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17 hurt in Chula Vista when truck broadsides trolley
Many of the injured were treated at the scene, according to the Chula Vista Fire Department, but many others were taken to local hospitals. Three people, including the truck’s driver, sustained what officials described as “major trauma.”
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Having tried the carrot, MTS brings back the stick for fare-beaters
Starting Feb. 1, 2025, riders attempting to evade fare violation will be issued a fine from $25 to $192 or more in traffic court if not cleared within 120 days, NBC 7’s Jackie Crea reports.
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Having tried the carrot, MTS brings back the stick for fare-beaters
Currently, the MTS offers someone without a valid fare the chance to buy a fare or validate one. That one ends Feb. 1.
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Free ride day Wednesday on Trolleys, buses, Coaster and Sprinter
Free Ride Day returns to San Diego on Oct. 2 and riders can enjoy free rides on the (MTS) San Diego Metropolitan Transit System and the North Country Transit District (NCTD) services.
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‘Free Ride Day' returns to San Diego. Enjoy free rides Wednesday on trolleys, buses, Coaster and Sprinter
Free Ride Day returns to San Diego on Oct. 2 and riders can enjoy free rides on the (MTS) San Diego Metropolitan Transit System and the North Country Transit District (NCTD).
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New MTS Copper Line connector trolley opens between El Cajon and Santee
The Copper Line trolley will begin transits to stations between El Cajon Transit Center and Santee Town Center on Sept. 29.
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New MTS Copper Line connector trolley set to open between El Cajon and Santee
The “Copper Line” will operate between the stations of El Cajon Transit Center and Santee Town Center, beginning at 5 a.m. on Sept. 29.
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MTS board approves Copper Line trolley between Santee and El Cajon
East County residents could have access to more reliable Trolley service this fall, with the Metropolitan Transit System’s Board of Directors Thursday approving plans for the Copper Line.
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Proposed trolley system to improve East County trolley service
Getting around the East County using public transportation could soon be easier.
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MTS safety concerns grow after stabbing at Chula Vista trolley station
Chula Vista Police arrested a suspect accused of stabbing a homeless man at a trolley station early Saturday morning. NBC 7 spoke with riders about whether they feel safe taking public transportation.
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Chula Vista police arrest stabbing, car theft suspect
A recent stabbing at a South Bay trolley station is putting MTS’ security measures in the spotlight. NBC 7’s Adonis Alright reports on March 3, 2024.
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Man arrested for allegedly stabbing sleeping homeless man at Chula Vista trolley station
A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder Saturday for allegedly stabbing a homeless man multiple times at the Palomar Trolley Station in Chula Vista.
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Get around San Diego on New Year's Eve for free on MTS buses, trolleys
The San Diego Metro Transit System will be offering free rides on New Year’s Eve.
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1 stabbed in group of juveniles fighting on MTS bus in Imperial Beach: Sheriff's Lt.
A juvenile was stabbed in the stomach Thursday during a fight involving a group of people on a San Diego Metropolitan Transit System bus.
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Man sentenced for deadly fight on MTS bus
Edward Hilbert was sentenced for killing Anthony McGaff on an MTS bus in 2022. NBC 7’s Kelvin Henry has the details.
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Probation for man who choked San Diego bus passenger to death while stopping fight
A man who caused fatal injuries to another passenger aboard an MTS bus in downtown San Diego by placing him in a chokehold was sentenced Friday to two years of probation.
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Judge orders Nathan Fletcher's assault accuser to turn over their texts, emails and messages
NBC 7’s Shellye Leggett shares why Fletcher filed the motion.
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Judge orders Nathan Fletcher's assault accuser to turn over their texts, emails and messages
A judge granted a motion forcing Grecia Figueroa, the woman suing former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher over sexual assault and harassment, to provide documentation of all written communication between her and Fletcher, including text and social media messages and emails.
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San Diego MTS rolls out its first all-electric bus routes in South Bay
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) cut the ribbon Friday on its new all-electric bus route through San Diego County’s South Bay communities. Twelve new electric buses will transport upwards of 5,000 people every day on the new Rapid Route 227 between the Otay Mesa Port of Entry and Imperial Beach.
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MTS showcases new all-electric bus routes in San Diego's South Bay
MTS is premiering new all-electric bus routes across San Diego County. NBC 7’s Joe Little explains why this is good for people living and sleeping near the bus line.