RTA - Regional Transportation Authority - Illinois

06/04/2026

In May, the RTA Board of Directors adopted the 2026 Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP) to identify goals and strategies that address transportation needs for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and people with low incomes. The 6 goals established in the HSTP include:
🗺️ Countywide coverage
📊 Conduct a Dial-A-Ride study
✅ Improve subsidy programs for paratransit
🚌 Modernize vehicle software
🏘️ Expand access to suburban jobs, health and wellness
🧑‍🏫 Enhance travel training and education

Read a full summary of the plan in our blog now:

Goal 1: Ensure countywide coverage The first goal is to ensure countywide service coverage by focusing on closing geographic gaps in service at the county…

06/02/2026

This and every month, the RTA acknowledges, celebrates, and supports Chicagoland's diverse genders and sexualities. 🏳️‍🌈

At a time when many LGBTQ+ individuals continue to face challenges across the nation, Pride serves as both a celebration and a reminder of the importance of inclusion, dignity, and belonging. We encourage everyone to support local Pride events, parades, and LGBTQ+ and Q***r businesses by taking public transit across the region this June. ❤️🚊🌈 Learn how by reading our blog: https://www.rtachicago.org/blog/2026/05/20/how-to-use-transit-to-celebrate-pride-month-in-the-chicago-region-2

06/01/2026

Today, the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act advances to the next phase, beginning a transition period that will transform public transit across the Chicago region. 🚇✨ Rider-focused improvements will begin to roll out across the system immediately as CTA, Metra, and Pace increase service this summer. This agency will continue to operate as the RTA until September 1, when terms of the new NITA Board members begin and NITA is formally established.

“Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for regional transit. This summer, riders will begin seeing the benefits of new funding through more security personnel, expanded service, improved fare programs and better customer information across the region.” – RTA Chairman, Kirk Dillard.

🗞️ Read more about the NITA Act and projected service improvements in our official press release: https://www.rtachicago.org/about-rta/press-releases/nita-act-advances-to-next-phase-transit-riders-to-see-public-safety-service-improvements-this-summer

05/28/2026

This spring, four new projects kicked off that will make communities throughout the Chicago region more equitable, accessible, and transit-friendly, thanks to support from the RTA Community Planning program. 🚉🛤️ These include:
🔸 The DuPage County Demand Response Transportation Study
🔸 Avondale Blue Line ETOD Plan
🔸 Oak Forest Metra Station Sub Area Plan
🔸 Harvard ETOD Plan

See the project scopes in our blog now:

DuPage County Demand Response Transportation Study The RTA is partnering with the DuPage County Division of Transportation to complete a Demand Response…

05/25/2026

The RTA wishes everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸 Today we are grateful for all who have served and continue to serve.

05/22/2026

CTA, Metra, and Pace reliably move you through Chicagoland no matter where you need to go. Stop spending money on gas just to sit stuck in traffic – ride transit instead.

05/21/2026

Biking and public transportation go hand in hand as efficient and sustainable methods of travel. 🚲 Our blog outlines all the rules and tips for how to ride the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra, and Pace Suburban Bus with your bikes: https://www.rtachicago.org/blog/2026/05/13/how-to-ride-transit-with-bikes

05/15/2026

With rising gas prices and busy roads across Chicagoland, transit is the smarter way to commute. Get there cheap and fast – hop on the CTA, Metra, or Pace instead.

05/14/2026

Transit is a convenient and affordable way for families to get around the Chicago area — whether it's a school trip or a day out. 🧒 With kid-friendly fares and simple access on the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra, and Pace Suburban Bus, RTA has all the info you need for riding with children. Read our blog to learn more:

Bringing children onto CTA, Metra, and Pace is simple, and with special fares for youngsters, it’s also an affordable way to travel. Fares On CTA, Metra,…

05/08/2026

Driving is getting more and more expensive, but public transit remains one of the most affordable ways to get around. Save your money for what matters. Ride transit.