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Tips and Tricks for Navigating Chicago Area Public Transit
Here's some info about using transit passes, transit trackers, paired bus routes, night service, and Metra transfers that might be off your radar.
April 20, 2018
In CTA’s First-Ever TOD Plan, Too Much Parking is Proposed Adjacent to ‘L’ Stations
The CTA has embarked on a neighborhood development plan to recommend new mixed-use buildings next to its 'L' stations on the North Side.
April 18, 2018
What If We Give It Away? A Look at the Feasibility of Free or Cheaper CTA service
Some Streetsblog readers scoffed at a recent proposal for free CTA service. But making transit free, or at least cheaper for low-income Chicagoans, could have major societal benefits.
April 5, 2018
Just How Often Does the CTA Clean Its Subway Platforms?
It turns out that the platforms get deep cleanings less often than one would hope.
March 22, 2018
Youth Organization Founder Jahmal Cole Said CTA Should Be Free
"Out of all the big ideas," said Cole, "I think it should be free, and it should be extended.
March 16, 2018
CTA Using Ride-Share Fees to Add 1,000 New Security Cams, Upgrade 3,800 More
The $33 million program also includes new lighting, repairs and other improvements will enhance safety at all 146 CTA 'L' stations.
February 27, 2018
Can the CTA and Metra Learn to Play Nice?
Benefits of increased cooperation could include fare integration and an alternative to the costly Red Line extension.
February 8, 2018
We Need Better Obama Center Transit Access, Not Wider Roads
It's great that the design calls for pedestrianizing Cornell Drive, but the city plans to create more capacity than ever, which will only encourage more driving.
February 1, 2018
Mike Payne: Let’s Improve Rail Access to the Obama Center Instead of Widening Roads
The longtime Gray Line advocate spoke before the CTA board last week to propose rapid transit service on the Metra Electric line as an alternative to more asphalt.
January 17, 2018
New Year, New Infrastructure: What’s on Deck for 2018
Here are some walking, biking, and transit projects we can look forward to.
January 2, 2018
