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Michelle @michelle345.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

This survey is pretty thorough, so pour yourself a beverage and get started! (ICYMI: NITA is the new agency that oversees CTA, Metra, and Pace)

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Molly Fleck @mollyfleck.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

If you ride transit in Chicagoland, you should take this survey.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

📢 NITA is developing its first regional budget and wants to hear which transit improvements are most important to you! Your feedback will help shape future investments across CTA, Metra, and Pace. Survey now available in English and Spanish: bit.ly/4AJCzRe

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Instead of mourning another Chicagoland summer come and gone, start creating your plans to make the most of fall. 🎃🍂 NITA has curated a list of indoor and outdoor activities you can reach by CTA, Metra, or Pace this season: bit.ly/4djC8Db

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Northern Illinois Transit Authority | How to use transit to enjoy fall in the Chicago region

Where: 112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601 How to get there: CTA Bus #2, #3, #6, #10, #20, #26, #66, #120, #121, #134, #135, #136, #146 #151, or #157 CTA...

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Good eye, apologies. Recipients or reciptients, all are welcome to apply.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Good catch! Our rebranding elves are working as quickly as we can and newly branded fare materials will be out in the world very soon. For riders with old RTA-issued permits, they will still work until they expire.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 01/10/2026

A year ago, our state’s transit system faced a doomsday scenario of service cuts and fare hikes that would have left riders stranded. Now, we’re driving Illinois forward with the Northern Illinois Transit Authority providing better service and making fares more affordable.

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Northern Illinois Transit Authority | Access Program

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) is proud to provide reduced fares to low income transit riders. The program, which started in 2024,…

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This week NITA is the proud host of @humantransit.bsky.social’s Intensive Transit Network Design Course in which local Chicago planners, advocates, developers and more have come together to dive deep into transit planning and how to use it to create better cities and towns. 🧑‍🏫

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

You may be looking at the reduced fare program which is federally mandated for older adults and people with disabilities. Access has its own application and permit for SNAP recipients to receive reduced fare at fares.nita.illinois.gov. Video on how to apply: www.youtube.com/watch?v=iecy...

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

“By making Access available across CTA, Metra, and Pace, we’re making a successful pilot available to thousands more riders, providing a regional benefit and making transit more affordable for riders who need it most" -- NITA Board Chair Tom Kotarac. nita.illinois.gov/riders/access

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Northern Illinois Transit Authority | Access Program

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) is proud to provide reduced fares to low income transit riders. The program, which started in 2024,…

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Beginning today, the NITA Access Pilot Program officially expands to the CTA and Pace, allowing eligible riders experiencing low incomes to apply for reduced transit fares across Metra, CTA, and Pace. 🚇🎉 Riders can apply at GetAccess.org now.

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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com · 01/10/2026

Nearly 1,500 daily buses serve 22,000 weekday passengers along 21 different routes on the 1.5-mile stretch of Michigan Avenue between Wacker Drive and Roosevelt Road. It's one of the busiest bus corridors in the CTA system — which is why it was chosen for a new dedicated bus lane.

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Dedicated bus lane planned for a stretch of Michigan Avenue that's one of the city's busiest bus corridors

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Mayor Brandon Johnson @mayorofchicago.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We're committed to building a safer and more accessible transportation system. By creating a dedicated bus lane on Michigan Avenue, we are reducing delays, improving service, and ensuring that the thousands of Chicagoans who rely on public transit can get where they need to go.

1. Text: Mayor Johnson & CTA to Install Dedicated Bus Lane on Michigan Avenue to Reduce Delays in the Loop. Image: Mayor Brandon Johnson laughs while riding a CTA bus alongside (not pictured) CTA Acting President Nora Leerhsen and CTA Bus Driver Rance Austin on the South Side.

2. Text: The new, nearly 1.5-mile northbound bus lane between Roosevelt Road and Wacker Drive will help reduce delays for 22,000 daily CTA riders and keep buses moving along this key downtown route. Image: Mayor Brandon Johnson shakes hands with a Black woman and other CTA bus riders while exiting a CTA bus in Bronzeville.

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Illinois Department of Transportation @illinoisdot.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Help @nitachicago.bsky.social prioritize the improvements that matter most to you! Take the online survey and share your priorities for everyday transit service and long-term investments as NITA develops its first regional budget for CTA, Metra, and Pace.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

More frequent service. Safer, more accessible stations and stops. 🚇 Tell NITA which improvements would make the biggest difference in your transit experience. Your feedback will help shape regional budget priorities. 🗓️ Take the survey by Oct. 16: bit.ly/4AJCzRe

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We've updated the survey to allow anonymous responses to be submitted.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

New interagency digital signage spotted at the Oak Park Metra station! 🔎✨ NITA is leading the way toward a more connected regional transit system, with clearer, real-time information that brings CTA, Metra and Pace together for riders. More improvements coming soon! 👀

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

📢 Join NITA, CTA, Metra, and Pace on Oct. 14 for an interactive open house about the future of regional transit. At NITA’s first public event, we want to hear from you — what’s working and what should improve in the years ahead. RSVP now: bit.ly/4xMPPSp

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

"My focus as Interim Executive Director is to keep this agency moving by delivering as many early wins for riders as we can while building the strong operational foundation that sets our permanent Executive Director up for long-term success." Welcome aboard, Jamie! 👏

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

At its first meeting, the NITA Board of Directors selected Jamie Rhee as interim Executive Director to guide the regional transit agency through its next phase. Jamie Rhee brings more than 30 years of progressive leadership in Chicago government. nita.illinois.gov/blog/2026/09...

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today is World Car-Free Day, an annual celebration to inspire you to ditch your cars and get around using more sustainable methods of travel. 🚙🚫 No matter where you're going, CTA, Metra, and Pace can help you get around Chicagoland easily — not just today but every day!

