District Links: Metro works to get older rail cars into service; protesters briefly block demolition work at McMillan site; and more

By Chris Kain On Oct 26, 2021 Last updated Oct 26, 2021

Metro officials say they’re working to bring more of the rail system’s oldest trains into service while also developing a plan for more rigorous inspections of its newer fleet of 7000-series rail cars that are the subject of a current safety investigation.

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