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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 19, 2023

Chicago Adopts Transit-Supportive Development Plan for Red Line Extension Project

The RLE TSD Plan is a proactive effort to create a guide for the future development of the long-disinvested communities located near the RLE project area that is also reflective of the vision of those who currently reside and do business in these communities.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 5, 2023

6 Agencies Land FTA Railcar Replacement Funds

The selections represent first-time funding from the new Rail Vehicle Replacement Program, which was created to improve safety, service, and the customer experience on subways, commuter rail, and light rail systems.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 17, 2023

Illinois' RTA Adopts Strategic Plan

The plan’s vision is “Safe, reliable, accessible public transportation that connects people to opportunity, advances equity and combats climate change.”

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 17, 2023

CTA Signs Agreement with U.S. Army to Boost Employee Pool

The partnership is the latest in a series of initiatives the CTA has taken to recruit and support the veteran workforce.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 10, 2023

CTA's Bus Optimization to Provide More Consistent Service

The changes are the latest in a series of initiatives introduced in the past month in support of the Meeting the Moment: Transforming CTA’s Post-Pandemic Future Action Plan, which was unveiled in August.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 16, 2022

CTA Makes Progress on Action Plan

The latest scorecard highlights the ongoing, gradual improvement in service delivery and reliability.

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NewsNovember 16, 2022

Chicago's Budget Holds Fares Steady, Focuses on Investment

The approved spending plan advances the CTA’s “Meeting the Moment: Transforming CTA’s Post-Pandemic Future” Action Plan, a multifaceted investment plan that focuses on responding to customers’ concerns.

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NewsNovember 10, 2022

Chicago's Scorecard Shows Improved Rail Service

The enhanced scorecard shows continued progress in many areas including rail and bus service, and also reflects the need for more work in other areas.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 28, 2022

CTA Begins Seeking Contractor Qualifications for Red Line Extension

Commencing work on the RLE project is dependent on securing funding, however, by beginning this process of pre-qualifying potential contractors now will help expedite overall project development and ensure CTA maintains its timeline to begin construction as early as 2025.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 18, 2022

Chicago Transit Completes 80% of ‘Refresh & Renew’ Rail Station Improvements

Work performed as part of Refresh & Renew not only improves the customer experience, it is also an investment in CTA employees by providing a safe and comfortable transit experience

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