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...
May 1, 2023
Accelerating the transition to a zero-emission regional transit system
This post is one in a series exploring the Agenda for Action and Advocacy in Transit is the Answer, the RTA’s new regional transit strategic plan. Together w...
April 20, 2023
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 desi...
April 17, 2023
Making Chicago’s transit system accessible for all
This post is one in a series exploring the Agenda for Action and Advocacy in Transit is the Answer, the RTA’s new regional transit strategic plan. Together w...
April 17, 2023
How the Chicago region’s bus and rail service is adapting to the changing needs of riders
This post is one in a series exploring the Agenda for Action and Advocacy in Transit is the Answer, the RTA’s new regional transit strategic plan. Together w...
April 6, 2023
How to use transit during the Kennedy Expressway construction
A major, multiyear construction project on the Kennedy Expressway stretching 7.5 miles from the junction with the Edens to Ohio Street threatens to leave dri...
March 23, 2023
Guest blogger Jim Derwinski, Metra CEO, shares new vision for regional rail
This guest blog was written by Metra CEO/Executive Director Jim Derwinski. Metra has a new roadmap for the next five years, one that will take the agency in ...
March 21, 2023
Project Management Oversight report highlights more than $7 billion in ongoing transit investments
Twice a year the RTA publishes a Project Management Oversight (PMO) report that details major transit investments by CTA, Metra, and Pace and fulfills our ov...
March 8, 2023
RTA planning programs bring transit-oriented development progress to Chicago suburbs
The RTA’s Local Planning team provides support and funding opportunities to municipalities and transportation agencies across the region to improve transit a...
March 8, 2023
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 to society, and in our instance, the women who...
March 3, 2023
RTA to measure capital projects on equity, climate impacts, and more
The Chicago Region is home to one of the largest transit systems in the nation with approximately 1,500 miles of track, 7,500 vehicles, 400 stations, and 70 ...
February 2, 2023
How to use transit to celebrate Black History Month in the Chicago region
Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, achievements, and diversity that are an integral part of our country, but often overlooked. The RT...
January 26, 2023
