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CTA expands bus services across Chicago
With nearly 30 bus routes enhanced to align with ridership trends and Chicago's transit needs, the Chicago Transit Authority showcases its commitment to providing efficient, accessible transportation.
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CTA introduces next-generation fareboxes for improved bus travel experience
The Chicago Transit Authority initiates trials for next-generation fareboxes, promising smoother transactions and enhanced operational efficiency in its bid to modernise public transit.
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Empowering Chicago’s commute: Better Streets for Buses paves the way to equitable and innovative transit
Jennifer Henry, Director of Strategic Planning and Policy at the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), sat down with Intelligent Transport’s Halimah Haque to discuss the transformative Better Streets for Buses plan, highlighting its collaborative approach, community-centric design and the integration of emerging technologies to shape the future of accessible and efficient…
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CTA and CDOT unveil first-ever Better Streets for Buses Plan
The Better Streets for Buses Plan promises to revolutionise Chicago's transit landscape, enhancing accessibility and reliability through strategic infrastructure investments and bus service improvements.
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CTA unveils new ADA-compliant faregates for enhanced accessibility
With enhanced reliability, increased height and improved durability, CTA's new and advanced ADA-compliant faregates will improve accessibility and security across its rail system by early 2024.
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FTA allocates $20 million to boost public transit in distressed communities
FTA allocates $20 million to enhance public transit in 47 distressed communities, creating job opportunities and improving accessibility for residents in low-income areas through targeted studies based on Census data.
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CTA approves $25.6 million station renovation to improve accessibility
CTA approves the $25.6 million renovation of Austin Green Line station, ensuring full accessibility for individuals with mobility devices through lift installation and other improvements.
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CTA doubles electric bus fleet to promote sustainability
In line with its commitment to achieve a 100% zero-emission bus fleet by 2040, the new electric buses are set to arrive in early 2025, offering reduced emissions and cost savings for the Chicago Transit Authority.
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CTA launches all-electric bus service in Chicago’s South Side
In line with its electrification goals, CTA's new all-electric buses will serve Chicago's Far South Side on the #63 route, promoting equity and reducing air pollution in the communities that it serves.
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The people behind the wheel: Gia Biagi’s story, Chicago Department of Transportation
For Intelligent Transport’s exclusive ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Gia Biagi, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Transportation, discusses the key challenges and achievements that she has overcome and accomplished in her career to date, and explains how her strong desire to positively impact people and their neighbourhoods inspired…
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CTA ridership rebounds with steady post-pandemic growth
CTA marks a steady post-pandemic recovery, as its ridership continues to grow, with an annual total of 243.5 million rides in 2022, an increase of over 47 million compared to the previous year.
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Chicago City Council to improve transportation safety and efficiency with new pilot programmes
Chicago's two new pilot programmes aim to enforce parking violations, reduce crashes and fatalities, as well as promote a more efficient and reliable transportation system using existing infrastructure and new technology.
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CTA approves $75.4 million to enhance accessibility at Racine Blue Line station
In line with its plan to make all rail stations fully accessible by 2038, this infrastructure project will provide CTA customers with a new lift and ADA accessible ramp from the stationhouse to the platform.
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CTA optimises bus schedule to provide more reliable service
By optimising its bus schedule, CTA aims to provide more consistent intervals between buses, reduce instances of large or inconsistent gaps in service, as well as better align services with the current available workforce.
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CDOT and CTA make Chicago Avenue’s bus only lanes permanent
By making these temporary measures permanent, CTA will be able to improve service reliability by allowing buses to travel faster and stay on schedule, making riding the bus a more reliable and attractive transport option.
