It's the type of crime that spans nearly two centuries, back when the railroad was first built: thieves stealing cargo from ...

CBS Skywatch was over the scene about halfway between the Bellwood and Berkeley stops on the Metra Union Pacific-West line ...

IDOT recommended using the Blue Line, Pace and Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest Line to avoid traffic congestion. More ramp ...

Chicago-area transit operations will face draconian cuts to service in the next fiscal year after Illinois legislators on ...

Metra has partnered up with one of the Chicago area's most iconic summer festivals to help concertgoers ride for free.

Mike Lacson's interview with CBS News Chicago was the first time he spoke one-on-one about losing his daughter — and the pain ...

For the fifth year in a row, those traveling to Ravinia Festival can get there for free on the Metra's Union Pacific North Line. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. All you have to do ...

After years of negotiations, Union Pacific Railroad has given Metra an ultimatum: Compromise on fees to use UP tracks or face ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Just before midnight Saturday, Illinois legislators passed a record-high $55.1 billion Fiscal Year ...

(WIFR) - A record-setting $55.2 billion Illinois state budget for fiscal year 2026 reinforces plans for Rockford’s long-awaited passenger rail project. Under the new budget, state leaders say they ...