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    Below is a list of news releases related to Metra.

    August 11th, 2015

    Station work complete at Racine and State

    Blue Island Branch stations get new platforms and warming shelters

    July 29th, 2015

    Repairs to Oak Park Station completed

    A $373,000 project repair to the masonry and related areas at the Oak Park Station on the Union Pacific West Line is now complete. The… read more

    July 22nd, 2015

    Former Metra Board Member named to APTA Hall of Fame

    Elonzo “Lonnie” Hill honored for his legacy at Metra and CTA

    July 20th, 2015

    Metra worker named a "rising star"

    Progressive Railroading honors manager of Metra car and engine rehab projects

    July 9th, 2015

    Metra begins work at Mayfair Station

    Project calls for new and extended platforms, new lights and new shelters

    June 29th, 2015

    Repairs to Waukegan Station set to start

    Project includes work on roof, ceiling, floor, ramps and vestibules

    June 26th, 2015

    Newly rebuilt Flossmoor Station dedicated

    Upgrades include new platform, warming house, stairs and ramps

    May 7th, 2015

    Metra recognized for safety practices

    Safety newsletter earns third consecutive honor from railroad association

    May 6th, 2015

    First half of new Ravenswood Station to open May 10

    UP North trains to use a single track in the area this weekend so work can be completed

    April 16th, 2015

    Metra to adopt major safety reporting system

    Labor and management work with FRA to bolster train safety