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Newsby StaffFebruary 25, 2010

Chicago transit union files complaint, lawsuit prelude

The move will prolong service cuts on bus routes and train lines as well as the layoffs that put 1,059 transit employees out of work and without health care benefits on Feb. 7.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 9, 2010

38 CTA employees return to work

The CTA recently laid off 1,057 workers and cut services because of budget issues.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 30, 2009

CTA launches online vendor database

Allows interested parties access to contract information dating back to 2003. Database contains information on more than 46,000 contracts.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 10, 2009

CTA to debut developer Web tools page

Will provide pre-packaged application program interfaces, or APIs, initially for bus and rail schedules, customer alerts and Bus Tracker. Improved data access will enable developers to create new desktop and mobile applications.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2009

CTA adopts zero tolerance policy on phones, texting

Under the new policy, the use of a personal electronic device by bus or rail personnel while operating a CTA vehicle or equipment is a dischargeable offense.

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Newsby StaffJune 11, 2009

AT&T to offer wireless in CTA subways

Installation and testing of AT&T's base equipment - comprised of amplifiers, transmitters and receivers - within the subway will take place over the next several months.

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Newsby StaffMay 13, 2009

CTA expands partnership with Zipcar

Service complements local environmental and transportation goals with its commitment to reduce vehicle miles traveled, carbon emissions and congestion in Chicago.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2009

Cricket to provide wireless infrastructure to Chicago

Company recently completed the installation and testing of its base equipment to the Chicago Transit Authority wireless infrastructure. Customers who use Cricket wireless services can now communicate throughout the red and blue line subways.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 2, 2009

Chicago Transit taps interim president

Carter steps in for Ron Huberman, who resigned to accept a position as chief executive of the Chicago Public Schools.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 7, 2009

Chicago Transit, car sharing co. debut joint smart card

Customers signing up for membership with I-GO Car Sharing will be given the option to participate in the program and link the I-GO membership to a Chicago Card Plus.

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