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Personal Safety and Security6 March 2026East Colfax BRT project advances as RTD begins operational testing
Personal Safety and SecurityCustomer Experience2 March 2026Rain or shine, it’s easy to step up for safety
While winter weather has made a leap year over Colorado this season with a historical absence of snow and remarkably warm temperatures, RTD takes many measures to prevent ice and snowy conditions from contributing to slips and falls.
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security26 February 2026RTD Transit Police patrolling from two new substations to boost officer visibility and response
Starting tomorrow, Transit Police will be stationed from the Downtown Boulder Station and RTD Elati facility to augment districtwide patrolling across eight counties and 40 municipalities
Personal Safety and Security23 February 2026Avoiding distractions to stay safe on transit
Here’s how to get to your destination without slips and trips
Personal Safety and Security2 February 2026RTD Transit Police recognized by Boulder Police Department for immediate response in 2025 Pearl Street attack
Nine Transit Police officers recognized in pinning ceremony on Jan. 20 for assisting in aftermath of Pearl Street attack in June 2025
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security22 January 2026RTD conducted nearly 5 million fare checks on rail in 2025
Fare enforcement will continue to grow in 2026, ensuring paid customers use RTD services, promoting customer engagement with officers, and increasing fare revenue
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security5 January 2026RTD Transit Police names 2025’s Top Five achievements to progress community safety
Transit Police Department marked consistent decreases in security-related calls and reports of illicit drug activity throughout 2025 and launched its detective bureau in Q4
News ReleaseService DeliveryService DisruptionPersonal Safety and Security23 December 2025RTD January service changes include reinstating the L Line and resuming regular D and H line travel patterns
Starting Jan. 4, rail lines impacted by the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project will be restored to their regular travel patterns and select bus routes will experience minor schedule changes
Personal Safety and SecurityCustomer Experience17 December 2025Keeping systems secure to keep the region moving
How RTD’s cybersecurity team protects digital tools and platforms
Personal Safety and Security16 December 202512 days of Transit Police facts for the holidays
Check out 12 RTD Transit Police facts from 2025!
News ReleaseOutreach and EngagementService DeliveryPersonal Safety and Security16 October 2025RTD prepares for expected weekend demonstrations; staff will monitor situation for service impacts
RTD's Service Alerts, website, and app will provide the most up-to-date information about temporary detours or service disruptions
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security15 October 2025RTD Detective Bureau set to investigate crimes with today’s official launch
Transit Police Department has established protocols with police agencies across eight counties and 40 municipalities to pursue investigations occurring on RTD property
Personal Safety and Security17 September 2025Working around the clock for safe transit
RTD’s safety efforts deliver measurable results
Personal Safety and Security10 September 2025Military veterans bring skills that enhance the Transit Police
News ReleasePersonal Safety and SecurityPeople Power8 September 2025RTD selects new Deputy Chief of Transit Police Department
Sean Faris joins the RTD-PD with more than 35 years of experience
Personal Safety and Security3 September 2025RTD continues police cadet program for a second year
Transit Police cadet Nicole Mendoza shares why the program is meaningful
News ReleaseOutreach and EngagementService DisruptionPersonal Safety and Security31 August 2025August service changes start today and include adjustments for upcoming Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project
Starting today, D and H lines are experiencing route adjustments and select bus routes adjusted in Denver and Boulder
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security28 August 2025RTD sees year-over-year reports of illicit drug activity decrease for the thirteenth consecutive month
Customer reports of illicit drug activity decreased an average of 65% per month in 2025 when compared to the same period last year.- News ReleaseOutreach and EngagementService DisruptionPersonal Safety and Security28 August 2025
August service changes include adjustments for upcoming Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project
Starting Aug. 31, D and H lines will undergo route adjustments and select bus routes will be adjusted in Denver and Boulder 
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security18 August 2025RTD increases fare checks on rail system by over 500% as part of four-step security plan
Transit Police growth, increased patrols contribute to significant increase in fare enforcement across rail system
Personal Safety and Security6 August 2025How RTD’s homelessness outreach program helps keep transit running smoothly
Since establishing the program in 2022, RTD’s homelessness outreach program has grown to four coordinators who connect those experiencing homelessness with resources in support of a welcoming transit environment