey Broadus/CEO Shorty's Diner, 12004 Lackland St. Louis, MO 63146See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nuacht Mhall. Príomhscéalta na seachtaine, léite go mall.*Inniu an ceathrú lá de mhí Aibreáin. Is mise Gwyneth Nic Aidicín Ní Loingsigh.Tá dlí nua ceadaithe ag Iosrael a shocraíonn pionós an bháis mar phionós réamhshochraithe le haghaidh Palaistínigh ciontaithe in ionsaithe uafáis. Tharraing an dlí seo cáineadh ó dhaoine, rialtais agus eagrúcháin cearta daonna ar fud an domhain. Dúirt na Náisiúin Aontaithe agus Amnesty International gur dlí leatromach atá i gceist - go teoiriciúil d'fhéadfaí an dlí a úsáid in aghaidh daoine Iosraelacha ach ní tharlóidh sin mar caithfidh gur “stad a chur l'eiseadh an stáit Iosraelach” é cuspóir an ionsaí. Deir saineolaí go mbeidh coir chogaidh i gceist le gníomhú an achta agus go dtugann sé cumhacht ollmhór do stát Iosrael Palaistínigh a marú laistigh den dlí, gan triail chóir. Láinseáil Artemis II Dé Céadaoin, misean tábhachtach i stair an taistil sa spás. Is é seo an chéad uair ó 1972 go bhfuil daoine chun taisteal lasmuigh d'fhithis an domhain agus chun eitilt trasna na gealaí. Mairfidh an turas 10 lá, leis an spásarthach ag taisteal timpeall na gealaí, ag úsáid dhomhantarraingt na gealaí chun éifeacht imtharraingthe, nó “slingshot”, a chruthú agus iad a sheoladh ar ais chuig an domhan. Má tá rath acu, beidh siad ag taisteal níos faide ón domhain ná a thaistil aon duine riamh, timpeall 402,000 ciliméadar. Ar an gcriú beidh an chéad bhean, an chéad duine de dhath agus an chéad duine nach Meiriceánach iad chun taisteal chuig an ngealach. Tá an misean seo ag ullmhú le haghaidh leaindeáil gealaí pleanáilte ag NASA don bhliain 2028. Tá an spásarthach deartha le haghaidh níos mó ná turas amháin, agus an sprioc acu bunachar taighde buan a chruthú ar an ngealach. Le roinnt moille, brú ó Trump agus fadhbanna eile i rith an tionscnaimh, tá sceipteachas faoin amlíne seo. Tá roinnt comórtas i gceist mar tá leandáil gealaí a phleanáil ag an tSín ag an am céanna. In Éirinn, tá bacainn eile tagtha ar thógáil an Metrolink, agus an Stiúrthóir Tionscnaimh Seán Sweeney tar éis éirí as. Tionscnamh cáiliúil nó mícháiliúil é an Metrolink. Tá bealach díreach á chruthú idir lár Bhaile Átha Cliath agus an tAerfort mar cheann de príomhspriocanna an tionscnaimh. Moladh é den chéad uair in 2001, agus tháinig athruithe ollmhóra agus réimse dúshlán ar an tionscnamh le 25 bliain anuas, agus costas measta 11 billiún euro air ag an bpointe seo. D'éirigh Séan Sweeney as a ról le linn na seachtaine ar son a theaghlaigh, a bhfuil ina gcónaí sa Nua-Shéalainn, dúirt se go raibh sé neamh-inbhuanaithe a bheith ina chónaí chomh fada uathu. Tar éis blianta d'fhadhbanna pleanála, dlí agus airgeadais tá imní ar an bpobal go mbeidh moill eile mar thoradh den athrú seo. Deir Príomhfheidhmeannach Metrolink Lorcan O'Connor go bhfuil muinín aige nach gcuirfidh an bacainn seo le moill an tionscnaimh, agus go bhfuil tógáil réidh le tosú in 2027, leis an tseirbhís a chur i bhfeidhm i lár na 2030idí.*Léirithe ag Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain. Tá an script ar fáil i d'aip phodchraolta.*GLUAISpionós an bháis - the death penaltyréamhshocraithe - defaultgan triail chóir - without a fair trialfithis an domhain - the earth's orbitdomhantarraingt na gealaí - the moon's gravitymícháiliúil - infamousneamh-inbhuanaithe - unsustainable

