The locations of the vending machines were strategically selected based on geographic analysis that highlighted areas of heightened opioid-related emergency medical responses ...
As a part of the CTA’s All Stations Accessibility Program, the agency has broken ground on the Austin Green Line station and will work to make all its rail stations fully accessible...
The lack of funding would end all weekend bus service for Pace, eliminate early morning and late evening service for Metra and force CTA to drastically cut back its rail and bus...
The deployment of the ABLE Systems is part of the Smart Streets pilot program, which aims to use camera technology to automatically enforce parking and standing violations in ...
As a part of the CTA Red and Purple Modernization Phase One Project, design plans include a pedestrian trail, dog parks, playground, fitness area, benches and flexible-use plaza...
This week's transit update includes a look at Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), Community Transit, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Chicago Transit Authority ...
This week's update features videos from the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), The Rapid, Metropolitan Tranist Authority of Harris County (Metro), Valley Metro and the California...
A look at the July news for CTA, including an update on the Ventra card, reconstruction updates for the Red and Brown lines and reporting that absenteeism rates have dropped since...
CTA is launching the frequent network, which will allow its buses to arrive every 10 minutes or sooner on 20 key bus routes, while VIA Metropolitan Transit will be increasing ...
Stage B of the Lawrence to Bryn Mawr Modernization project will see the construction of four new Red Line stations, as well as the reconstruction of a section of track structure...
The work is part of the authority’s Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Phase One Project and includes new, accessible stations, as well as improvements to deteriorated structures...
The first-time grants were awarded through FTA’s Rail Vehicle Replacement Program, which targets replacement of aging rail cars responsible for service delays and increased maintenance...
May 8, 2023
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The plan, which was adopted by the Chicago Plan Commission, will work to create a walkable, mixed-use development near train stations and major bus lines.
The agency stresses that the next couple of years are crucial if it is to avoid resorting to an operating fiscal cliff which would cut services and raise fares.
In an effort to return to pre-pandemic levels of service, the CTA has successfully completed the training and qualifying of more than 200 new rail operators and the hiring of ...
Some of the more comprehensive improvements made as part of this program include concrete repairs, removal of outdated fixtures and equipment and fixing utility and plumbing lines...
The partnership will engage in design thinking to propose innovative solutions for transforming South Michigan Avenue into an economic anchor for the south side.
The RLE Project’s Barrier Reduction Fund will provide funding to eligible individuals in the project area who are pursuing training and careers, even if they ultimately wind up...
The outreach program initially launched in January of last year but has been extended by the CTA because of the reported positive impact it has had on the community.
The new rail schedule returns rail service levels to pre-COVID-19 pandemic service levels, with some strategic adjustments to better meet current ridership patterns.
The proposal keeps fares at current levels, delivers more bus and rail service hours than provided in 2019 and fuels new and ongoing investments to either expand or modernize ...
This is the agency’s first comprehensive strategic planning effort, which will focus on system-wide needs and customer feedback to plan for the years to come.
The research found a robust investment in transit service would result in a 53 percent increase in transit boardings in the Chicago region, with nine percent travel time savings...
The partnership with ZeroEyes is part of CTA's ongoing commitment to a multi-pronged approach to combating incidents of crime on and near CTA properties.
The Red Line Extension Mainline Project brings rail service to Chicago’s far south side and includes 5.6 miles of new track and four new fully accessible rail stations.
The new Damen Green Line station fills a 1.5-mile service gap between Ashland and California stops, restoring rail service to the neighborhood for the first time since the original...
The RLE project, which will extend the Red Line 5.6 miles to the Far South Side of Chicago, Ill., is one of three projects in the U.S. that is being proposed in the 2025 federal...
Utilizing an Invest in Cook grant to conduct a Bus Priority Corridor Study, CTA and CDOT plan to examine Pulaski Road, Western Avenue, Cottage Grove Avenue, Fullerton Avenue and...
The research, in collaboration with MIT, was presented at a CTA Board meeting in May and identifies major consequences in the event the system was eliminated, including increased...
During the summer, CTA will relocate utility equipment and property demolition to make way for the new 5.6-mile RLE from 95th St. Terminal to 130th St. with four new Red Line ...
The work builds upon previous transit projects on Chicago Avenue, creating a nearly continuous 3.9 mile bus lane from Grand to Ashland and from Milwaukee Avenue to Michigan Avenue...
Overall transit crime is down six percent year to date, decreased 16 percent compared to September 2022 and violent crime is down six percent compared to April 2023.
The funding would allow the CTA, Metra and Pace to purchase and deploy state-of-the-art green technology benefiting riders and residents across four counties.
The Second Chance Program helps participants to rebuild their lives and learn the fundamental skills that can lead to solid careers in public transit and other industries while...
The new schedule enables the agency to dynamically add scheduled service to align with the growing rail operator workforce throughout the spring and summer.
