Riders on Fort Worth’s TEXRail system can soon reach more North Texas cities — thanks to a new 26-mile passenger rail line that launches later this month.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s Silver Line — which starts running on Oct. 25 — will bolster regional transportation systems by connecting with TEXRail at two stations at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, officials said. DART will pay Trinity Metro about $6 million annually for that link.

“It’s a welcome addition, no doubt,” said Chris Wallace, president and CEO of the North Texas Commission, a public-private partnership that promotes regional business and workforce development across 13 counties, including Tarrant and Dallas.

“Cities have invested years and years to make this happen. It will help keep us competitive with other r

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