Lise Hand and John Lee join Matt to discuss if the MetroLink project may be derailed by the untimely departure of its boss, Seán Sweeney, and if the government finances become shredded, will MetroLink become a victim again? How the attack on Iran continues to affect the Irish economy and the impact on the government's decision-making. Super saver Simon Harris: What does he want you to do with your money (if you have any)? Is Trump responsible for the increased sales of EV cars? Where would Ireland put a nuclear power plant? And tributes to the late Dr Rory O'Hanlon.Brought to you by The Greenman Group.PTP+To enjoy early access, ad-free listening and weekly bonus episodes, sign up at pathtopowerpodcast.comGet in touch: mail@pathtopowerpodcast.comFollow Matt:https://twitter.com/cooper_mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cooper-615a1317https://www.instagram.com/mattcooperlastword/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Cullen, Dublin Commuter Coalition, discusses why the MetroLink project must continue, as planned.

Today the Programme Director of Metrolink Sean Sweeney announced he is leaving and returning to his native New Zealand. Lorcan O'Connor, CEO Transport Infrastructure Ireland spoke to Rachael.

Duncan Smith, Labour Chief Whip and TD for Dublin Fingal East.

Professor Brian Caulfield, Centre for Transport Research at Trinity College Dublin.

The child abduction reported yesterday was fake; St Charles County agrees to work with ICE; a Wash U student rides the entire MetroLink line; caller Rodger calls Amy out for being negative about MetroLink.

Chris and Amy talk with a Wash U student who rode all of Metrolink in one day; financial planner Dave Simons; and Tamar Sher on the Cards and Billikens. Plus, should we bring back trolleys? And why does Amy dress the way she does?

Chris and Amy look back at "The Way We Were!" Chris wants to see trolleys return to St Louis, and a better public transit system that would make St Louis more attractive for people to live. 'Let's try to excel with the Metrolink,' says Amy, rather than expand a trolley system, which already 'didn't work' along Delmar.

Matt Eisner is a student at Wash U and managing sports editor of the student newspaper Student Life. He joins Chris and Amy to discuss his latest story sharing his experience riding the entire MetroLink line. It was part of a special section in the paper that explores hidden secrets of St Louis. He discusses safety on the Metro and his perception of St. Louis's public transport as a native of Maryland. He was surprised at how rural the eastern end of the line is as it heads towards Scott Air Force Base in Illinois.

San eagrán seo, plé ar an bplean Metrolink.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Trump executive orders to make homes more affordable Today's Speaker's Stump Speech is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ Is the Commonwealth of Virginia in the crapper? 14:44 SEGMENT 2: Kevin Scott, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs & Security for Bi-State Development || in studio || TOPIC: Public safety and infrastructure security on public transit in the St. Louis area || Metro Link safety || The Secure Platform Plan || The new fare system and ticket vending machines || Call-A-Ride || Now hiring for drivers and mechanicsmetrostlouis.org x.com/STLMetro 34:42 SEGMENT 3: Trump compares Iran strike to Pearl Harbor || Congressional Football game https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Kevin Scott, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs & Security for Bi-State Development || in studio || TOPIC: Public safety and infrastructure security on public transit in the St. Louis area || Metro Link safety || The Secure Platform Plan || The new fare system and ticket vending machines || Call-A-Ride || Now hiring for drivers and mechanicsmetrostlouis.org x.com/STLMetro https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Trump executive orders to make homes more affordable Today's Speaker's Stump Speech is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ Is the Commonwealth of Virginia in the crapper? 14:44 SEGMENT 2: Kevin Scott, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs & Security for Bi-State Development || in studio || TOPIC: Public safety and infrastructure security on public transit in the St. Louis area || Metro Link safety || The Secure Platform Plan || The new fare system and ticket vending machines || Call-A-Ride || Now hiring for drivers and mechanicsmetrostlouis.org x.com/STLMetro 34:42 SEGMENT 3: Trump compares Iran strike to Pearl Harbor || Congressional Football game https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Kevin Scott, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs & Security for Bi-State Development || in studio || TOPIC: Public safety and infrastructure security on public transit in the St. Louis area || Metro Link safety || The Secure Platform Plan || The new fare system and ticket vending machines || Call-A-Ride || Now hiring for drivers and mechanicsmetrostlouis.org x.com/STLMetro https://newstalkstl.com/ SHOW PAGE - https://newstalkstl.com/tim-jones-chris-arps/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the first part of a series we're calling "The Doers"!Public safety is one of the most urgent issues facing transit systems today. In this episode of Transit Unplugged, host Paul Comfort sits down with Kevin Scott, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Security at Bi-State Development / St. Louis Metro Transit, to discuss a bold initiative that is reshaping safety across the region's light rail network.Scott explains how St. Louis developed its Secure Platform Plan, a comprehensive strategy that combines infrastructure upgrades, technology, and partnerships with law enforcement to strengthen security on the MetroLink light rail system.The results are already striking: stations where the program has been implemented have seen a 50% reduction in criminal incidents and a significant increase in ridership.During the conversation, Scott walks through how the plan evolved from a detailed security assessment that produced 99 recommendations, and how those insights helped guide long-term improvements across the system.The episode also explores the powerful connection between actual safety improvements and the perception of safety — and why both are critical to attracting riders back to transit.In this episode, you'll learn:Why St. Louis shifted from an open platform light rail system to secured stations How gating, fencing, and expanded CCTV coverage are changing security operations The role of security partnerships with local law enforcement and contracted security teams Why perception of safety matters just as much as actual incident reduction How safer stations are helping drive ridership growth across the system Scott also shares how the agency is upgrading fare collection systems alongside the security infrastructure, creating a modernized transit experience for riders while strengthening enforcement against fare evasion.As transit agencies nationwide prioritize safety and security, the St. Louis experience offers valuable lessons for systems considering similar investments.LinksLearn more about the Secure Platform Plan:https://www.metrostlouis.orgCreditsHost and Producer: Paul ComfortExecutive Producer: Julie GatesProducer: Chris O'KeeffeAssociate Producer: Cyndi RaskinEditor: Patrick EmileTransit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo — passionate about moving the world's people.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.CreditsHost and Producer: Paul ComfortExecutive Producer: Julie GatesProducer: Chris O'KeeffeAssociate Producer: Cyndi RaskinTransit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo — passionate about moving the world's people.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

