Reviving The Night Owl

Night owl transit would help give Boston the energy of a 24/7 city, say proponents. Boston is virtually alone among major metropolises in shutting down its subways so early; New York City and Chicago have trains running all night, while Philadelphia extends its subway service to 24 hours a day with its NiteOwl bus service. Advocates also emphasize the dangers of drunk driving, and the poorer restaurant employees who need to get home after a long night serving their wealthier clientele.