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

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

Invest How the NITA Act empowers the regional agency to prioritize capital projects based on key goals

In December 2025, Governor JB Pritzker signed the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act, a historic transit funding and reform package that will bri...

February 25, 2026

Move How to use public transit to celebrate Women’s History Month in the Chicago region

March marks Women’s History Month, a time to reflect and celebrate the often-overlooked contributions of women who build up the local economy, cultural capit...

February 25, 2026

Aerial shot of the Joliet Metra station next to a baseball field

Plan RTA-led zoning code updates kick off in Fox Lake, Joliet

This month, two new projects that will make new development in two communities throughout the Chicago region more equitable, accessible, and transit-friendly...

February 2, 2026

Move How to use transit to celebrate Black History Month in the Chicago region

Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, achievements, and diversity that are an integral part of our country, but often overlooked or supp...

January 27, 2026

Move How to use transit to get to the 2026 Chicago Auto Show

The Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and one of the biggest annual events in the Chicago region. While it’s great fun to admire th...

January 27, 2026