In this week's SGV Connect, Damien Newton speaks with Habib Balian, CEO of the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority, about the recent extension of the A Line into the San Gabriel Valley and plans for the next phase to Claremont. Since opening in September, the extension has seen steady ridership and strong community support, restoring passenger rail service to parts of the valley for the first time in decades. Balian said the project has provided a much-needed alternative to the congested 210 Freeway and has improved transit connections, including better bus integration with Foothill Transit and easier access to major colleges along the corridor. The conversation then turns to the proposed Pomona-to-Claremont extension. After high bids under the traditional design-build model, the agency shifted to a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) approach to reduce contractor risk amid economic uncertainty. Parsons has been hired to complete final design, with construction anticipated to begin in early 2028. Beyond mobility, Balian emphasized economic impacts, including transit-oriented development, job creation, and an estimated $500 million in economic output during the first three years of operations. Cities along the corridor are planning housing and development near stations in anticipation of the extension. A lightly edited version of the transcript can be found below. Streetsblog's San Gabriel Valley coverage is supported by Foothill Transit, offering car-free travel throughout the San Gabriel Valley with connections to the A Line Stations across the Foothills and Commuter Express lines traveling into the heart of downtown L.A. To plan your trip, visit Foothill Transit. "Foothill Transit. Going Good Places."     Transcript Damien Newton: Welcome to our annual update. I'm joined again by CEO Habib Balian. Thank you for being here. When we spoke last April, the latest extension of the Gold Line — now the A Line — hadn't yet opened. Since then, it launched in September and has been operating for several months. Let's start with how the rollout and handoff to Metro have gone. Habib Balian: Since April, we've held station dedications and worked closely with Metro to transition the line into full service. The opening ceremony drew hundreds of officials and supporters. Ridership has been steady, and the response has been very positive. It's been nearly 75 years since passenger rail served parts of the San Gabriel Valley, so this offers a real alternative to the 210 Freeway. Metro has operated the line since September, and we're pleased with how things are progressing. Newton: Turning to the next extension, from Pomona to Claremont — bids came in high under the design-build model. Why change approaches? Balian: Design-build has served us well for two decades, but contractors are increasingly risk-averse, especially given tariffs and market uncertainty. That risk translated into higher bids. We've pivoted to a Construction Manager at Risk model. Parsons will complete the design to 100 percent over the next 18 months. A contractor will then review constructability and pricing, allowing us to move toward construction in early 2028 with greater cost certainty. Newton: Rail projects aren't just about transportation. We've seen improved bus coordination and major transit-oriented development along the corridor. You recently released a report on the economic benefits of the Claremont extension. Balian: Yes. Development around stations in Pasadena, Monrovia, Azusa, and beyond has been significant. Cities are planning housing and mixed-use projects near stations, often years in advance. Beyond development, construction has created thousands of jobs. During operations, we project nearly $500 million in economic output within the first three years. The line also uniquely connects numerous colleges — from Pasadena City College to Azusa Pacific and the Claremont Colleges — making it an important educational corridor. Newton: What happens first once construction begins? Balian: The corridor is about 100 feet wide and currently includes Metrolink and freight tracks. Early work will involve relocating those tracks to make room for two new light-rail tracks, along with bridge construction and right-of-way improvements. Track installation will follow. Newton: Final thoughts? Balian: Awarding the design contract is our immediate priority. We expect to select a CMAR contractor this summer and begin construction in January 2028. It's a billion-dollar project with four bridges and significant regional impact. Cities want this line, and we're eager to deliver it. Newton: Thanks again for the update. We look forward to talking next year as construction moves closer.      

