The transit rescue plan freezes fares, raises tolls, hikes sales taxes and diverts road funds – adding to taxpayers’ burdens.

The budget vote closes the door on a potential fare increase after the RTA walked back its 10% fare hike requirement last ...

Chicago-area sales taxes were already No. 2 in the U.S., but new taxing authority handed to the Regional Transportation ...

An influx of about $142 million in revenue derived from the state’s mass transit funding bill will prevent any cuts and allow ...

The 2026 budget makes permanent the regional day pass allowing a single, discounted 24-hour fare across CTA, Metra and Pace, as well as a program allowing paratransit users to ride for free on fixed ...

You'd be hard pressed to find a member of Chicago's Civic and Business community that isn't calling attention to Mayor ...

Chicago RTA announces no fare hikes or service cuts for transit agencies following a bill expected to be signed by Governor ...

There is a forest hidden in rural Cook County, Illinois, that seems like something out of a fairy tale – especially in light ...

CHICAGO — Illinois Democrats are proposing tax hikes that could help fund the CTA’s budget shortfall of $200 million. The Illinois General Assembly is meeting for the second time in October ...

When it comes to nature, there's more than just the lake to enjoy near Chicago. This 1,800-acre nature preserve is the ...

Elgin’s proposed budget includes a 13.2% property tax hike to help cover growing costs, capital projects, new employees.