Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about Rail Transit

The advocacy group Chicago Bike Grid Now led a ride to the forum. Photo: Sharon Hoyer

Mayoral candidates weigh in on transportation at Safe Streets for All forum

By Sharon Hoyer | Jan 31, 2023 | No Comments

The event was organized by a coalition of advocacy organizations committed to ensuring all Chicagoans can safely traverse the city car-free, year-round.

Lightfoot, Garcia, Vallas, Wilson, and Johnson. Photo: John Greenfield

Mayoral hopefuls weigh in on how to save the CTA, a key campaign issue

By John Greenfield | Jan 26, 2023 | No Comments

During today's mayoral candidate forum held by WCPT 820 AM at Morningstar Auditorium, transit was a major topic of conversation.

The Wilson Red and Purple line station this snowy afternoon. Photo: John Greenfield

The CTA’s winter arsenal: sleet fighters, snowplow blades, and diesel locomotives

By John Greenfield | Jan 25, 2023 | No Comments

Current staffing shortages aside, the CTA appears to generally do a pretty good job of keeping trains and buses functioning during inclement weather.

Waiting for the Red Line at the CTA's Wilson 'L' station. Photo: John Greenfield

MarySue Barrett weighs in on the state of transit: “Give me a reason to ride”

By MarySue Barrett | Jan 24, 2023 | No Comments

Attracting the workforce we need and treating riders with respect are non-negotiable starting points for improving the state of transit.

Providing input at a community meeting for the Streets for Cycling Plan 2020. Photo: John Greenfield

Equiticity study calls for residents with “lived expertise” to participate in urban planning

By Sharon Hoyer | Jan 23, 2023 | No Comments

The researchers argue that, along with planners and other experts it's equally important to consult those living in the relevant neighborhoods who use the transportation system every day.

A southbound Red Line train arrives at the Roosevelt stop yesterday. Photo: John Greenfield

CTA’s percent of fulfilled runs got even worse last month. What should be done?

By John Greenfield | Jan 20, 2023 | No Comments

Disappointingly, the December 2022 percentage of fulfilled bus and train runs was actually worse compared to November 2022.

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