Newsroom

There are a number of ways to keep informed about COG, its members, and programs. The Newsroom feed lists news releases and highlights as well as TPB News articles. A variety of content is also available through digital subscriptions.

For story ideas, data inquiries, and to connect with officials and subject matter experts, reporters should contact the Office of Communications. For questions about TPB News, please contact the Department of Transportation Planning.

COG's Podcast: Think Regionally

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COG's podcast, Think Regionally, raises awareness about metropolitan Washington's biggest challenges and focuses on solutions. The podcast, which is hosted by former Washington Post columnist Robert McCartney, features local government, business, and non-profit leaders talking about a variety of timely topics, including the region's economy, racial equity, transportation, housing, and climate change.

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Newsroom Archives

News Release

Transportation Planning Board approves $10.2 million to fund transportation services to improve mobility for people with disabilities and older adults

Dec 20, 2023
At its meeting today, the National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) at the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) approved funding for 23 projects that support mobility for older adults and individuals with disabilities across the region.
News Highlight

Board Chair Kate Stewart reflects on COG's work in 2023

Dec 20, 2023
Stewart highlights work on Metro, housing, and climate change and promotes new COG identity video.
News Release

Transportation Planning Board elects District of Columbia's Christina Henderson to serve as 2024 chair

Dec 20, 2023
The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) approved its slate of officers for 2024 at its monthly meeting today, electing District of Columbia Councilmember Christina Henderson to serve as TPB Chair.
News Release

WMATA budget: COG workgroup issues recommendations

Dec 19, 2023
Recommendations have been sent to area elected officials, WMATA funding agencies as region focuses on addressing system’s significant budget deficit
News Highlight

Join ACPAC to make a difference in climate and energy issues in the region

Dec 15, 2023
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is recruiting individuals to serve on its Air and Climate Public Advisory Committee (ACPAC).
News Release

COG recognizes Christian Dorsey, Penelope Gross with leadership awards

Dec 13, 2023
COG honored regional leaders at 2023 Annual Meeting.
News Highlight

Podcast: Strengthening food security for a more resilient region

Dec 11, 2023
Season 3, episode 2 of COG's podcast, Think Regionally.
News Highlight

Regional initiatives aim to build deeper understanding of homelessness

Dec 6, 2023
Leaders in metropolitan Washington are partnering on efforts to address the root causes of homelessness, with two new initiatives that leverage data to build a more comprehensive understanding of how and why people experience homelessness in the region.
News Highlight

Statement on Maryland's proposal for additional funding for Metro

Dec 6, 2023
The following is a statement by COG Board of Directors Chair Kate Stewart in response to Maryland’s updated transportation budget plan, specifically the proposal for additional funding for Metro.
TPB News

Intercity rail and bus experts share plans for service expansions, infrastructure updates

Nov 14, 2023
The Transportation Planning Board invited representatives from Amtrak, Union Station Redevelopment Corporation, American Bus Association, Maryland Department of Transportation-Maryland Transit Administration, and the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority to an October 18 Intercity Rail and Bus Travel Work Session.

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