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Meet the NITA Board of Directors! 👥 bit.ly/4jfqoFd The NITA Board met for the first time on Sept. 10, and elected Tom Kotorac as Board Chair. Subsequently, Metra and Pace's new Boards met the following week, and CTA's new Board will meet on September 22.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 💃 There are plenty of ways to celebrate throughout the Chicago region — from street festivals to must-visit neighborhoods, and more — via CTA, Metra, or Pace all month long. Read our blog to learn how: bit.ly/3T9UEaa

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

"It's a great program for people experiencing low incomes. They can get affordable fares, and we are really putting the new funding to good use," - Maulik Vaishnav, NITA chief transition officer. Eligible riders can apply for the program now at GetAccess.org.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Access Pilot Program is officially expanding reduced fares to CTA and Pace October 1, 2026, as approved by the NITA Board of Directors last week. The Access Program launched as a pilot for qualifying Metra riders in February 2024. 🚌 @fox32chicago.bsky.social www.fox32chicago.com/news/cta-pac...

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CTA, Pace reduced fares coming for SNAP recipients under expanded Access program

NITA is expanding its Access program, which offers reduced transit fares to riders receiving SNAP benefits, to include CTA and Pace.

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/09/2026

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority officially launched this month. The new agency is tasked with transforming the CTA, Metra and Pace.

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NITA, Chicago’s new transit agency, is meeting for the first time. What will it change?

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A full room here for the first NITA Board meeting. Thank you to @tonipreckwinkle.bsky.social and others for joining us today.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

❗❗The first meeting of the NITA Board of Directors is now LIVE. Join us! www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFnw...

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NITA Board of Directors Meeting: September 10, 2026

YouTube video by NITA Board Meetings

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Meet our new board members to get ready for NITA's first meeting this morning. You can also livestream the meeting on this page or our YouTube: nita.illinois.gov/about-nita/b...

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Northern Illinois Transit Authority | Meet the board

The Board of Directors is a 16-member group of professionals governing the activities and initiatives of NITA.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

📊 Division Manager, Data Reporting, Analytics, and Customer Insights — Lead the work to turn data into better decisions for riders. This role will oversee performance reporting, dashboards, analytics, and customer insights that inform planning, capital, and operations.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

💳 Division Manager/Manager, Fare Integration — Help shape how riders pay for transit across the region. This role will lead the development and management of regionwide fare policy and payment integration, including analysis of ridership, revenue, equity impacts, and more.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🗺️ Planning Director — Lead NITA’s regional transit strategic planning work, including transit expansion, local planning, and land-use programs. The Director will oversee data analytics and coordinate with CTA, Metra, Pace to advance a more connected regional transit system.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🚉 Division Manager/Manager, Transit Ambassador Program — Help build and lead NITA’s new Transit Ambassador Program from the ground up. This role will oversee program development and management, including training focused on safety, de-escalation, and customer service.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Want to help shape the future of transit in Northern Illinois? NITA is hiring for several key roles that will have a direct hand in building a safer, more seamless, more rider-focused regional transit system. A few exciting opportunities open right now:

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🔔 The NITA Board of Directors will meet at 9 a.m. on Thursday, September 10. View the agenda and watch at nita.illinois.gov/about-nita/boards… Note: There are a few *first meeting* items on the agenda before public comment. We appreciate everyone's patience!

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

NITA wishes everyone a Happy Labor Day! We are thankful to those who keep our system moving every day. 🚉

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

NITA is hiring newly formed roles across various agency departments. 💼 People who join NITA now will help build the systems, policies, and partnerships that shape regional transit for years to come. Visit nita.illinois.gov/careers to see open positions and apply.

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🗞️ ICYMI: NITA officially begins operations as the nation’s 2nd largest transit authority. "NITA is driving Illinois forward with a transformative vision that will deliver a reliable, safe and unified transportation system for the entire region." – @govpritzker.illinois.gov bit.ly/4y9XVVz

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

"I leave the transit system in the strongest position it has ever been in and proud of a career spent connecting people to opportunity. I'm grateful beyond words, and I can't wait to see what NITA accomplishes next.” – Leanne Redden

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NITA Chicago @nitachicago.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

After more than 20 years at the agency, including 12 as Executive Director, Leanne Redden is retiring as RTA transitions to NITA. nita.illinois.gov/about-rta/pr... During her time leading the RTA, Leanne secured historic transit funding and helped lay the groundwork for the NITA Act.

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Yonah Freemark @yonahfreemark.com · 01/09/2026

Congrats to the Chicago region for today's launch of NITA, the Northern Illinois Transit Authority, which will coordinate operations by CTA, Metra, and Pace... and hopefully result in better service for riders nita.illinois.gov

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Car Free Keith @carfreekeith.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

@nitachicago.bsky.social is officially live, what a day! If you wanna learn more about what NITA is and what it could do, watch this video I made back in June: youtu.be/eH-ZsEoGu_g?...

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The Most Dramatic Transit Reform in America

YouTube video by Car Free Keith

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Thomas Bamonte @thomasbamonte.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Maulik Vaishnav is the Chief Transition Officer @nitachicago.bsky.social. This is his assessment of the impacts and importance of the NITA Act reforms (accessible for free via sign-up). www.masstransitmag.com/management/a...

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One Region, One Network: The Next Era of Chicago Transit

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority is tasked with transforming the rider experience throughout the Chicago region by coordinating fares, planning service, making capital ...

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Illinois Department of Transportation @illinoisdot.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

A new era begins for our regional transit system as @nitachicago.bsky.social officially begins operations. We look forward to partnering with this new agency empowered to better fund and coordinate the services offered by CTA, Metra, and Pace Suburban Bus. Learn more: nita.illinois.gov

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