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Pace is experiencing record ridership again in 2025.
Newsby StaffFebruary 20, 2025

Chicago's Pace Hits Double-Digit Ridership Jump

In 2024, Pace’s system ridership increased by 14.6% compared to 2023, and that upward trend continues into 2025.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 29, 2025

Chicago Regional Transit Ridership Hits Post-Pandemic High

The region’s fixed-route system finished out the year with a total of 361 million rides. Adding 35 million rides over 2023 represents an increase that is equal to the annual transit ridership of Phoenix.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 18, 2024

Chicago's Pace 2025 Budget Includes More Service, No Fare Increases

In fact, 2025 will see more service on the road to meet the growing market demand from both returning and new riders.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 12, 2024

Study Finds Robust Investment Benefits Chicago Transit, Non-Transit Users

The research, led by the U.S. Department of Energy’s ANL, found a robust investment in transit service would result in a 53% increase in transit boardings in the region, with a 9% travel time savings and 11% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 17, 2024

Biz Briefs: STV, Intersection, and More

The latest in supplier/transit agency news includes partnerships in San Diego, Pennsylvania, Canada, and Chicago.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2024

Ridership Growth Growth Continues on All 3 Major Chicago Transit Systems

The latest figures represent nearly 14% year-over-year growth for all fixed routes on three service boards combined.

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Newsby StaffJune 26, 2024

Pace Marks 40 Years, Touts Ridership, Zero Emissions

In May 2024, monthly ridership was the highest since the pandemic began, with over two million trips on the system. May 2024 average weekday ridership came in at 17.9% over May 2023, with over 81,000 riders each weekday.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2024

Chicago RTA’s Board Approves Regional Day Pass Pilot Launch

The pass pilot will be launched this year on the Ventra App after the vendor completes development and testing. 

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 11, 2024

Pace Adds First Electric Paratransit Vehicle

The vehicle represents a milestone for Pace’s Project Zero plan for the transition to a zero-emissions fleet by 2040.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 1, 2024

Chicago Summit Focuses on Improving Transit Safety

The Summit gathered leaders and transit riders to explore solutions, including enhancing personal security and addressing perception of crime on transit and incorporating transit-specific strategies into social services initiatives.

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