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    Below is a list of news releases related to Metra.

    September 15th, 2015

    Metra 2016 budget process includes cost-cutting

    As part of its efforts to reduce costs and hold the line on spending, Metra today announced savings and efficiencies totaling $5.7 million… read more

    September 10th, 2015

    Metra Steps Up Rail Safety Enforcement

    Enforcement details, safety blitzes and rail car signage planned for Illinois Rail Safety Week

    August 26th, 2015

    Metra moves forward with major rehab for Homewood Station

    The Metra Board of Directors today approved an $585,000 amendment to the agency’s 2015 capital program to fund design for a rehabilitation… read more

    August 18th, 2015

    Metra installing free charging stations

    Electrical outlets will be available at four of Metra’s downtown stations

    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