Stadler US will use ABB traction converters and batteries for the new trainsets it is building for Metra commuter rail in Chicago and for future Valley Rail passenger service between Merced and ...

The weekend before St. Patrick's Day means three parades and the annual dyeing of the Chicago River to turn it bright green.

The Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day means green will be seen all around the city — including the Chicago River. Here’s what ...

Metra Milwaukee District North line trains are stopped near Lake Forest after a freight train struck a pedestrian on Friday. Metra confirmed inbound and outbound trains are halted near Lake Forest.

Due to expected large crowds and street closures, organizers say to plan extra time to travel to these events and consider using public transportation.

Metra, a rail system serving the six-county Chicago area, is seeking public feedback on what riders think about the potential ...

Or switching the Union Pacific North Line to Metra 1 (M1)? Metra is surveying passengers about a potential rebranding to make ...

The inbound Union Pacific North Line train at the Davis Street Metra station in 2024. Thirty years after the Metra line that ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Metra is phasing out the names for some of its lines, and wants to hear from its riders. The commuter rail is phasing out the Union Pacific North, Northwest and West lines. Some new ...

Metra's plan to rename its train lines has to be done right. The public has a chance to weigh in. We'd also like to know how ...

The survey and community engagement will help Metra to understand how accessible its current system lines are and if there is a need to change line names.