DART

DART leaders say the agency is ready to transport the thousands of World Cup visitors around the region.

The union representing paratransit drivers voted this week to authorize a strike for a second time, pointing to what leaders said is "unfair treatment" by the company contracted to provide services.

Ambassadors in yellow jerseys and increased security are part of DART's World Cup plan.

Several North Texas cities have launched rideshare programs this month to supplement — or replace — public transit.

Dallas' transportation and public works director said no work will move forward without a clear funding source.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit's board chair and interim CEO said they'll focus on the future of the agency, including expansion.

As of 10 p.m. Saturday, nearly 70% of voters in Highland Park had voted "no" to staying in Dallas Area Rapid Transit. Unofficial election results show voters in Addison overwhelmingly favor staying in the regional transit system.

Addison transit center would effectively shut down if voters choose to leave DART, and the agency says it would lose $1 billion in tax contributions over the next decade if all three cities holding elections vote to leave.

Thousands of disabled North Texans rely on DART to get around. But three North Texas cities could vote to end services.

Leininger will return to the agency on May 4, just after three cities are set to hold withdrawal elections.

General counsel Gene Gamez will lead the agency while the board works on an interim leadership plan and searches for a replacement for former president and CEO Nadine Lee.

The region is bracing for masses of soccer fans as Arlington hosts nine World Cup matches.