Watchdog: CTA over-reported mileage

Oct. 18, 2012
D.C.-based watchdog group says the CTA may have collected up to $150 million in federal funds by "over-reporting" the number of miles its buses drive over the last 30 years. 

Mixed response to CTA's BRT plan

Oct. 18, 2012
A new plan for bus-only lanes could make Ashland and Western avenue buses almost as fast as CTA Red Line trains. But local business owners are worried about adding traffic congestion and losing street parking.

Bus rapid transit for Ashland, Western starts to take shape

Oct. 17, 2012
Officials clarify options for “bus rapid transit” along a 21-mile stretch linking Howard and 95th streets.

Inbound local lanes on Skyway closed

Oct. 16, 2012
A Skyway ramp near 65th and Wentworth was closed for all of Tuesday and will remain shut through Tuesday night.

Kiosk to sell greens on the Green Line

Oct. 16, 2012
Last March, Robert Lunderman received a license to peddle fruit and vegetables from the back of his truck. He is typically found parked at the corner of 63rd street and South Yale Avenue, near the 63rd Street Red Line stop.But soon, Mr. Lunderman will make the transition indoors.

Group seeks to price lanes to reduce traffic

Oct. 15, 2012
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning unveiled a proposal that called for the implementation of additional lanes on the region’s highways that they say would cut down on commute time – but at a cost.

Mayor orders parking meter deal audit

Oct. 15, 2012
In a news release Monday, Emanuel says he's ordering the audit to make sure that long-term contracts to manage the city's assets are being managed properly.

State-of-the-Smart: Maximizing Capacity with Intelligent Transportation Systems

Oct. 11, 2012
This roundtable showcases how cities around the world are proving the real potential of Intelligent Transportation Systems by implementing such technologies as congestion pricing, variable priced parking, and smartphone apps. The Chicago region has several examples of ITS, such as the Chicago Transit Authority’s bus and train trackers and the Illinois Tollway’s I-PASS electronic tolling system. Still, there is tremendous room for growth.

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