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    Below is a list of news releases related to Metra.

    December 16th, 2016

    Commuter Spotlight: Hilary "the Muffin Lady" Verhaeghe

     A muffin can change a person’s life.  Just ask Hilary Verhaeghe, a Geneva resident who’s adopted a new identity because of a… read more

    December 9th, 2016

    Metra prepares for winter storm

    With a major winter storm on the way, Metra will mobilize all the crews and snow-fighting resources at its disposal this weekend to ensure… read more

    December 9th, 2016

    Inside Look: Operation North Pole's Holiday Train

    Every year, Metra partners with Operation North Pole and the Village of Rosemont to take children with serious illnesses and their families… read more

    November 29th, 2016

    Metra gears up for winter weather

    Metra has completed its preparations for winter weather in anticipation of a challenging snow season ahead. Some long-range forecasters,… read more

    November 23rd, 2016

    Lake Bluff Station Ticket Office to Close Dec. 8

    Due to declining on-site ticket sales at its Lake Bluff Station, Metra today announced Union Pacific (UP) will no longer staff the station… read more

    November 22nd, 2016

    Metra Employees Give Thanks

    As our commuters plan their trips to visit family and friends on Thanksgiving, Metra employees are also gearing up for the holiday. A few… read more

    November 11th, 2016

    Cubs victory celebration sets new record for Metra

    Metra experienced the busiest day in its history on Friday, Nov. 4 as Chicago Cubs fans celebrated the team’s first World Series win in… read more

    November 11th, 2016

    Honoring Metra's Veterans

    Metra employs more than 150 veterans. They come from every branch of the military and work in every department at the agency. From those… read more

    October 24th, 2016

    Metra completes rehab of Pullman station

    Metra announced today that it has completed the rehabilitation of the 111th Street/Pullman Station, including painting the new warming… read more

    October 17th, 2016

    Ventra App update streamlines use of multiple tickets on single phone

    Metra customers who use the Ventra App will now be able to display multiple tickets at the same time on a single phone as part of an update… read more