transit_scenes

This was one of those days I wish I could relive—a day where I wanted to be everywhere at once.
The weather was my favorite kind: unpredictable and electric. Torrential rain one moment, then golden sun breaks the next, repeating every 20 minutes. These are the days photographers dream of—when the world feels alive with contrast and light.
I chased the kind of magic that only happens on days like this: the rare “backward sunset,” where the most vivid colors show up opposite the setting sun. Usually, these colors steal the show, but this day was different. No matter where I pointed my lens, the scene was pure gold.
I ended up by the lake, but part of me wishes I had stayed at Buckingham Fountain. From there, I could have caught the full spectrum of the sky, both east and west.
I never saw the sunset directly—it was hidden behind the trees and buildings—but I could feel it. One of those sunsets so surreal it seems to pause time itself.
Here’s a small sample from this magic day.
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Riding the #60 is more than just getting from point A to point B—it’s a vibe.

It starts its journey from this scenic view by Millenium Park, then winds through the vibrant heart of Little Village, serving a slice of Chicago’s culture.
Think vibrant street art, iconic city views, and the unmistakable energy of the neighborhoods it connects.
If you’re looking for an authentic CTA journey, the 60 is where it’s at.
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Picture this - You wake up and start your morning off with a ferry ride to Staten Island taking in the views of the city.

Shoutout to for going the extra mile—not just sharing my post from yesterday, but forwarding my experience with the Route 100 directly to their Bus Operations Team. Now that’s the kind of collaboration we love to see! 🙌

Too often, we see transit agencies dismiss feedback from the people who actually use the system daily. Riders and transit enthusiasts are a goldmine of insight—listening to them can make a huge difference in creating a system that truly works for everyone.

Acknowledging your riders isn’t just good PR; it’s the key to building better transit. Here’s to more agencies partnering with their riders, not against them. 🚍✨
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🚍 If a bus route could be a nemesis, mine would be the 100 in Miami.
I thought Portland’s 12-Barbur Blvd gave me trouble, but the 100 takes it to a whole new level.
This route was created as part of Miami’s Better Bus Program, replacing routes E, S, and 120. On paper, it’s a frequent service running every 7-10 minutes. In reality? It’s more like a game of hide-and-seek, with the 100 often showing up in packs—or not at all.
To curb bunching, MDT gave the 100 a short-run terminal at Haulover Beach, but this “solution” has made things worse for riders who need the extended route to Aventura Mall. Many now miss the simplicity of the S Line it replaced.
🕒 My personal experience? Watching the tracker tell me the next 100 is 82 minutes away... with another bus 85 mins away... then 92. Miami traffic is a big factor here, but there’s a solution staring us in the face: Bus-Only Lanes.
In a city as gridlocked as Miami, bus lanes could be transformative, especially for key routes like the 100. But Miami’s obsession with cars and its city layout have kept this option off the table. And let’s be honest—Collins Ave in South Beach is unlikely to see bus lanes anytime soon.
The frustration doesn’t end there. Many riders feel the Better Bus Program has complicated the system rather than improving it. There’s even a Facebook group where locals vent their dissatisfaction with the changes.
The 100 shows us how much work we still need to do to make public transit accessible, reliable, and truly better. Miami deserves a transit system that works for everyone—and we’re not there yet.
Let’s advocate for solutions like bus-only lanes, better planning, and genuine improvements to transit—because riders shouldn’t have to choose between frustration and giving up.
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Hearing about the bus operator stabbing in Seattle’s U District is shocking and sickening. But honestly, this city has a way of going from 0 to 100 in moments.
I feel for the bus operators—they’re risking their lives just to help people get where they need to go.
They’re put in this unfair position to counter all of the lawlessness that happens in the city, all without anything to protect themselves and the other riders.
When I lived in Seattle, I knew it was in rough shape. But stepping away gave me the perspective to see how bad things have truly become.
Florida Man might dominate headlines, but ‘Seattle Man’ feels like a new, unpredictable variant of chaos.
Yes, Metro needs to take action. But real change starts with Seattle’s leaders stepping up to make this city the majestic place it’s meant to be.
My condolences go out to the fallen operator and all of the transit operators out there helping us get to where we need to go.
We need to do better.

It was a cold and foggy night, with the last Christmas bus of the year spreading holiday cheer.

Sometimes buses need a vacation too.
The 9 Ashland doesn’t go on Lake Shore Drive. The stress must be getting to the 9 as it’s one of CTA’s highest ridership routes, even beating the infamous 79.
There are also plans to turn the 9 into a BRT route on Ashland.
With all of this weighing on the 9 it’s no surprise to see it taking a scenic detour.
This spot is also a terrifying place to take pictures as cars always fly down Lake Shore Drive.
However you are also rewarded with Out Of Service buses that are still sporting their route destinations from random routes in the city.
What are your thoughts on the Ashland BRT?
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