Chicago’s commuter rail system Metra has announced a comprehensive 2025 construction programme, focusing on station ...

Metra has unveiled its 2025 construction programme, detailing a series of infrastructure improvements across its network.

Metra on Monday acknowledged the confusion and began a public outreach effort that could potentially rename all of its lines by number or direction.

(Map and Key Courtesy of Metra) In addition to major projects to replace aging bridges on the UP North Line; track, electrical and signal upgrades on the Metra Electric; and major tie replacement ...

To address this, Metra is seeking rider input on two proposed naming systems through a public survey. This move is both ...

The plan includes Metra Electric track and signal upgrades, and major tie replacements on three lines, plus other system-wide improvements. Credit: Markus Mainka/Shutterstock. Chicago’s commuter rail ...

“We are prioritizing improvements on the Metra Electric Line to make the line more accessible to persons with disabilities,” said Metra Executive Director and CEO Jim Derwinski in a statement.

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Chicago’s commuter rail system Metra has announced a comprehensive 2025 construction programme, focusing on station improvements, track maintenance, and signal upgrades across its network.