CTA given 90 days to fix safety plan or lose federal funding | ChicagoLIVE
Federal transit officials have rejected the CTA’s latest safety plan, warning the agency it has 90 days to submit a stronger proposal or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds. FTA Administrator Marcus J. Molinaro said the CTA “failed to meet that expectation."
Federal transit officials have rejected the CTA’s latest safety plan, warning the agency it has 90 days to submit a stronger proposal or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds. FTA Administrator Marcus J. Molinaro said the CTA “failed to meet that expectation."
City Council passes a 2026 budget
City Council approved the so-called alternative revenue ordinance by a 29 to 19 vote. It closes a nearly 1 point $2 billion gap by legalizing video gambling terminals in bars and restaurants, selling of debt to collectors, and institute a host of new revenue items like a new cloud computing tax.
City Council approved the so-called alternative revenue ordinance by a 29 to 19 vote. It closes a nearly 1 point $2 billion gap by legalizing video gambling terminals in bars and restaurants, selling of debt to collectors, and institute a host of new revenue items like a new cloud computing tax.
Chicago City Council approves $16.7 billion alternative budget
After months of debate, jockeying and dissent, the Chicago City Council has passed a $16.7 billion budget, though not everyone is satisfied.
After months of debate, jockeying and dissent, the Chicago City Council has passed a $16.7 billion budget, though not everyone is satisfied.
Man arrested by feds after setting himself, his belongings on fire on CTA Blue Line train: police
A man was taken into federal custody Friday after setting fire to his belongings and himself aboard a CTA Blue Line train, authorities said.
A man was taken into federal custody Friday after setting fire to his belongings and himself aboard a CTA Blue Line train, authorities said.
CTA has 90 days to make a better security plan
Federal transit officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan within 90 days or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds, citing failures to meaningfully address crime on the system.
Federal transit officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan within 90 days or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds, citing failures to meaningfully address crime on the system.
Man sets himself on fire near CTA Blue Line, officials say
A man reportedly set himself on fire near the Damen Avenue stop, in the Wicker Park neighborhood.
A man reportedly set himself on fire near the Damen Avenue stop, in the Wicker Park neighborhood.
"Jake, you're going to Hawkins" Stranger Things star Jake Connelly shares casting story | ChicagoNOW
Jake Connelly's character "delightful Derek" has captured the hearts of Stranger Things fans during the final season. He joins live in studio to share his casting journey and behind the scenes stories with Jake Hamilton.
Jake Connelly's character "delightful Derek" has captured the hearts of Stranger Things fans during the final season. He joins live in studio to share his casting journey and behind the scenes stories with Jake Hamilton.
Doordashing for an engagement ring | ChicagoNOW
Bradley Cho is on a mission to save up for an engagement ring. His recent TikTok documenting his journey went viral with over 2 million likes. He joins live in studio to catch us up on his journey.
Bradley Cho is on a mission to save up for an engagement ring. His recent TikTok documenting his journey went viral with over 2 million likes. He joins live in studio to catch us up on his journey.
Feds reject revised CTA safety plan, leaving millions in federal funding in jeopardy
Federal transit officials are giving the CTA 90 days to submit a stronger safety plan or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds.
Federal transit officials are giving the CTA 90 days to submit a stronger safety plan or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds.
Increased police presence coming to CTA
You will soon see a noticeable increase in police and security across CTA buses and trains. It comes as safety on public transit remains top of mind, especially after a disturbing attack last month. Leslie Moreno is live with how this new plan works and how soon it goes into affect.
You will soon see a noticeable increase in police and security across CTA buses and trains. It comes as safety on public transit remains top of mind, especially after a disturbing attack last month. Leslie Moreno is live with how this new plan works and how soon it goes into affect.
Feds reject new CTA safety plan, leaving millions in federal funding in jeopardy
Federal officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds.
Federal officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds.
Chicagoans react to increased police on CTA: 'I know they're not doing enough'
If you take the CTA, you may notice more police officers and K-9s on the job today. It's part of a new security surge plan. Some riders, however, were unimpressed.
If you take the CTA, you may notice more police officers and K-9s on the job today. It's part of a new security surge plan. Some riders, however, were unimpressed.
CTA to boost police, K-9 presence on buses and trains starting Friday
Beginning Friday, the Chicago Transit Authority and Chicago Police Department will deploy dozens of additional officers across the CTA system as part of a new security surge.
Beginning Friday, the Chicago Transit Authority and Chicago Police Department will deploy dozens of additional officers across the CTA system as part of a new security surge.
Bears evaluating Northwest Indiana for stadium | The Chicago Report
Indiana lawmakers might be ready to roll out the red carpet today after Bears CEO Kevin Warren announced to fans -- they are looking at the northwest portion of the Hoosier state for a possible new stadium. This as talks on tax help for their Arlington Heights proposal stall. Are the Bears serious or just trying to gain leverage?
Indiana lawmakers might be ready to roll out the red carpet today after Bears CEO Kevin Warren announced to fans -- they are looking at the northwest portion of the Hoosier state for a possible new stadium. This as talks on tax help for their Arlington Heights proposal stall. Are the Bears serious or just trying to gain leverage?
House passes GOP health care bill without ACA extension | The Chicago Report
The future of Obamacare subsidies. Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider gives us the lowdown.
The future of Obamacare subsidies. Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider gives us the lowdown.
Federal jury indicts suspect in CTA burning attack, City Hall fire
A federal jury indicted a Chicago man who allegedly lit a CTA passenger on fire and set Chicago City Hall on fire three days earlier, according to officials.
A federal jury indicted a Chicago man who allegedly lit a CTA passenger on fire and set Chicago City Hall on fire three days earlier, according to officials.
Opposing Chicago alders gaining momentum with new budget proposal ahead of deadline
With a budget gap of more than $1.2 billion and a potential city government shutdown approaching, a group of Chicago alders on Thursday promoted their alternative budget plan.
With a budget gap of more than $1.2 billion and a potential city government shutdown approaching, a group of Chicago alders on Thursday promoted their alternative budget plan.
Opposing Chicago alders gaining momentum with new budget proposal ahead of deadline
With a budget gap of more than $1.2 billion and a potential city government shutdown approaching, a group of Chicago alders on Thursday promoted their alternative budget plan.
With a budget gap of more than $1.2 billion and a potential city government shutdown approaching, a group of Chicago alders on Thursday promoted their alternative budget plan.
Bally's warning: Video gambling costs | The Chicago Report
Hear part of the plans to legalize video gambling in most Chicago bars and restaurants that could help some Chicago businesses but hurt others.
Hear part of the plans to legalize video gambling in most Chicago bars and restaurants that could help some Chicago businesses but hurt others.
Chicago bag tax could jump again under alternative city budget plan
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.