We weigh the $150 million St. Louis MetroLink extension to MidAmerica Airport against projected ridership and explain how Illinois state funding, decades of pre-planning, and significant optimism have made this project a reality. • cost, scope and context of the MidAmerica Airport extension• ridership at Lambert versus MidAmerica and what it implies• lack of anchors near the new terminus and first-mile gaps• Illinois's Rebuild Illinois funding and shovel-ready advantage• development logic behind building into empty fields• the Green Line corridor, voter backing, and federal hurdles• pivot from light rail to dedicated-lane BRT and timelines• risks of BRT creep and ways to protect speed and reliability• how to engage with local planning and share feedbackIf you are in the St. Louis area or in Illinois and you want to give your thoughts about these two projects, the BRT line and the Mid-America Airport extension of the Red Line out of St. Louis, please send us an email. If you want to support the show, the best way to do so is via our Patreon. You can also just subscribe, like the episode, all that good stuff.Send a textSupport the show

The way has been cleared for work to begin on Dublin's long promised Metrolink following the end of a legal challange by residents of Darmouth Square on the city's southside. Sean Sweeney, Programme Director of Metrolink joined Rachel.

Sean Sweeney, programme director for Metrolink, joins The Last Word to give an update on the project's progress and to discuss the next steps.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Darragh O'Brien, Minister for Transport and Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Fingal East, discusses the future of Metrolink, after an application for a judicial review of the project was withdrawn.

Cúrsaí Polaitiochta an lae - deireadh leis an athbhreithniú breithiúnach a tugadh in aghaidh Metrolink.

A judicial review of the Metrolink project has been withdrawn in what Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien has called "an early Christmas present". Paul Hosford, Acting Political Editor of the Irish Examiner, joined us on the show this morning.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Trump will address the nation tomorrow evening 16:26 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Historic Black community land sale: A historic Black community in Westland Acres is trying to sell more than 120 acres for redevelopment. A plan could finally move forward, but it faces zoning hurdles || Audit questions nonprofit spending: A city audit found missing documents, unapproved contracts, and unusually high mowing costs in a St. Louis neighborhood cleanup program funded with pandemic aid. || Metrolink is getting new trains. What is David’s take on this since he is famously a bus guy? || Cuts in county spending showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/x.com/DavidCStokes 32:13 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about the Vanity Fair article on Susie Wiles https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Trump will address the nation tomorrow evening 16:26 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute || TOPIC: Historic Black community land sale: A historic Black community in Westland Acres is trying to sell more than 120 acres for redevelopment. A plan could finally move forward, but it faces zoning hurdles || Audit questions nonprofit spending: A city audit found missing documents, unapproved contracts, and unusually high mowing costs in a St. Louis neighborhood cleanup program funded with pandemic aid. || Metrolink is getting new trains. What is David’s take on this since he is famously a bus guy? || Cuts in county spending showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokes/x.com/DavidCStokes 32:13 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner is about the Vanity Fair article on Susie Wiles https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roisin Murphy, architect and lecturer, offers insight into why we are so bad at building infrastructure in this country following Metrolink delays, Children's Hospital over-runs, and the housing shortfall.

The Government has launched what it is calling a radical 30-point plan to speed up crucial decisions on infrastructure projects. It includes plans to fast track projects which are in the national interest and changing the fee structure for legal costs when taking judicial reviews. It comes at a time when legal decisions are slowing up plans for the Metrolink and the Greater Dublin Drainage project. For more on this, Alan Morrissey spoke with the Tulla Fianna Fáil Minister of State, Timmy Dooley.