Innovation Studio will allow the agency to partner with private sector entities to explore leading-edge ideas to improve system safety, develop a new solution for bus stop asset...
The steel and concrete elevated bus bridge spans the entire width of the Kennedy Expressway and serves as a bus boarding area, featuring a five-lane bus bay with a canopy, as ...
The updated system will report ridership data and revenue and identify farebox defects to help the CTA improve the efficiency of the agency's data collection.
Since launching the Meeting the Moment Action Plan in August 2022, all key performance indicators for bus and rail service have shown measurable improvement in customer satisfaction...
To support the reopening, the CTA outlined several interim safety enhancements on the Yellow Line, including reduced speeds, track cleaning, enhanced operations communications...
The Innovation Studio will allow for the creation of an internal review panel consisting of representatives from a variety of CTA departments to evaluate proposals for feasibility...
The work allows CTA to begin the final phase of construction for the project, which includes fully rebuilding the remaining two, century-old Red and Purple elevated tracks.
The budget will keep all fares at current levels, maintain the delivery of existing bus and rail services and anticipates adding more service to meet growing ridership demand....
The proposed operating budget by the CTA takes into account the operating costs of maintaining the current fare levels and accessibility to riders, as well as makes room for plans...
The campaign features a series of messages warning of the dangers of activities and complements CTA’s existing rail safety information at every rail station and in every rail ...
Overall transit crime is down 12 percent year to date, as well as a 12 percent drop compared to September 2022 and violent crime is down nine percent year to date.
Vaishnav will coordinate with the CTA, Metra, Pace, other government entities, civic partners and department staff to support regional and local planning and programs.
The final stage will feature the completion of new elevated track structure north of Belmont station and reaching the two-thirds completion point for the section of the project...
In August, overall transit crime was down 12 percent year to date and 35 percent compared to August 2022 and violent crime was down 16 percent year to date and 13 percent compared...
The opening of the chief equity and engagement officer position is a part of CTA's movement to encourage equity and diversity initiatives institutionalized across the agency.
Nearly every measure outlined for each of the five guiding pillars in the plan has been implemented, helping drive positive results for both CTA riders and employees.
According to statistics released by the Chicago Police Department, overall transit crime was down nine percent year to date and 21 percent compared to July 2022 and violent crime...
The program will invest nearly $1.1 billion in regional rail infrastructure, upgrade Chicago’s Union Station and improve performance and reduce delays while strengthening the ...
The renovation will include the addition of an elevator and other improvements to make the station fully accessible to those who use mobility devices as part of CTA’s All Stations...
As part of the $268 million project, crews will completely rebuild almost three miles of track between the LaSalle and IMD stations, demolish and begin rebuilding the Racine station...
Pace Connect is a new transit service designed to provide a first and last mile transit option during late night hours in two designated zones and is geared towards third shift...
Pace's new mobility pilot program will provide riders a new and affordable first/last mile transit option at the Rosemont Blue Line station for riders reaching the station via...
The agency has purchased 22 new, all-electric buses as part of efforts to advance its “Charging Forward” Plan, which serves as a blueprint for converting an all-electric fleet...
The RLE TSD Plan is a proactive effort to create a guide for the future development of the long-disinvested communities located near the RLE project area that is reflective of...
The new electric buses mark the latest milestone in CTA’s efforts to convert to an electrified bus fleet by 2040 as part of CTA’s “Charging Forward Plan.”
The board extended benefits of the U-Pass Program to full-time and part-time students at participating colleges and universities, as well as a new tiered-pricing structure to ...
May 12, 2023
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The new community space will be created between West Lawrence and West Ardmore avenues by removing nearly all of the century-old embankment structure and walls starting later ...
The station that has not received major upgrades in 40 years will receive improvements on elevators, curb ramps, and sidewalks to meet current ADA requirements.
Two contracts, which were part of a competitive procurement process, were awarded by the CTA and have a base term of three years, with two one-year options to extend and are not...
The month promotes the importance agencies, individuals and communities play in supporting the safe and successful reentry of people returning from incarceration.
The work will impact weekend service beginning late February through May and will help provide better service on one of the highest-ridership branches of the ‘L’ system and ensure...
The plan outlines 14 key areas of advocacy and action that were co-created with stakeholders to guide priorities in areas like funding, safety, speed and reliability.
Northern San Diego County, Calif., Coaster customers, Canadian transit riders and Chicago region transit users will be able to take advantage of new discounts, new fare options...
The station, originally constructed in 1958, is the ninth station to advance through CTA’s All Stations Accessibility Program that aims to make 100 percent of the authority’s ...
The January scorecard shows both bus and rail service reliability improved, with fewer long waits and more scheduled service delivered compared to optimized schedules.
Bueso is charged with overseeing the financial function and responsibilities of the RTA at an unprecedented inflection point for the Northeast Illinois transit system.