Bears in Arlington Heights? Here?s what traveling to the proposed stadium could look like
As the Chicago Bears explore a possible move to Arlington Heights, fans are already getting a glimpse of what game day travel could look like. Fox Chicago?s Lou Canellis joined Bears season ticket holders aboard the Metra, heading to the proposed stadium site to experience the trip firsthand.
As the Chicago Bears explore a possible move to Arlington Heights, fans are already getting a glimpse of what game day travel could look like. Fox Chicago?s Lou Canellis joined Bears season ticket holders aboard the Metra, heading to the proposed stadium site to experience the trip firsthand.
Execs working to restore commuter rail service between Chicago and Rockford
A plan to restore commuter train service between Chicago and Rockford is picking up speed.
A plan to restore commuter train service between Chicago and Rockford is picking up speed.
Illinois lawmakers work on $1.5B transit bailout bill | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a big bill to save the region?s mass transit systems.
Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a big bill to save the region?s mass transit systems.
Illinois lawmakers work on $1.5B bill to bail out CTA, Metra and Pace
Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a big bill to save the region’s mass transit systems.
Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a big bill to save the region’s mass transit systems.
Illinois lawmakers work on $1.5B bill to bail out CTA, Metra and Pace
Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a big bill to save the region?s mass transit systems.
Illinois lawmakers are trying to push through a big bill to save the region?s mass transit systems.
Transit budget shortfall takes center stage as Illinois lawmakers hold fall veto session
State lawmakers are also expected to discuss the transit fiscal cliff during this veto session, which runs through the end of the month.
State lawmakers are also expected to discuss the transit fiscal cliff during this veto session, which runs through the end of the month.
Chicago transit funding tops list of priorities for state lawmakers during veto session
Lawmakers return to Springfield for their veto session aiming to pass funding to prop up the state's transit system.
Lawmakers return to Springfield for their veto session aiming to pass funding to prop up the state's transit system.
Chicago transit funding tops list of priorities for state lawmakers during veto session
State lawmakers return to Springfield this week for the fall veto session with some important outstanding issues to tackle, like transit funding, insurance, and legislation related to a new Bears stadium.
State lawmakers return to Springfield this week for the fall veto session with some important outstanding issues to tackle, like transit funding, insurance, and legislation related to a new Bears stadium.
Metra proposes at least 13% fare increase for next year in 2026 budget plan
Metra riders will likely see fare increases next year as transit agencies try to make up for lost COVID relief funds.
Metra riders will likely see fare increases next year as transit agencies try to make up for lost COVID relief funds.
Metra BNSF riders facing extensive delays during morning commute
Extensive delays are expected on the Metra BNSF line after a train struck a deer Tuesday morning.
Extensive delays are expected on the Metra BNSF line after a train struck a deer Tuesday morning.
What inspired Metra?s caf? car test? | ChicagoLIVE
Metra is rolling out a prototype caf? car this fall to enhance the rider experience and attract new passengers. Meg Thomas-Reile from Metra joins us to share what inspired the idea and how it could change commuting in Chicago.
Metra is rolling out a prototype caf? car this fall to enhance the rider experience and attract new passengers. Meg Thomas-Reile from Metra joins us to share what inspired the idea and how it could change commuting in Chicago.
Amtrak train crash in Lake Forest
A train crashed into a construction vehicle in Lake Forest this afternoon. Passengers left stranded for hours.
A train crashed into a construction vehicle in Lake Forest this afternoon. Passengers left stranded for hours.
Hinsdale police: Video captures person crawling beneath train at Metra station | ChicagoLIVE
Hinsdale police issued a safety warning after video showed a commuter crawling under a stopped Metra train at the Garfield Crossing.
Hinsdale police issued a safety warning after video showed a commuter crawling under a stopped Metra train at the Garfield Crossing.
Chicago-area commuter crawls under stopped Metra train, video shows
Police in a Chicago suburb are warning commuters about rail safety after video captured a person crawling underneath a stopped Metra train. (Credit: Hinsdale Police Department)
Police in a Chicago suburb are warning commuters about rail safety after video captured a person crawling underneath a stopped Metra train. (Credit: Hinsdale Police Department)
Metra Electric train hits pedestrian in Chicago, major delays expected
Commuters on the Metra Electric line face extensive delays Monday morning after a train hit a pedestrian near McCormick Place.
Commuters on the Metra Electric line face extensive delays Monday morning after a train hit a pedestrian near McCormick Place.
Federal appeals court approves Illinois restrictions on carrying guns on public transit
A federal appeals court approved Illinois' ban on carrying firearms on public transit, reversing a lower court ruling that found the gun restrictions passed more than a decade ago violated the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
A federal appeals court approved Illinois' ban on carrying firearms on public transit, reversing a lower court ruling that found the gun restrictions passed more than a decade ago violated the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Metra changes coming: What you need to know | ChicagoLIVE
From changing schedules to more express service, here are the Metra changes you need to know about.
From changing schedules to more express service, here are the Metra changes you need to know about.
Metra expands weekend service on 3 lines starting next month
Service on three Metra train lines will expand starting next month, including on the weekends, the agency announced.
Service on three Metra train lines will expand starting next month, including on the weekends, the agency announced.
Why suburban transit bailed out CTA, politics behind CPS budget & Grant Park plans | Paris on Politics
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we explore how politics is behind the Chicago public schools budget standoff. Then, a crisis is averted (for now) as suburban transit votes to bail out the CTA. We examine the odds of Springfield coming and rescuing CTA, Pace, and Metra. Darren Bailey got creamed by Governor Pritzker in 2022, but now he's gearing up to run again?why is this time different? Plus, what will the city's front yard, Grant Park, look like for the next 100 years? The Park District unveils new plans.
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we explore how politics is behind the Chicago public schools budget standoff. Then, a crisis is averted (for now) as suburban transit votes to bail out the CTA. We examine the odds of Springfield coming and rescuing CTA, Pace, and Metra. Darren Bailey got creamed by Governor Pritzker in 2022, but now he's gearing up to run again?why is this time different? Plus, what will the city's front yard, Grant Park, look like for the next 100 years? The Park District unveils new plans.
CTA budget crisis eased by $74M from Metra, Pace
The Chicago Transit Authority avoided immediate service cuts and fare hikes Thursday after regional transportation officials approved a plan to shift suburban transit funds to help cover the city agency’s budget shortfall.
The Chicago Transit Authority avoided immediate service cuts and fare hikes Thursday after regional transportation officials approved a plan to shift suburban transit funds to help cover the city agency’s budget shortfall.