On this week's episode of Inside Business, we look at the sluggish delivery of large and necessary infrastructure projects that has been a feature of several successive Governments.A population surge means building more and better infrastructure for transport, water and housing has become increasingly urgent.The Government unveiled a new plan this week. The Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce contains 30 actions and deadlines by which projects have to be completed.This comes at a time when there are legal delays to the Greater Dublin Drainage project, and potentially to the capital's MetroLink too.To get some insight into whether a plan like this can address the key issues holding back delivery, host Cliff Taylor was joined on the line by taskforce member and Chairperson of IDA Ireland, Feargal O'Rourke.Also in this episode, Irish Times Deputy Business Editor Dominic Coyle on the new pension auto-enrolment scheme 'My Future Fund' which begins on 1 January. How many employees will be opted in? Are companies ready? What are the concerns of employer groups like Ibec? And are employers already gaming the system?Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Metrolink was first proposed in 2001. Nearly a quarter of a century later, the diggers still haven't moved. Now, a fresh legal challenge from residents of Dartmouth Square has left the multibillion-euro project with potentially significant delays. Are their concerns justified, or is this a classic case of NIMBYism? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Conor Feehan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is an episode of our new sister podcast, Early Edition. It's in your feed this morning because -as a listener of In The News, we thought you might like enjoy it. But don't worry, you'll still find In The News in its usual spot. If you enjoy Early Edition - four of our top stories in ten minutes - please give it a follow on your podcast app.“Flying blind” and “budgeting like there's no tomorrow” – the government's management of the economy is being roundly criticised by the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.A group of Ranelagh residents have launched a legal challenge to the Metrolink project – with the potential to stall the long-awaited underground rail line.Consumer Affairs correspondent Conor Pope is urging caution in the Black Friday online shopping frenzy.The RDS has been renamed the Laya Arena in a new naming rights partnership, while a bill to rename Dublin Airport after this former Taoiseach has progressed in the Dáil.Presented by Aideen Finnegan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For more on this story Olivia Kelly, The Irish Times Dublin editor.

Dr. Paul Davis, Lecturer in Procurement at DCU

Ellen Coyne and Pat Leahy join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· As Paschal Donohoe departs for pastures new at the World Bank, will his absence weaken Government? And does Simon Harris possess the right skillset for the role of Minister for Finance? It might not matter if the qualified doctors who have run the Department of Health are anything to go by. · Paschal leaving has led to a Cabinet reshuffle with Fine Gael deputy leader Helen McEntee becoming the first woman to serve as the Minister responsible for both foreign affairs and defence. She will inherit many issues in need of urgent attention, not least the progression of the Occupied Territories Bill. · And the Oireachtas transport committee was told on Wednesday that Dublin's planned MetroLink will need about 8,000 workers for its construction. Speaking to RTÉ radio, transportation expert Brian Caulfield suggested that “something like an Olympic village” would be necessary to house workers on the project. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Emerson Newton on how the Left are agitating for a border poll when conditions are far from ideal, and Diarmaid Ferriter on why authenticity matters more than spin in politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prof Brian Caulfield, Trinity College Dublin, on the latest about the new Metrolink in Dublin.

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – Thoughts on Government shutdown, and how it will impact California, AND a man in Los Angeles surviving being hit by a Metrolink train…PLUS – The debut of Wednesday's ‘upgraded' chicken tenders - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

David Stokes, Elias Tsapelas, and Avery Frank join Zach Lawhorn to discuss: the cancellation of the St. Louis MetroLink Green Line and what bus rapid transit could mean for the city, major changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) under the One Big Beautiful Bill, and Missouri's worsening reading crisis and how other states have improved with reforms like third grade retention. Produced by Show-Me Opportunity

In Hour 1, Ryan Wrecker and Scott Jagow dive into St. Louis public transportation issues, including ongoing Metrolink challenges and the Delmar Loop trolley. They also discuss Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC, his controversial comments, and the broader debate over free speech, government intrusion, and media censorship. The conversation expands to journalism history with cases like Richard Jewell and OJ Simpson, reflections on respected journalists such as Peter Jennings and Walter Cronkite, and the evolution of the 24-hour news cycle. Scott shares personal stories from his award-winning TV news career, highlighting journalistic integrity and the importance of preserving media archives. Brief mentions include Vladimir Zelensky's comments on Donald Trump and a shocking courtroom incident involving a self-stabbing attempt after a verdict.

