New York Democratic Congressman Jerry Nadler is emerging as the engine powering an increase in transit funding.  The UTU is working closely with Nadler and others in Congress who recognize how essential public transit is to America’s working families.

Nadler’s Brooklyn and lower Manhattan district is one of the most densely populated in America, and as [...]

Bob Roberts Reporting
CHICAGO (WBBM) — As disgruntled riders paraded outside the CTA’s West Loop headquarters with picket signs, the agency’s board approved a 2010 budget that holds the line on fares but threatens service cuts Feb. 7.

“I think they would prefer to go with stability over the next two years,” said CTA [...]

More hoops to jump through to get the free rides.

For immediate release
DATE: March 13, 2009
CONTACT: Diane Palmer, RTA Communications Director
Office: 312-913-3282 Cell: 312-907-6902

Seniors with reduced fare cards will be charged a reduced rate after April 1, 2009

CHICAGO – The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) is reminding seniors who have not changed their senor reduced fare cards [...]

31st Street Bus receives 3rd most comments at RTA Hearings

Bus service for 31st Street is Priority #3 for the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) , officials said Thursday at the October RTA Board meeting.

RTA’s Sr. Deputy Executive Director, Leanne Redden outlined RTA’s priorities as Chicago’s transit system faces massive budget shortfalls.

The first priority is to [...]