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Getting a Ticket to Ride May Cost Some More on Metra

Fare hikes may be in store for some suburban Chicago commuters as reported by The Chicago Sun Times. Good planning & round trip plans may save you a bundle. (163 views)... More...

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Posted 18 weeks ago

Bus driver charged with lying about beating by cop

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A CTA bus driver who sued the city for $1 million after claiming he was beaten by an off-duty Chicago Police sergeant was charged Saturday with lying to authorities. (284 views)... More...

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Posted 18 weeks ago

Union Head on Mom's CTA Story: Why Does Stroller Appear Undamaged?

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"I don't want to call the woman a liar, but I have a hard time believing the story happened the way she claims," said Robert Kelly, president of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 308. (63 views)... More...

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Posted 19 weeks ago

State dems keep seniors riding for free - Chicago Sun-Times

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Medill Reports: ChicagoState dems keep seniors riding for freeChicago Sun-TimesBY DAVE mckinney AND MARY WISNIEWSKI Staff Reporters SPRINGFIELD -- Senior citizens can continue riding Chicago-area commuter trains and buses for free ...Free CTA rides for seniors will continueChicago Sun-Times (20 views)... More...

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Posted 20 weeks ago

H1N1 Flu Vaccinations Call Many, Select Few Qualify

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The first day of the City Colleges of Chicago H1N1 vaccinations saw hundreds seek vaccination shots, but hundreds were turned away waiting for more than one hour. Will President Obama's declaration of a national emergency help prevent an outbreak? (113 views)... More...