FTA awards $16.6MM to enhance transit access nationwide
The Federal Transit Administration has awarded $16.6 million to 20 agencies nationwide to support planning projects that aim to enhance access to public transportation.
Chicago Transit Authority
CTA modernizing O’Hare line station
Work has begun on a project to modernize Chicago’s nearly 50-year-old Jefferson Park Blue Line Transit Center Terminal.
CTA debuts revamped IMD Blue Line station
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) debuted the new Illinois Medical District (IMD) Blue Line station Aug. 31 after the completion of a $23 million renovation and modernization project.
Musk’s Boring Company to develop Chicago-O’Hare line
First cars, then rockets. Now a major U.S. city will find out if Elon Musk can revolutionize rail travel.
CTA focus on hiring, promoting military veterans
In recognition of Veterans Day, the Chicago Transit Authority announced several initiatives to advance its commitment to United States military veterans.
CTA celebrates 70th anniversary
The Chicago Transit Authority celebrated its 70th anniversary Oct. 1, the date when in 1947 the public agency started as owner and operator of what is the current Chicago Transit Authority bus and ‘L’ train service.
Green light for historic modernization of Chicago’s Red and Purple lines
The Chicago Transit Authority will issue a Request for Qualifications to select a pool of contractors for its Red and Purple Modernization Program.
Chicago Transit Authority plans 70th anniversary celebration
In 2017 the Chicago Transit Authority is marking its 70th anniversary as a governmental organization when it took over operations of the city’s buses, streetcars and trains, and its role in the growth and development of Chicago.
CTA unveils plans for United Center station
Soon, fans of Chicago basketball and hockey will be able to take the train to the game.
$1B agreement for CTA’s Red and Purple Lines
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced Jan. 9 a $1 billion funding agreement for the first phase of the Red and Purple Modernization Program (RPM).