Advocates give a thumbs-up to Tom Kotarac as NITA board chair. Former aviation chief Jamie Rhee chosen as AcTINg executive director.
September 10, 2026
Current CTA board members say their farewells, approve Safe Ride Specialist and violence deescalation pilots
August 13, 2026
IDOT says Metra’s Rockford extension is still on schedule for a late 2027 debut
But the commuter railroad's executive director is doubtful that it will be possible to meet that deadline.
August 11, 2026
CTA board approved deal with IDOT to fix Blue Line slow zones, and an increase in bus lane enforcement cameras.
July 9, 2026
As new CTA board member Lily Diego-Johnson is seated, the CTA board discusses art and crime in the system
May 13, 2026
Inside CTA HQ, board discussed Revised Security Enhancement Plan. Outside, rallying bus drivers chanted “Respect us, protect us, pay us.”
It was perhaps fitting that much of the March 11 meeting of the CTA's board was held to the chanting and shouts from a rally taking place right outside.
March 11, 2026
CTA board signs off on smoke mitigation pilot, discusses public safety challenges
On Wednesday, the CTA board had its first meeting of 2026, and there were some hot topics to discuss.
January 15, 2026