Credit: Ride sharing companies won waivers Thursday exempting drivers from fingerprint-based background check requirements. Uber had threatened to pull out of Maryland if the waiver was not granted.

Uber, Lyft avoid fingerprint requirement in Md.

Feds lift restrictions on some Metro funds

Feds: Amid improvements, major issues remain for Metro’s rail control center

Takoma-Langley transit center opens; aims to smooth commutes (Photos)

Best times to leave town to beat holiday traffic

Area road crews prep for weekend winter weather