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Newsby StaffFebruary 2, 2026

Chicago Region Transit Ridership Grows in 2025

The region’s fixed-route system finished out the year with a total of 373.5 million rides. Adding 12.3 million rides over 2024 represents an increase that is equal to the annual transit ridership of Kansas City.

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Newsby Elora HaynesDecember 19, 2025

Midwest Transit Agencies Move From Crisis Response to Long-Term Stability Planning

Transit agencies in Chicago and Milwaukee stabilize budgets, avoid major cuts, and lay the groundwork for more reliable, rider-focused service.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 13, 2025

Chicago's Metra Unveils 2026 Budget of $1.1 Billion, Includes First Fare Increase Since 2018

The agency reports no planned service cuts as it seeks public input and prepares for looming funding gaps after COVID relief ends.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2025

Chicago Agencies Detail Possible Service Cuts, Need for Action

The $770 million budget shortfall that agencies face beginning in 2026 threatens unprecedented cuts to CTA, Metra, and Pace services, the scale of which are now coming into clearer view.

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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 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 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 News/Media ReleaseMay 16, 2024

RTA Selects 8 Station Activation Projects to Improve Public Safety

Selected projects will bring activities near transit, create a welcoming environment, and help address real or perceived public safety issues.

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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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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 16, 2024

RTA, Metra, Cook County Announce Access Pilot Program

The pilot will use the same pricing as the existing reduced fare and zone structure in Metra’s 2024 budget.

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