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· Dec 30
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station will temporarily close starting Monday, January 5, 2026.
Crews will work to replace one of the oldest stations on the CTA rail system with a modern facility designed to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for all riders.
Crews will work to replace one of the oldest stations on the CTA rail system with a modern facility designed to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for all riders.
Chicago Cubs legend, Ernie Banks (nicknamed Mr. Cub) was a CTA board member from 1969 to 1981.
He was still an active Cubs player when he joined the CTA Board. #BlackHistoryMonth
He was still an active Cubs player when he joined the CTA Board. #BlackHistoryMonth
February 9, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Chicago Cubs legend, Ernie Banks (nicknamed Mr. Cub) was a CTA board member from 1969 to 1981.
He was still an active Cubs player when he joined the CTA Board. #BlackHistoryMonth
He was still an active Cubs player when he joined the CTA Board. #BlackHistoryMonth
Our new bus connection enhancements at the Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr stations now make your trip easier!
February 6, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Our new bus connection enhancements at the Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr stations now make your trip easier!
friendly reminder that post 5 pm sunsets are officially back 🌆
February 5, 2026 at 11:04 PM
friendly reminder that post 5 pm sunsets are officially back 🌆
In 1974, Mary Wallace made history as the first woman to drive a CTA bus.
The Englewood native remained on the job for 33 years before retiring. #BlackHistoryMonth
The Englewood native remained on the job for 33 years before retiring. #BlackHistoryMonth
February 3, 2026 at 5:10 PM
In 1974, Mary Wallace made history as the first woman to drive a CTA bus.
The Englewood native remained on the job for 33 years before retiring. #BlackHistoryMonth
The Englewood native remained on the job for 33 years before retiring. #BlackHistoryMonth
The real reason why the groundhog wanted six more weeks of winter is because he loves the heat lamps.
February 2, 2026 at 5:08 PM
The real reason why the groundhog wanted six more weeks of winter is because he loves the heat lamps.
Our new 55-inch digital screens at the Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn, and Bryn Mawr stations provide riders with real-time service information so they can make informed travel choices without breaking stride.
January 30, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Our new 55-inch digital screens at the Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn, and Bryn Mawr stations provide riders with real-time service information so they can make informed travel choices without breaking stride.
The first cable car service in Chicago began on this day in 1882.
Before cable cars, streetcars were generally pulled by horses.
Before cable cars, streetcars were generally pulled by horses.
January 28, 2026 at 9:04 PM
The first cable car service in Chicago began on this day in 1882.
Before cable cars, streetcars were generally pulled by horses.
Before cable cars, streetcars were generally pulled by horses.
Our crews have installed e-paper screens that we are piloting at 17 bus stops across Chicago!
And with a little movie magic, this talented crew puts one together in under 60 seconds. 😉
And with a little movie magic, this talented crew puts one together in under 60 seconds. 😉
January 28, 2026 at 12:52 AM
Our crews have installed e-paper screens that we are piloting at 17 bus stops across Chicago!
And with a little movie magic, this talented crew puts one together in under 60 seconds. 😉
And with a little movie magic, this talented crew puts one together in under 60 seconds. 😉
Today, we feel deep gratitude for the dedicated CTA employees across the Chicago region who made sure our riders got to where they needed to go despite the frigid temperatures.
January 24, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Today, we feel deep gratitude for the dedicated CTA employees across the Chicago region who made sure our riders got to where they needed to go despite the frigid temperatures.
We’ve teamed up with the Chicago Bulls to celebrate the jersey retirement of the No.1 and only, Derrick Rose 🏀🌹
January 23, 2026 at 9:38 PM
We’ve teamed up with the Chicago Bulls to celebrate the jersey retirement of the No.1 and only, Derrick Rose 🏀🌹
During severe winter weather, our No. 1 goal is to keep service operating as safely and as close to schedule as possible.
To meet that goal, our staff receives extensive training on winter-specific issues and equipment is thoroughly tested and prepared to ensure it’s ready for the winter.
To meet that goal, our staff receives extensive training on winter-specific issues and equipment is thoroughly tested and prepared to ensure it’s ready for the winter.
January 22, 2026 at 11:05 PM
During severe winter weather, our No. 1 goal is to keep service operating as safely and as close to schedule as possible.
To meet that goal, our staff receives extensive training on winter-specific issues and equipment is thoroughly tested and prepared to ensure it’s ready for the winter.
To meet that goal, our staff receives extensive training on winter-specific issues and equipment is thoroughly tested and prepared to ensure it’s ready for the winter.
Your next stop- a career with CTA
Arlana's career began as a Bus Operator and has evolved to her current role as the Senior Advisor of Strategic Initiatives.
Start your career with us today transitchicago.com/careers
Arlana's career began as a Bus Operator and has evolved to her current role as the Senior Advisor of Strategic Initiatives.
Start your career with us today transitchicago.com/careers
January 21, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Your next stop- a career with CTA
Arlana's career began as a Bus Operator and has evolved to her current role as the Senior Advisor of Strategic Initiatives.
