Chicago transit agencies warn of drastic cuts amid $770 million budget shortfall
The Regional Transportation Authority, the umbrella agency overseeing CTA, Metra, and Pace, is calling the situation potentially devastating.
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The Regional Transportation Authority, the umbrella agency overseeing CTA, Metra, and Pace, is calling the situation potentially devastating.
Officials warn that without state action, CTA, Metra, and Pace will face cuts.
The crash happened within the past half hour at 79th Street, Stony Island Avenue, and South Chicago Avenue.
The agency said the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra, and Pace suburban buses will face a $770 million budget deficit and potentially drastic service cuts next year.
Those who need to get around are hoping for the best, but preparing for the worst.
Commuters are hoping for the best, but preparing for the worst. Tara Molina reports.
Illinois lawmakers want input from the public on a proposal to create the Metropolitan Mobility Authority to replace the Regional Transportation Authority, and combine the CTA, Metra, and Pace into one agency.
Illinois lawmakers want input from the public on a proposal to create the Metropolitan Mobility Authority to replace the Regional Transportation Authority, and combine the CTA, Metra, and Pace into one agency.
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Passengers who qualify have to show their ADA Paratransit card to the driver when they board.
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All five of those hospitalized were said to be in fair condition.
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Anyone who wants to weigh in on the proposed budget can do so at the Waukegan Public Library.
Anyone who wants to weigh in on the proposed budget can do so at the Waukegan Public Library.
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Applicants interested in becoming bus operators can stop by for a brief interview.
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Some applicants could be given an offer on the spot.
They're looking to fill dozens of positions - including operators, mechanics, and more.
They're looking to fill dozens of positions - including operators, mechanics, and more.
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