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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.
Let's give a hand to this month's graduating class👏🎓
We look forward to seeing all 75 graduates succeed in their new roles in the Rail Station Management, Rail Operations, Control Center, and Bus Operations departments!
We look forward to seeing all 75 graduates succeed in their new roles in the Rail Station Management, Rail Operations, Control Center, and Bus Operations departments!
February 11, 2026 at 9:48 PM
Let's give a hand to this month's graduating class👏🎓
We look forward to seeing all 75 graduates succeed in their new roles in the Rail Station Management, Rail Operations, Control Center, and Bus Operations departments!
We look forward to seeing all 75 graduates succeed in their new roles in the Rail Station Management, Rail Operations, Control Center, and Bus Operations departments!
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
When you’re ready to board, just find the matching bus stop letter on a bright red disc at the top of the bus stop pole outside the station.
February 6, 2026 at 7:55 PM
When you’re ready to board, just find the matching bus stop letter on a bright red disc at the top of the bus stop pole outside the station.
Each station has real-time bus arrivals screens inside that tell you when your bus is coming and which bus stop letter to board at, while neighborhood map posters show where the lettered stops are for all the connecting bus routes.
February 6, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Each station has real-time bus arrivals screens inside that tell you when your bus is coming and which bus stop letter to board at, while neighborhood map posters show where the lettered stops are for all the connecting bus routes.
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.
Cable car services, provided by three different companies on certain lines, continued until 1906 when both the last horse-drawn streetcars and cable cars were replaced with self-propelled electric streetcars (trolley cars).
January 28, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Cable car services, provided by three different companies on certain lines, continued until 1906 when both the last horse-drawn streetcars and cable cars were replaced with self-propelled electric streetcars (trolley cars).
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.
These solar powered screens, which display bus arrival times, also feature a text-to-speech button to keep riders with visual impairments informed.
If you see one on your ride, scan the QR code on the screen to share your thoughts and if we should add these to even more bus stops!
If you see one on your ride, scan the QR code on the screen to share your thoughts and if we should add these to even more bus stops!
January 28, 2026 at 12:52 AM
These solar powered screens, which display bus arrival times, also feature a text-to-speech button to keep riders with visual impairments informed.
If you see one on your ride, scan the QR code on the screen to share your thoughts and if we should add these to even more bus stops!
If you see one on your ride, scan the QR code on the screen to share your thoughts and if we should add these to even more bus stops!
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. 😉
CTA Acting President Nora Leerhsen was out to thank staff at the Kedzie Bus Garage, serving hot chocolate to bus operators, clerks and others in recognition of all they do to keep Chicago moving.
January 24, 2026 at 1:41 AM
CTA Acting President Nora Leerhsen was out to thank staff at the Kedzie Bus Garage, serving hot chocolate to bus operators, clerks and others in recognition of all they do to keep Chicago moving.
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.
Learn more, like how to download your own poster, here www.transitchicago.com/derrick-rose/
Derrick Rose - Campaigns - CTA
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January 23, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Learn more, like how to download your own poster, here www.transitchicago.com/derrick-rose/
🚍Iconic images from the point guard’s career have been added to the exterior of select buses across 31 routes
🔈 Riders at rail stations systemwide will hear a special message from Rose
🌹 Rail stations will display a commemorative poster celebrating this MVP and his jersey retirement
🔈 Riders at rail stations systemwide will hear a special message from Rose
🌹 Rail stations will display a commemorative poster celebrating this MVP and his jersey retirement
January 23, 2026 at 9:38 PM
🚍Iconic images from the point guard’s career have been added to the exterior of select buses across 31 routes
🔈 Riders at rail stations systemwide will hear a special message from Rose
🌹 Rail stations will display a commemorative poster celebrating this MVP and his jersey retirement
🔈 Riders at rail stations systemwide will hear a special message from Rose
🌹 Rail stations will display a commemorative poster celebrating this MVP and his jersey retirement
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 🏀🌹
If you’re traveling during severe winter weather, please be sure to dress warm and plan your trips ahead.
January 22, 2026 at 11:05 PM
If you’re traveling during severe winter weather, please be sure to dress warm and plan your trips ahead.
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/