Gov. Pritzker’s signing of the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act in December begins a new era for public transit. The law reorganizes the regional system under NITA, which replaces the RTA and takes on additional responsibilities in key areas including fare policy and service and capital planning. The initial transition will occur this year.
Use transit to celebrate Black History Month on a local level, by riding to Black-owned or Black-run businesses, events celebrating Black History Month, and Black heritage sites around the region.
Ridership across the Chicago region’s transit system continued to increase throughout 2025, finishing the year with a total of 373.5 million rides.
A government agency created by the State of Illinois to coordinate the Chicago region’s transit system, oversee its financing with transparency and accountability, and plan for a future with adequate, accessible, and equitable public transportation for the six counties of Northeastern Illinois. Learn more about the work we do...
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Learn how the RTA is making a difference for riders in communities across the Chicago region.
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