Igor Studenkov
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At Transport Chicago, experts discussed creative ideas to save the region’s transit system from looming fiscal cliff
One particularly intriguing idea is congestion pricing. While that strategy is on hold in NYC, one of the panelists thinks it would work here.
At Metra meeting, riders call for through services, better service coordination
Attendees were asked about their interest in taking Metra to O’Hare International Airport, Midway Airport and the Fulton Market District.
CTA let public weigh in on RPM under the ‘L’ plans for Edgewater and Uptown
The transit agency held public meetings in Uptown and Edgewater, showcasing plans for natural areas, workout spots, plazas, and a skate park.
As Metra seeks input on long-term service improvements, the long-awaited Peterson/Ridge station opens
The railroad recently launched a survey to get a better sense of how riders use the system post-pandemic.
Northern delights: Amtrak’s new Borealis Chicago – Twin Cities service launches May 21
The Borealis will offer earlier arrival to Minneapolis-St. Paul, later departure.
Since COVID, Pace ridership has fared better on major corridors and in north, northwest suburbs than in south, west ‘burbs
The suburban bus system's top five busiest routes largely maintained their ridership rankings.
Johnson appoints one West Side pastor to CTA board, then nominates another West Side pastor for RTA board
Supporters argue that, despite his lack of transit expertise, Ira Acree’s social justice experience and political connections could be an asset for the RTA board.
Service boost means BNSF Line will get Metra’s first-ever across-the-board weekend schedule, starting April 29
In addition, Halsted Street station will get weekend service, and Downers Grove's Fairview stop will become an off-peak stop.
South Shore Line double-tracking concludes, new schedule to be unveiled in May
First day marked with delays, early arrivals
South Shore Line looks to run shuttles from Michigan City to South Bend airport
Planned EV battery plant could result in new station in New Carlisle
