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Below is a list of news releases related to Metra.

June 27th, 2014

Officials Announce $90 Million Investment in UP West Line

Improvements to Create Jobs, Make Rail Movements More Efficient

June 25th, 2014

Metra dedicates rehabilitated Cicero Station

ork creates safe, modern facility with longer platforms and new warming house

May 22nd, 2014

Metra launches "Customize Your Commute"

Enhancements provide more timely and customized information for riders, educators, businesses and disabled passengers.

May 15th, 2014

Metra highlights need to replace critical Elgin bridge

Rep. Duckworth gets up-close look at aging structure

May 14th, 2014

Metra, UP and local officials break ground on Lombard work

Project includes pedestrian tunnel, platform canopies and related improvements

May 12th, 2014

Metra hires new chief to modernize police department

28-year decorated veteran of the Illinois State Police

May 9th, 2014

Metra team recognized for best safety practices

AAR honors Metra for safety practices second year in a row

May 5th, 2014

Flossmoor Station Renewal Gets Underway

Platform Replacement Among Upgrades to Station Facility

May 1st, 2014

Metra Gears up for Severe Weather with New Anemometers

New Tool Should Minimize Wind-related Delays on UP and BNSF Lines

April 1st, 2014

Metra Board to Meet in DuPage County

Hoping to promote greater openness and participation in the region’s public transportation planning and governance process, the Metra Board… read more