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Pat Leahy and Harry McGee join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics: · Fox News and its standard of journalism were highlighted during an episode of The Will Cain Show this week that featured media commentator and author Douglas Murray talking about open borders migration. During the segment Murray claimed Dublin had gone from being one of the safest cities in Europe to one of its most dangerous. His basis for this was a survey conducted by the Online Betting Guide (OLBG) entitled European Nightlife Index Casinos. In it, Dublin was ranked ninth in Europe with Birmingham, Naples and Paris placed among the most dangerous cities. · A group of 16 members of the House of Representatives have sought to exert pressure on Ireland's Government by writing to US treasury secretary Scott Bessent to request he consider adding Ireland to a list of countries boycotting Israel if the proposed Occupied Territories Bill is passed. · Billionaire businessman Dermot Desmond feels Artificial Intelligence will make Dublin's planned MetroLink obsolete and has urged the Government to shelve the €10 billion project. · And Independent ministers are not happy with the current rules around inheritance tax. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Diarmaid Ferriter and Stephen Collins on the legacy of Daniel O'Connell, Cliff Taylor on how Ireland's economy still remains suspended between Boston and Berlin, and Sonia Harris Pope on Jewish identity in Ireland at the moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

218: Trains: something you will mostly find outside! Our comedian pal Lizzy Cooperman joined us as we set up at a bustling local train station and met some locomotive commuters and enthusiasts. Guests include a young Honda employee looking for lesbian love in the desert, an aspiring pop solo artist focusing on himself right now, and a train-obsessed sober widower with a secret first name and a really inspirational life story. Recorded on 06/04/25 at the Fullerton Metrolink Station in Fullerton, California.Ride the Metrolink trains this summer please, we demand it!Go to hims.com/OUTSIDE for your personalized ED treatment options.Follow Lizzy here!: https://www.instagram.com/lizzycooperman/?hl=enThis is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Podcast But Outside via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A faceless, 7-foot shadow figure has been stalking the desolate Pine Ridge Reservation for generations, appearing on dark roads and whispering commands that drive young people to take their own lives.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: An 11-year-old boy experiences the extraterrestrial in his own back yard. *** Floating white mist, pink orbs, ghosts, and more – and they all reside in Fiddletown, California.  *** Charles E. Peck was killed instantly in a horrible 2008 Metrolink commercial train accident, but before anyone knew he was dead, his family members received 35 calls from his phone for several hours following the disaster.  *** A museum has hung a chair from the ceiling, specifically to keep people from sitting in it.  Not because they are afraid it will break – but because they are afraid the chair will kill you. *** If you spend the night amongst the dead in a graveyard, don't be surprised if something supernatural happens to you. (I Spent The Night In a Graveyard)  *** An old man regrets not obeying his wife's dying wish. (The Stubborn Piano) *** Over 200 lobotomies were performed at the Ridges Asylum – without anesthesia or an operating room.  Is it any wonder why it's now considered to be haunted?  (The Ridges Asylum) *** A Vietnam veteran has his first paranormal investigation in a Nevada town with a population of more dead souls than alive.  (Marine Protectors) *** In a quiet Virginia cemetery is a peculiar tomb that has mystified visitors for nearly two hundred years.  Who is buried there?  No one seems to know. (The Grave of the Female Stranger) *** Demons hitchhiking, reports of a mysterious entity, strange suicides… they all have been seen and experienced on a certain Indian reservation in South Dakota.  (Walking Sam)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…(Sorry, but this information has been lost over time.)SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“UFO In My Front Yard” by Blake Lacy: (link no longer available)“Haunted Fiddletown” by paranormal investigator Paul Dale Roberts: (link no longer available)“This Man Kept Calling His Loved Ones… Even Though He'd Been Dead For Hours” by Erin McCann:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/35ja28pf“The Deathly Stoop Chair of Thomas Busby”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p89pwvy“Walking Sam” by Brent Swancer: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckzeu7n“I Spent a Night In a Graveyard” by Michael McKean: (link no longer available)“The Stubborn Piano” by J. Mason Brewer: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p93vjfs“The Ridges Asylum” by Shannon E. Brown: (link no longer available)“Marine Protectors” by Pam Ennis – submitted directly to Weird Darkness“The Grave of the Female Stranger” by Orrin Grey: http://ow.ly/NkQS30mMhhZ=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: January 23, 2018EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/WalkingSam