More than 100 riders, advocates, and other stakeholders met virtually with the RTA on April 29 for the ninth Transit is the Answer Coalition meeting and disc...
April 30, 2026
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How to use transit to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a celebration of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in the United States. This month p...
April 29, 2026
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RTA celebrates Citizens Advisory Board in advance of transition to Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA)
The RTA hosted its final Citizens Advisory Board (RTACAB) meeting on Monday, April 27, thanking the group for its contributions before shifting focus to the ...
April 27, 2026
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How to ride transit in Chicago with kids
No matter where you’re going—whether a regular school commute, a downtown museum day, or anything in-between—transit is a great option for the whole family i...
April 21, 2026
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RTA requests input on proposed amendment to the 2026 Operating Budget
Amendment will fund priorities consistent with the NITA Act on public safety, seamless service, affordable fares, and a better rider experience Late last yea...
April 17, 2026
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How to use transit to enjoy spring in the Chicago region
Back in 1837 when Chicago officially incorporated, “Urbs in Horto” (or “City in a Garden”) was the phrase selected for the city’s budding future. Urban desig...
April 15, 2026
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RTA Board approves ADA Action Plan 2 allowing riders to apply for higher monthly Taxi and Rideshare Access Program ride cap
At the RTA Board of Directors’ March meeting, RTA staff provided an update on implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Action Plan that wa...
April 1, 2026
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RTA Community Planning program Call for Projects open now, includes new People Over Parking implementation category
The RTA Community Planning program, in partnership with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning’s (CMAP) Technical Assistance program, is now accepting ...
April 1, 2026
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How to use transit to enjoy sports in the Chicago area
Chicagoland is home to five major sporting franchises and dozens of local teams. Take the CTA, Metra, or Pace and support the athletes representing the Chica...
March 25, 2026
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Explore 2025 RTA planning projects and successes in interactive annual report
The 2026 RTA Community Planning and Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) Technical Assistance Program application opens March 30, 2026. Every year...
March 16, 2026
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How the NITA Act empowers the regional agency to prioritize capital projects based on key goals
In December 2025, Governor JB Pritzker signed the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act, a historic transit funding and reform package that will bri...
February 25, 2026
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How to use public transit to celebrate Women’s History Month in the Chicago region
March marks Women’s History Month, a time to reflect and celebrate the often-overlooked contributions of women who build up the local economy, cultural capit...
February 25, 2026
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RTA-led zoning code updates kick off in Fox Lake, Joliet
This month, two new projects that will make new development in two communities throughout the Chicago region more equitable, accessible, and transit-friendly...
February 2, 2026
