Like many other transit systems with falling ridership, the Chicago Transit Authority is awash in cash. Over a fifth of the ...

The rail system is referred to as the “L” because most of its rail lines are elevated above the city streets. On any weekday, 953,787 rides are taken on CTA (buses and the “L”). There are 1,966 buses, ...

The CTA has completed refurbishments at 44 bus turnarounds and rail stations in 2025 with plans to continue starting in the ...

Since the emergency infusion of federal funds for transit enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic started to run out, Railway ...

Taxes and tolls will rise for many Illinoisans in 2026 if Gov. JB Pritzker signs legislation to fund public transportation.

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The US Department of Transportation has just unveiled a major $2 billion grant package for bus purchases and depot upgrades ...

The Chicago Transit Authority and the Chicago Department of Transportation on Thursday invited the public to weigh in on plans to improve bus service on five busy corridors. The Bus Priority Corridor ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Chicago Transit Authority announced new efforts Thursday to keep bus drivers and passengers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting Thursday, April 9, ...

CTA Holiday Train and Bus bring festive cheer to Chicago for the 34th year, with an increased number of bus routes and charitable contributions.

A woman was hit and killed by a Chicago Transit Authority bus after slipping in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood Wednesday ...