No more free rides? Metra considers ideas to crack down on fare evasion
While Metra often seems to operate on the honors system, that may be changing in the future as the railroad adopts best practices from peer systems.
January 20, 2020
CTA, CPD promise more security on the ‘L’ in the wake of recent Red Line attacks
While crime is down systemwide, serious crime has doubled since 2015, and there have been a string of recent attacks and robberies on the Red Line.
January 9, 2020
A Chicago transit enthusiast’s look at New York City public transportation
North America's largest rapid transit system has some major advantages over the 'L', but it also has some drawbacks.
January 2, 2020
Northern suburbs gearing up to release first multimodal plan
The plan will prioritize improving pedestrian and bike connections to schools, transit, job centers, and retail.
December 19, 2019
MPC’s Toward Universal Mobility report aims to make local transit accessible for all
“We can design transportation systems that are seamless for everyone," said a disability rights advocate at the release. "The only thing that stops us if we don’t have the right people at the table.”
December 11, 2019
At the CTA’s 2020 budget hearing riders called for more off-peak and night service
People want better CTA options for commuting to non-9-to-5 jobs. Other comments covered ADA access, transit service for Lincoln Yards, and TOD by the 95th Street terminal.
November 15, 2019
Why Illinois is running an extra helping of Thanksgiving trains this year, but Michigan isn’t
The service levels on state-supported routes depend on how much money each state department of transportation is willing to pay.
November 11, 2019
With no service cuts or fare hikes, Metra’s downtown budget hearing was a no-drama affair
At the meeting, officials discussed plans to spend $1 million to add “automatic passenger counters,” add shelters with heat lamps, and debut a new type of pass.
November 5, 2019
Pace 2020 budget calls for service cuts, transit terminal improvements
Major capital improvements include new garages and rebuilding the Joliet and Harvey transit center.
October 25, 2019
Hoosier transit provider? A look at expanded transit options in northwest Indiana
Valparaiso’s South Shore Connect/Orange Line Route provides service from Valpo to the Dune Park station, while new shuttle take dunes visitors to various parts of the park.
October 15, 2019
