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CTA planned to install rear-door card readers on entire bus fleet, only did a few dozen
The plan to add rear-door Ventra readers to all 1,800-plus buses would have opened the door to universal all-door boarding. But the initiative never got off the ground.
June 23, 2020
What to do if you’re disabled and a CTA bus driver won’t let you in the front door during COVID-19
CTA drivers have every right to be concerned about their health during the pandemic, but refusing front entry to the few passengers a day who need the bus to kneel is unacceptable.
April 17, 2020
Rear bus boarding: Riders say they appreciate safer conditions and (temporary) free fares
While the program has a learning curve, and it hasn't been without snafus, customers are enjoying being able to ride for free -- that is, until rear fare card readers are installed.
April 15, 2020
The CTA is finally going to protect bus drivers and riders with rear-door boarding
The agency will also allow drivers to switch to drop-off-only mode when their buses start getting crowded.
April 9, 2020
Lightfoot endangers CTA workers and riders by stalling on pandemic safety measures
Waiving fares bus fares and requiring rear-door boarding would reduce drivers' exposure to COVID-19. And more service is needed to prevent dangerous crowding.
April 2, 2020
