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Newsby StaffMarch 4, 2020

Metra's reverse-commute service exceeding first-year goal

While there have been some fluctuations in ridership during the first months of the test, the overall trend is very positive.

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Newsby StaffNovember 11, 2019

Metra approves $15M onboard surveillance camera contract

The contract was awarded to Railhead Corporation of Burr Ridge, Ill.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2019

Metra's proposed 2020 budget includes $480M in capital spending

Funding will make major investments in locomotives and railcars, stations, bridges, and yards.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2019

Metra will hold fares steady, budget $2.6B for capital improvements

As it does every year, the agency searched for ways to control or reduce its operating costs to head off the need for a fare increase.

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Newsby StaffAugust 7, 2019

Via expands Chicago service citywide

The company will supplement the existing transit by providing first- and last-mile connection for riders to-and-from all CTA and Metra stations.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2019

Metra, Chicago State U. to build new station on South Side of city

The project demonstrates a commitment by both institutions to provide safe and accessible transportation options and stimulate economic growth on the far southeast side of Chicago.

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Newsby StaffApril 18, 2019

Metra adds state funding for 2 new rail stations

The two stations have been planned for years, however, funding was first held up in the state’s budget woes and then cut in 2017.

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Newsby StaffApril 15, 2019

Metra launches 'COPS' safety mobile app

The app automatically disables the user’s smartphone flash to ensure discretion, and reports can be made anonymously.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2019

Current, former CEOs launch commuter rail coalition

Executive committee consists of Metra's Jim Derwinski, TriMet's Doug Kelsey, and Steven Abrams of SFRTA/Tri-Rail.

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Newsby StaffApril 10, 2019

Partnership to bring last-mile connectivity to Metra services

Tenants of an office complex will be provided a monthly Lyft pass, allowing free rides between the complex and four rail stations.

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