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A new CTA program will actually take your feedback seriously The Regional Day Pass includes unlimited access to Metra, CTA trains and buses, and Pace fixed-route buses for 24 hours.
CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Metra train struck a vehicle on Friday morning. Extensive delays are expected, Metra said. The crash happened before 9 a.m. at 87th and Pulaski, Metra said. SWS train #808 ...
Chicago’s commuter rail system Metra has announced a comprehensive 2025 construction programme, focusing on station improvements, track maintenance, and signal upgrades across its network. The ...
Metra on March 18 detailed its program for the 2025 construction season, covering station, track, road crossing, bridge, and signal/communications improvement projects along the Chicagoland commuter ...
Metra considers renaming lines, changing maps for Chicago area The rail agency has released a survey to gauge public feedback on the potential changes, saying it aims to "make the system easier to ...
State Rep. Kambium “Kam” Buckner expressed “deep disappointment” in Metra’s decision to withhold the results of an internal investigation.
Metra seeks loan to speed up bridge repair The commuter rail agency is seeking $230 million from the federal Railroad Rehabilitation & Improvement Financing program to pay for replacing 17 bridges ...
As Metra lines continued to face delays Monday morning across the Chicago area, the commuter rail system issued a statement explaining what led to the disruption.
After the Regional Transportation Authority reorganized in 1983, the Commuter Rail Service Board was created. Here’s how the transit agency now known as Metra has changed since its inception.
CHICAGO — Metra has announced the purchase of new zero-emission, battery-powered trains. The Metra Board of Directors approved a contract on Wednesday to purchase the new trainsets.
Chicago, Illinois’ commuter rail network Metra has ordered eight battery-electric trains as part of two-car multiple units from Stadler in a $154m order that also includes options for another eight ...