On Track: A blog from NITA
Blog posts published prior to September 1, 2026 were written by the RTA and are maintained here for historical purposes.
Blog posts published prior to September 1, 2026 were written by the RTA and are maintained here for historical purposes.
Under NITA, Access — a popular fare pilot that enables Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to ride Metra at a reduced fare — expanded...
October 1, 2026
Plan
RTA announces largest Access to Transit program, bringing $11 million of bicycle and pedestrian improvements to stations throughout region
The RTA has selected 21 new projects at a total cost of $10.9 million for its Access to Transit program, making it the largest round of funding in agency his...
June 24, 2026
Move
How to take transit to summer fun in the Chicago region
Whether you’re visiting the Chicago area for the first time or looking for adventures in your own backyard, Chicagoland’s transit system is a great way to ex...
June 24, 2026
Plan
Recently completed Community Planning projects to improve mobility in Bronzeville, Sauk Village
This spring, two projects wrapped up that will make communities throughout the Chicago region more equitable, accessible, and transit-friendly, thanks to sup...
June 11, 2026
Plan
How the NITA trailer bill and 2027 state budget will impact Chicagoland transit
On May 31, 2026, the eve of the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act (Public Act 104-457) taking effect, the Illinois General Assembly passed trail...
June 11, 2026
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RTA welcomes summer 2026 interns
The RTA has welcomed its 2026 summer internship cohort. Interns will help support operations in a variety of departments including Communications, Capital Pl...
June 11, 2026
Plan
RTA adopts Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP) to improve transportation access for all
At their May meeting, the RTA Board of Directors adopted the 2026 Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP), a federally required document that identifies tr...
June 1, 2026
Plan
New Community Planning projects support better dial-a-ride coordination in DuPage County, transit-friendly development in Avondale, Oak Forest, Harvard
This spring, four new projects kicked off that will make communities throughout the Chicago region more equitable, accessible, and transit-friendly, thanks t...
May 20, 2026
Move
How to use transit to celebrate Pride Month in the Chicago region
June is Pride Month, a time to honor and celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals in the United States. The ...
May 20, 2026
Move
How to ride transit with bikes
Bicycles and transit go hand-in-hand. Whether taking the first or last leg of a transit trip on two wheels to save time, hopping on transit when your bike su...
May 13, 2026
Plan
Riders, stakeholders provide feedback on proposed 2026 Operating Budget Amendment during Transit is the Answer Coalition meeting
More than 100 riders, advocates, and other stakeholders met virtually with the RTA on April 29 for the ninth Transit is the Answer Coalition meeting and disc...
April 30, 2026
Move
How to use transit to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a celebration of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in the United States. This month p...
April 29, 2026
Plan
RTA celebrates Citizens Advisory Board in advance of transition to Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA)
The RTA hosted its final Citizens Advisory Board (RTACAB) meeting on Monday, April 27, thanking the group for its contributions before shifting focus to the ...
April 27, 2026
