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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2016

CTA pulls at least 1 train after report of bed bugs

In a horror-tinged post to the Chicago section of Reddit, the rider posted a "PSA" to warn commuters of an apparent bed bug or lice infestation after spotting some small, white bugs on his seat and clothing.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2016

Chicago Transit to move forward with South Side transit investment

The new 95th Street Terminal is a $280 million project that will completely rebuild the Red Line South’s busiest station to create a safer, more-efficient environment for transit riders while creating a signature statement for the South Side.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2015

Chicago completes wireless installation on Blue, Red subway lines

The network upgrade, which began in early 2015, now provides millions of Chicago subway riders a faster mobile experience throughout their commutes. The design and installation of the system created approximately 50 jobs.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 9, 2015

Houston Metro adds 6 light railcars

More than 30 additional railcars are on the way and will be here in the weeks leading up to the April opening of two new Metro rail lines. The railcars, which were part of a $153 million contract with CAF USA, were delivered eight months late.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2014

Chicago breaks gound on $203M station project

The revitalized station will serve as an economic anchor for the historic Uptown neighborhood by stimulating local business and promoting job growth.

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ArticlesMay 30, 2014

Tech Report: Kinetic energy storage system increases efficient use of rail power

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority recently completed the installation of a VYCON kinetic energy storage system at Metro’s Red Line Westlake/MacArthur Park station.

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Newsby StaffApril 22, 2014

Turbine generates energy from L.A. Metro subway airflow

It is projected that the 10-foot airflow equipment could generate more than 28,000 kWh per year – enough to power about 12 homes in California for one year, or turn out approximately $6,000 per year in electrical production.

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2013

Chicago Transit offers first look at new Red Line terminal

The $240 million reconstruction project, slated to begin in spring 2014, will create a facility that will serve as a community focal point and an anchor for economic opportunity on Chicago’s South Side.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2013

Chicago Transit awards Red Line contract

The award includes 30% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation.

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Newsby StaffApril 30, 2013

Chicago adds Red Line trip planner

Release in preparation for upcoming project that will completely rebuild the tracks and improve stations over a 10-mile stretch.

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