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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
CTA’s Proposed Budget Includes 25-Cent Fare Hike, No Cuts to Service Hours, Frequency
The 2018 budget raises the fare for bus rides from $2 to $2.25, and the price of ‘L’ trips from $2.25 to $2.50.
November 22, 2017
Council Passes Ride-Share Tax to Fund Transit, CTA Announces $23M in Cuts, Reforms
The ride-hailing tax represents a sensible approach to leveling the playing field for buses and trains.
November 21, 2017
Upgrades to These Six Bus Routes Would Improve Transit Citywide
The Active Transportation Alliance proposed infrastructure upgrades for six specific routes across Chicago.
November 17, 2017
