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    Below is a list of news releases related to Metra.

    September 13th, 2022

    Message to Customers

    At Metra, we appreciate our customers and understand that the services we provide are essential to the Chicago region. For that reason, it… read more

    September 13th, 2022

    Major tie project to start on the UP-North Line

    Union Pacific Railroad will embark on a major tie project beginning Tuesday, Sept. 20 along a 45-mile stretch of the UP North Line between… read more

    September 2nd, 2022

    Milwaukee Avenue closing at Kilbourn for Metra bridge replacement project

    Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 7, Milwaukee Avenue will be closed at Kilbourn Avenue for the remainder of the year as part of Metra’s project… read more

    August 31st, 2022

    Last weekend for Heritage Corridor excursions

    This Saturday will be the last chance this season for Chicago area residents to use Metra’s Heritage Corridor to explore the “Rails, Trails… read more

    August 30th, 2022

    Metra adds service on its UP Northwest Line and capacity on Metra Electric for Bike the Drive

    Bike the Drive is an end of summer tradition enjoyed by thousands of Chicago area residents. This year Metra is making getting there even… read more

    August 17th, 2022

    Metra to create battery-powered locomotives

      The Metra Board of Directors today approved a first-of-its-kind plan to convert up to six of Metra’s oldest diesel… read more

    August 16th, 2022

    Metra and Pace also offering free rides for K-12 students on August 22

    Elementary and high school students from across the region will also be able to ride Metra and Pace for free on August 22, the first day of… read more

    August 12th, 2022

    Harvey Transportation Center project awarded $20M grant

      The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) yesterday announced the award of a $20 million Rebuilding American… read more

    July 28th, 2022

    Metra breaks ground on $3.8 million rehab of historic Blue Island Vermont St. Station

    State, local and Metra officials, including Blue Island Mayor Fred Bilotto, State Rep. Robert Rita, and Metra CEO/Executive Director Jim… read more

    July 20th, 2022

    Metra seeks rider input on its schedules

    Metra is asking for input from riders that will be used to craft new schedules as service is reimagined following the COVID-19 pandemic.… read more