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Members of the Illinois House Mass Transit Committee called a public hearing Monday to hear public concerns about additional fees associated with the card, which will be introduced this summer.

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Claire Zulkey breaks down what your Ventra fees are really paying for.

President Barack Obama visited Argonne National Laboratory Friday, calling on Congress to flag oil and gas money for research that could help wean the nation’s vehicles off oil. He also addressed critical budget cuts to basic scientific research.

The Chicago Transit Authority voted Wednesday to raise the cost of public transportation for university students.The U-Pass, which allows students to ride for $.81 a day, will increase to $1.07.While that's a 32 percent increase, the CTA says it’s still the most discounted fare available.K

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