Articles filed under Transportation
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40% drop in Metra trains could come in 2027, leaders warnNov 13, 2024 8:41 pm - Metra leaders are warning of service cuts of up to 40% in 2027 if a pending “fiscal cliff” materializes.
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Lots of legroom at O’Hare’s new parking structureNov 12, 2024 10:45 am - A new parking structure at O’Hare’s Terminal 5 more than doubles he number of spaces previously available.
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CMAP, DuPage County to host traffic safety open houseNov 11, 2024 2:41 pm - DuPage County and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning will host an open house in Bensenville to discuss traffic safety issues and hear suggestions from the publi...
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Metra’s traveling tribute to veterans hard to missNov 11, 2024 1:38 pm - Metra on Monday debuted a unique locomotive honoring veterans, active duty service members and reservists that will operate throughout the system this fall and winter.
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Grab your Metra holiday train tickets — they’ll sell faster than flying reindeerNov 11, 2024 11:21 am - Tickets for Metra’s popular holiday trains go on sale at noon Monday on six lines.
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CTA shrugging off pandemic service lows; how about Metra and Pace?Nov 04, 2024 6:53 pm - The CTA is touting its comeback from COVID-19. How do Metra and Pace stack up?
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Uplifting news on flight refunds: Here’s the latest in new consumer protections for air travelersNov 03, 2024 9:00 pm - A new rule requiring airlines to give passengers automatic refunds when flights are canceled is taking off.
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What’s up at Midway? An airport refresh with a hip lounge, artwork, and small businesses mentoringOct 30, 2024 9:55 am - A new lounge and vibrant art exhibits are among the latest efforts in the makeover of Midway International Airport.
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Poll shows support for supersized Metra, CTA and Pace comboOct 23, 2024 7:33 pm - Transit advocates on Wednesday pushed for the consolidation of the Regional Transportation Authority, Metra, Pace and the CTA into one mega agency, citing a recent poll with strong support for the change.
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How much of your county’s transit sales tax dollars are going to transportation? It ranges from 3% to 100%Oct 20, 2024 9:00 pm - While some counties use all of their RTA sales tax for transportation, others channel millions into public safety.