Igor Studenkov
Recent Posts
Metra to Reopen A Closed Station Entrance in Hyde Park, Make Chicago State University a Scheduled Stop
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Good news for Metra Electric riders and residents along the line: Two stations are becoming an accessible, and a closed entrance is going to be reopened.
Metra Plans to Add Real-Time Arrival Displays at up to 10 Stations Next Spring
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The screens will help clear up confusion at stations served by multiple train lines.
Taking the Pulse of Pulse, Pace’s Milwaukee Express Bus Route
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The new corridor's launch had a few rough spots, but it's still a nice upgrade for Northwest Side commuters.
In Some Cases Eliminating Bus Stops May Actually Slow Down Express Service
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Urban planners discussed the art and science of determining optimum CTA and Pace bus stop spacing at the Transport Chicago conference.
An Update on Chicago Scooter Injuries During the first 2 Weeks of the Pilot
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There have been at least 21 injury crashes, or about one case per 5,714 trips, a similar rate as in Austin, Texas.
Cook County, Metra Consider Reducing Fares, Increasing Service on South Side Lines
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Officials are seriously considering an idea that advocates have proposed for years: More frequent service on South Side and south-suburban Metra, cheaper fares, and free transfers to CTA.
Far South Advocate Deloris Lucas Calls for a Divvy Community Benefit Agreement
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As the bike-share system prepares to expand citywide, Lucas wants to be sure that there will be auxiliary benefits for Far South Side residents.
Metra Is Trying Several New Strategies to Lure Weekend Riders
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In response to survey results that show riders want more, later, and faster service on weekends, Metra is adding more runs and other incentives for weekend ridership.
New Law Puts South Shore Line’s Governing Board Under Indiana Governor’s Full Control
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Illinois already had little influence over South Shore Line policy, and this change takes power over the the railroad away from the Indiana counties it runs through.
Transit Officials, Mayors, Business Leaders Urge State to Provide Steady Capital Funding
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Transit leaders hope to convince Springfield legislators to allocate $2-3 billion a year over the next decade.
Metra Considers a New Policy for Adding Infill Stations, Closing Low-Ridership Stops
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While high-ridership lines could get new stops, the elimination of underperforming stations could further reduce transit access on the South Side.
Hearing for Motorcyclist Charged With Assaulting Cyclists Pushed Back to May
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Zachary Konecki was charged with aggravated assault for allegedly groping a female cyclist and punching out her husband last September.