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Red Line Shutdown Hits Drivers Hard | Washington DC News
Red Line shutdown’s hitting commuters—and drivers’ wallets—with over 50 tickets and 600 cars removed from shuttle lanes in just two weeks. Metro’s pushing for clear lanes to keep free buses running every 5-8 minutes, slashing travel time between North Bethesda and Friendship Heights to 26 minutes. The closure, set to last until September 6, is paving the way for a new mezzanine at Bethesda Station to connect with the 2027 Purple Line, plus essential track and platform upgrades. Cameras on shuttle buses now snap photos of violators, with $90 tickets guaranteed. Keep those lanes clear—or pay…
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