On Track: A blog from NITA | Northern Illinois Transit Authority

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

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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

Move How to ride transit in Chicago with kids

No matter where you’re going—whether a regular school commute, a downtown museum day, or anything in-between—transit is a great option for the whole family i...

April 21, 2026

Plan RTA requests input on proposed amendment to the 2026 Operating Budget

Amendment will fund priorities consistent with the NITA Act on public safety, seamless service, affordable fares, and a better rider experience Late last yea...

April 17, 2026

Move How to use transit to enjoy spring in the Chicago region

Back in 1837 when Chicago officially incorporated, “Urbs in Horto” (or “City in a Garden”) was the phrase selected for the city’s budding future. Urban desig...

April 15, 2026

Plan RTA Board approves ADA Action Plan 2 allowing riders to apply for higher monthly Taxi and Rideshare Access Program ride cap

At the RTA Board of Directors’ March meeting, RTA staff provided an update on implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Action Plan that wa...

April 1, 2026

Plan RTA Community Planning program Call for Projects open now, includes new People Over Parking implementation category

The RTA Community Planning program, in partnership with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning’s (CMAP) Technical Assistance program, is now accepting ...

April 1, 2026

Move How to use transit to enjoy sports in the Chicago area

Chicagoland is home to five major sporting franchises and dozens of local teams. Take the CTA, Metra, or Pace and support the athletes representing the Chica...

March 25, 2026

Plan Explore 2025 RTA planning projects and successes in interactive annual report

The 2026 RTA Community Planning and Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) Technical Assistance Program application opens March 30, 2026. Every year...

March 16, 2026