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22 RTA 0327 How to take transit to summer fun in the Chicago region

Whether you’re visiting the Chicago area for the first time or looking for adventures in your own backyard, Chicagoland’s transit system is a great way to ex...

July 1, 2025
20210604 173925 How to use transit to celebrate Pride Month in the Chicago region

June is Pride Month, a time to honor and celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals in the United States. The ...

May 28, 2025
22 RTA 0679 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, 2025
22 RTA1135 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 2, 2025
22 RTASAMPLES 068 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, 2025
22 RTA 1511 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 14, 2025
22 RTA 1186 Convert to PNG 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 26, 2025
22 RTA 1518 2 Far South Halsted Corridor Study prepares for future Pace Pulse service

An RTA Community Planning project kicked off in late 2023 as a crucial step in bringing Pace Pulse service to Chicago’s south suburbs. The Far South Halsted ...

February 19, 2025
22 RTA 0812 Why fully funding paratransit service and reduced fare programs is key to closing the transit budget gap

With transit facing a fiscal cliff in 2026, fully funding critical programs like ADA paratransit service and free and reduced fare programs is one key to clo...

February 18, 2025
22 RTA 1526 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 or supp...

January 27, 2025
221107 RTA 1567 How to use transit to get to the 2025 Chicago Auto Show 

The Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and one of the biggest annual events in the Chicago region. While it’s great fun to admire th...

January 27, 2025
E Mlz Yh5 XYAAAB9 K How to use transit to celebrate the holidays in the Chicago region

Whether you’re looking to shop at holiday markets, attend festive performances, or take in all the sights the region has to offer, riding transit is the best...

November 18, 2024
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