Illinois judge allows concealed carry on CTA, Metra for some license holders
A federal judge in Rockford has ruled that Illinois’ ban on carrying firearms on public transportation is unconstitutional.
A federal judge in Rockford has ruled that Illinois’ ban on carrying firearms on public transportation is unconstitutional.
CCL holders may carry firearms on CTA and Metra, judge rules
A federal judge in Rockford said guns should be allowed on public transit, ruling part of Illinois' concealed carry law that bars guns from trains and buses is unconstitutional.
A federal judge in Rockford said guns should be allowed on public transit, ruling part of Illinois' concealed carry law that bars guns from trains and buses is unconstitutional.
Chicago faces dangerous heat, air quality concerns
Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.
Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.
Amtrak train strikes vehicle in Edgebrook
Trains on the Metra Milwaukee District/North Line were halted Friday after a vehicle was struck by an Amtrak train.
Trains on the Metra Milwaukee District/North Line were halted Friday after a vehicle was struck by an Amtrak train.
Amtrak train strikes vehicle in Edgebrook, causing delays on MD-N Line
Trains on the Metra Milwaukee District/North Line were halted Friday after a vehicle was struck by an Amtrak train.
Trains on the Metra Milwaukee District/North Line were halted Friday after a vehicle was struck by an Amtrak train.
DNC protests: Arrests made at Pro-Palestinian rally outside Israeli Consulate
At least four people were handcuffed as protesters rallied outside the building that houses the Israel Consulate on Tuesday, prompting confrontations with police.
At least four people were handcuffed as protesters rallied outside the building that houses the Israel Consulate on Tuesday, prompting confrontations with police.
Metra entrance to Ogilvie Transportation Center shut down ahead of pro-Palestine rally
A protest planned for this evening outside the building that houses the Israel Consulate will impact Metra riders in the West Loop.
A protest planned for this evening outside the building that houses the Israel Consulate will impact Metra riders in the West Loop.
Chicago DNC 2024: Street closures and traffic impacts from the convention
The Democratic National Convention is shutting down several streets in downtown Chicago, disrupting the travel of locals and visitors making their way across the city.
The Democratic National Convention is shutting down several streets in downtown Chicago, disrupting the travel of locals and visitors making their way across the city.
Free rides for Chicago-area students on first day of school — what to know
Elementary and high school students in the Chicago area can ride for free on Metra, Pace, and the CTA on Monday, August 26.
Elementary and high school students in the Chicago area can ride for free on Metra, Pace, and the CTA on Monday, August 26.
Lollapalooza street closures begin in downtown Chicago
Drivers, prepare for street closures as Lollapalooza takes over Grant Park this weekend.
Drivers, prepare for street closures as Lollapalooza takes over Grant Park this weekend.
U.S. Army teams up with Metra to aid service members in career transitions
The U.S. Army and Metra have joined forces to enhance job opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life.
The U.S. Army and Metra have joined forces to enhance job opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life.
U.S. Army teams up with Metra to aid service members in career transitions
The U.S. Army and Metra have joined forces to enhance job opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life.
The U.S. Army and Metra have joined forces to enhance job opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian life.
Global software outage cancels Chicago flights, delays Metra trains
A worldwide software outage prompted flight cancelations and stalled Metra trains Friday morning at Chicago airports.
A worldwide software outage prompted flight cancelations and stalled Metra trains Friday morning at Chicago airports.
Driver fatally struck by Metra train in Ingleside identified
A man who was killed when his vehicle was struck by a commuter train Monday morning in north suburban Ingleside has been identified.
A man who was killed when his vehicle was struck by a commuter train Monday morning in north suburban Ingleside has been identified.
First look at plan to combine CTA, Metra and Pace unveiled at public hearings
Tuesday marked the first public look at efforts to combine the CTA, Metra and Pace.
Tuesday marked the first public look at efforts to combine the CTA, Metra and Pace.
Chicago-area residents weigh in on effort to combine CTA, Metra and Pace
Tuesday marked the first public look at efforts to combine the CTA, Metra and Pace.
Tuesday marked the first public look at efforts to combine the CTA, Metra and Pace.
Illinois lawmakers to discuss transit merger during first public hearing
The first public hearing for the proposed merger of three major transit companies was scheduled for Tuesday morning. Some lawmakers suggest combing CTA, Pace and Metra. The proposal also involves getting ride of the Regional Transit Authority
The first public hearing for the proposed merger of three major transit companies was scheduled for Tuesday morning. Some lawmakers suggest combing CTA, Pace and Metra. The proposal also involves getting ride of the Regional Transit Authority
Metra adds extra trains for Pride Parade on June 30
Metra announced this week that it will add trains to its Union Pacific North and Union Pacific West lines on Sunday, June 30 to accommodate attendees of Chicago's 53rd Annual Pride Parade.
Metra announced this week that it will add trains to its Union Pacific North and Union Pacific West lines on Sunday, June 30 to accommodate attendees of Chicago's 53rd Annual Pride Parade.
Metra tracks blocked by downed tree, prompting delays
A tree fell on the tracks of the Metra Milwaukee District North Line Tuesday morning, stopping trains on Chicago's Northwest Side.
A tree fell on the tracks of the Metra Milwaukee District North Line Tuesday morning, stopping trains on Chicago's Northwest Side.
Metra offering free rides to Ravinia Festival this summer
If you plan on going to Ravinia Festival this summer, Metra has an easy way for you to get to the grounds without breaking the bank.
If you plan on going to Ravinia Festival this summer, Metra has an easy way for you to get to the grounds without breaking the bank.