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    Feb 20, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  1. Metra boss apologizes for BNSF delays

    In a statement to customers this evening, the head of Metra apologized for delays that have plagued riders on the BNSF line in recent days.
    Tribune reporter
    In a statement to customers this evening, the head of Metra apologized for delays that have plagued riders on the BNSF line in recent days. Customers should be assured “that we take them seriously and are working with BNSF Railway to address&...
    2. Feb 15, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  2. Frayed cable blamed for Metra train doors being stuck open

    Commuters on Metra's Burlington Northern Sante Fe line were delayed at least an hour and a half this morning when doors on their train failed to close and they were transferred to another train, officials said.
    Commuters on Metra's Burlington Northern Sante Fe line were delayed at least an hour and a half this morning when doors on their train failed to close and they were transferred to another train, officials said. Train 1252, scheduled to arrive Chicago...
    3. Feb 13, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  3. Downers Grove continues shuttle service

    Downers Grove officials reached an agreement with Pace to continue operating the Grove Commuter Shuttle throughout the village in 2013.
    Downers Grove officials reached an agreement with Pace to continue operating the Grove Commuter Shuttle throughout the village in 2013. Village officials voted to approve terms in which Pace and fare box revenues would cover the operating costs of the...

    Tags: Budgets and Budgeting

    4. Feb 13, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  4. CTA approves purchase of 8 more aisle-facing rail cars

    If 706 rail cars with center-facing seats are 706 too many for some CTA riders who hate being squeezed from both sides and having their view of the city replaced by the paunch of standing passengers, well, 714 of the same cars doesn’t have any better ring to it.
    Tribune reporter
    If 706 rail cars with center-facing seats are 706 too many for some CTA riders who hate being squeezed from both sides and having their view of the city replaced by the paunch of standing passengers, well, 714 of the same cars doesn’t have any...

    Tags: Chicago Transit Authority, Vehicles, Forrest Claypool, Services and Shopping

    5. Feb 12, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  5. Metra mechanical problems causes cancellations, delays during rush hour

    Several mechanical problems on Metratrains during rush hour caused cancellations and delays up to an hour on at least three different lines, Metra said.
    Tribune reporter
    Several mechanical problems on Metratrains during rush hour caused cancellations and delays up to an hour on at least three different lines, Metra said. Shortly after 5 p.m. a train on the Milwaukee District North Line stopped right outside Union...

    Tags: Union Pacific Corporation

    6. Dec 23, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  6. Clarendon Hills looks at future of downtown

    New restaurants are good news in downtown Clarendon Hills, but the village wants to see — and better define — what else the future holds for its central business district.
    New restaurants are good news in downtown Clarendon Hills, but the village wants to see — and better define — what else the future holds for its central business district. The village has decided to update its downtown master plan. It...

    Tags: Restaurant and Catering Industry, Lifestyle and Leisure

    7. Dec 17, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  7. Downers Grove raises parking permit fees

    Commuter parking in Downers Grove could be more expensive in 2013 after the village approved higher quarterly permit fees. The council voted unanimously at the Dec. 11 meeting to raise the permit parking near the Belmont, Main Street and Fairview Avenue...

    Tags: Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation, Public Transportation

    8. Dec 23, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  8. A look back at 2012 in Downers Grove

    There was no shortage of news in southeastern DuPage County in 2012. Here is a recap, in no particular order, of some of the stories that made headlines during the year.
    There was no shortage of news in southeastern DuPage County in 2012. Here is a recap, in no particular order, of some of the stories that made headlines during the year. New fee on property owners After several years in the making, officials...

    Tags: Chicago Loop, Sara Lee Corporation, Pat Quinn, West Loop, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation

    9. Jan 22, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  9. La Grange train station reopens after van accident

    The La Grange Metra station on Burlington Road reopened this week after closing down for more than a month after a van drove into the wall of the commuter lobby area.
    The La Grange Metra station on Burlington Road reopened this week after closing down for more than a month after a van drove into the wall of the commuter lobby area. While the station is still undergoing permanent repairs, enough structural work had...

    Tags: Lobbying, Politics, Services and Shopping

    10. Dec 13, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  10. Woman struck by train in critical condition

    A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a westbound BNSF Line Metra train in Naperville this afternoon, officials said.
    Tribune reporter
    A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a westbound BNSF Line Metra train in Naperville this afternoon, officials said. The adult female was struck on the north side of the Route 59 station just before 2 p.m. and has been transported to...
    11. Feb 3, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  11. 5 freight cars derail in Bellwood lead to Metra disruptions

    Five freight cars from a Union Pacific train derailed this morning as it was pulling out of a yard in West Suburban Bellwood causing some diesel fuel to leak, police said.
    Tribune reporter
    Five freight cars from a Union Pacific train derailed this morning as it was pulling out of a yard in West Suburban Bellwood causing some diesel fuel to leak, police said. The incident happened at about 11 a.m. at the yard near Eastern and Erie, said...

    Tags: Union Pacific Corporation, Diesel Fuel

    12. Feb 4, 2013 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  12. Commuter savings on the rise

    Savings have been kicked up another notch for participants in the commuter benefits program, which can put hundreds of dollars back in your pocket each year in connection with the costs to ride the <strong>CTA</strong>, <strong>Metra</strong>, <strong>Pace</strong> and the <strong>South Shore Line</strong> to work, or to vanpool or pay for parking.
    Savings have been kicked up another notch for participants in the commuter benefits program, which can put hundreds of dollars back in your pocket each year in connection with the costs to ride the CTA, Metra, Pace and the South Shore Line to work, or...

    Tags: Taxation, Internal Revenue Service, Chicago Tribune, Employees, Chicago Transit Authority

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