Start your career with us today transitchicago.com/careers
Arlana's career began as a Bus Operator and has evolved to her current role as the Senior Advisor of Strategic Initiatives.
Start your career with us today transitchicago.com/careers
Zoom into the football 🐻⬇️
January 17, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Zoom into the football 🐻⬇️
We've teamed up with the Chicago Bulls to celebrate the jersey retirement of Derrick Rose with a limited-edition Ventra card🏀
The $5 card featuring Rose's No. 1 banner is available for purchase today at www.ventrachicago.com/purchase/
The $5 card featuring Rose's No. 1 banner is available for purchase today at www.ventrachicago.com/purchase/
January 16, 2026 at 9:02 PM
We've teamed up with the Chicago Bulls to celebrate the jersey retirement of Derrick Rose with a limited-edition Ventra card🏀
The $5 card featuring Rose's No. 1 banner is available for purchase today at www.ventrachicago.com/purchase/
The $5 card featuring Rose's No. 1 banner is available for purchase today at www.ventrachicago.com/purchase/
We're celebrating our first graduating class of 2026 🎓
Congratulations to all 81 graduates who are now ready to take on their roles in the Bus Operations, Bus Maintenance, Rail Maintenance, Rail Operations and Rail Station Management departments!
Congratulations to all 81 graduates who are now ready to take on their roles in the Bus Operations, Bus Maintenance, Rail Maintenance, Rail Operations and Rail Station Management departments!
January 15, 2026 at 9:28 PM
We're celebrating our first graduating class of 2026 🎓
Congratulations to all 81 graduates who are now ready to take on their roles in the Bus Operations, Bus Maintenance, Rail Maintenance, Rail Operations and Rail Station Management departments!
Congratulations to all 81 graduates who are now ready to take on their roles in the Bus Operations, Bus Maintenance, Rail Maintenance, Rail Operations and Rail Station Management departments!
At the CTA, we thank our riders and employees for your tremendous support and feedback in 2025, and we are laser-focused on providing you with a great travel experience in 2026.
January 9, 2026 at 11:20 PM
At the CTA, we thank our riders and employees for your tremendous support and feedback in 2025, and we are laser-focused on providing you with a great travel experience in 2026.
Thanks for riding with us in 2025!
Next stop: 2026 🎉
Next stop: 2026 🎉
January 7, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Thanks for riding with us in 2025!
Next stop: 2026 🎉
Next stop: 2026 🎉
Our 2026 Historical Calendar is here!
Keep track of the now with a bit of Chicago transit history.
www.transitchicago.com/historicalca...
Keep track of the now with a bit of Chicago transit history.
www.transitchicago.com/historicalca...
January 7, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Our 2026 Historical Calendar is here!
Keep track of the now with a bit of Chicago transit history.
www.transitchicago.com/historicalca...
Keep track of the now with a bit of Chicago transit history.
www.transitchicago.com/historicalca...
This isn't goodbye. It's "see you later."
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station is closed for reconstruction.
Learn more about the project: statelakestation.com
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station is closed for reconstruction.
Learn more about the project: statelakestation.com
January 6, 2026 at 1:33 AM
This isn't goodbye. It's "see you later."
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station is closed for reconstruction.
Learn more about the project: statelakestation.com
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station is closed for reconstruction.
Learn more about the project: statelakestation.com
Effective with the start of service Monday, January 5, the elevated State/Lake station will close for reconstruction.
Riders will still have easy access from the Red Line to the elevated lines.
Riders will still have easy access from the Red Line to the elevated lines.
January 2, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Effective with the start of service Monday, January 5, the elevated State/Lake station will close for reconstruction.
Riders will still have easy access from the Red Line to the elevated lines.
Riders will still have easy access from the Red Line to the elevated lines.
Happy New Year! Thank you to the thousands of people who chose CTA last evening. We were proud to be a part of your New Year’s celebrations. And thank you to all the CTA employees who made it happen.
January 1, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Happy New Year! Thank you to the thousands of people who chose CTA last evening. We were proud to be a part of your New Year’s celebrations. And thank you to all the CTA employees who made it happen.
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station will temporarily close starting Monday, January 5, 2026.
Crews will work to replace one of the oldest stations on the CTA rail system with a modern facility designed to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for all riders.
Crews will work to replace one of the oldest stations on the CTA rail system with a modern facility designed to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for all riders.
December 30, 2025 at 11:49 PM
The State/Lake Loop Elevated station will temporarily close starting Monday, January 5, 2026.
Crews will work to replace one of the oldest stations on the CTA rail system with a modern facility designed to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for all riders.
Crews will work to replace one of the oldest stations on the CTA rail system with a modern facility designed to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for all riders.
Our trains and buses are the best and most affordable ways to get to the Chicago Riverwalk Fireworks and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve celebration in downtown Chicago ✨
December 29, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Our trains and buses are the best and most affordable ways to get to the Chicago Riverwalk Fireworks and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve celebration in downtown Chicago ✨