Demond Drummer

Earlier this week, even the most skeptical local reporters were in agreement that the CTA has done a solid job of getting the word out about the south Red Line reconstruction project and arranging alternative service. Since the five-month shutdown began last Sunday, South Siders quoted in the press have generally said they’re satisfied with the current arrangement, which includes free shuttles between the closed Red stations and the Green Garfield stop, as well as free ‘L’ rides from Garfield. Red Line Ambassadors at the stations have proved helpful for shepherding riders to where they need to go.