As the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) unveils its $2 billion budget for 2024, the focus remains on drawing back riders and addressing employee shortages. However, questions surrounding post-pandemic finances and service expansion loom large for the future of public transit in Chicago.

Metra, the Chicago-based rail system, receives a record-breaking $169.3 million grant for the acquisition of environmentally friendly, battery-powered trainsets, marking a significant move towards a more sustainable future in public transportation.

Customs officials discover 15 pounds of raw goat organs, mystery meat in luggage at Chicago's O'Hare Airport. Travelers from Congo ignored regulations, potentially threatening US food supply and environment.

As the witching hour of Halloween approaches, it is crucial to prioritize safety amidst the revelry by ensuring sober driving and responsible behavior. This call to action encourages individuals to pre-plan transportation and report any instances of impaired driving, so as to keep the frights on the streets and not behind the wheel.

A beloved holiday event returns as the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train makes its way across North America, arriving in Chicago and Wisconsin with dazzling light displays and live music performances.

The Evanston Land Use Commission approved Northwestern University's Ryan Field rebuild proposal but denied a zoning recommendation that would allow the university to host concerts and other revenue-generating events. As the fate of the project now rests with the Evanston City Council, the university's insistence on including concerts to finance the rebuild remains a contentious issue.

As the citizens of Aurora adjust to the changing traffic flow on Broadway Avenue during the water main installation, this article takes a closer look at the impact on the community and the future benefits of this project.

Metra, Chicago's suburban commuter railroad, has officially proposed a new fare structure which eliminates the 10-ride pass and reduces fare zones from 10 to four while discontinuing promotional passes, in response to changing commuter habits after the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the $2.1 billion Red and Purple Line modernization project progresses, CTA riders can expect service disruptions this fall.

Chicago's 11th Ward hosted a catalytic converter etching event last week to help residents protect their property and deter potential thefts.

Chicago Marathon street closures and transit service changes are underway as the city prepares for the 45th annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 8, 2023.

CTA Blue Line's Forest Park Branch, a crucial route in Chicago's public transport system, faces temporary closures this weekend as construction continues, with an earnest anticipation of its revitalization.

In Aurora, Illinois, Montgomery Road is closed at Normantown Road for railroad crossing work, causing unexpected detours and potential delays for commuters.