COTA

Surveillance footage shows driver Jaleel Palmer walking up to a man outside of a bus, punching him in the head from behind, and then kicking him in the head as he laid on the ground.

A shortage of bus drivers is forcing the Central Ohio Transit Authority to make more cuts to its service to its weekend service.

Riders can hear about potential changes, provide feedback and ask questions at public hearings at 6 p.m. Thursday and noon Tuesday.

COTA's proposed .5% sales tax increase will not be on the ballot this November.

A driver shortage at the Central Ohio Transit Authority will likely lead to route changes this year. While working to increase recruitment efforts, COTA is also seeking to make its income assistance pilot program permanent.

COTA will launch a new Summer Student Pass Program that provides discounted fees for any student.

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) will no longer require masks on any of its transit vehicles or facilities. The move announced on Tuesday morning takes effect immediately.

Small statues of Jerrie Mock, the first woman to fly solo around the world are given to each winner of the each Spirit of Columbus Award winner.

The Central Ohio Transit Authority wants to put a sales tax increase before voters, possibly as early as November. COTA said the money raised would go toward a $6 billion rapid transit system.

COTA bus riders receiving public income assistance will soon be able to ride for only 50% of the fare.