Transit Agencies Back RTA’s Authority Boost as Alternative to Merger Plan

Transit Agencies Back RTA’s Authority Boost as Alternative to Merger Plan

Several transit agencies express support for RTA’s plan to enhance authority instead of merging into one agency Transit Agencies Back RTA’s Authority Boost as Alternative to Merger Plan Chicago: Some transit agencies in the area are showing support for the RTA’s plan to boost its authority instead of merging all agencies into one. Metra and…

CTA Chief of Staff Takes Over as Acting President Amid Leadership Change

CTA Chief of Staff Takes Over as Acting President Amid Leadership Change

Nora Leerhsen steps in as acting president as Dorval Carter Jr. prepares to leave the CTA after nearly a decade. CTA Chief of Staff Takes Over as Acting President Amid Leadership Change Chicago: So, here’s the scoop. Nora Leerhsen, the chief of staff at the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), is stepping up as the acting…

RTA Aims for Greater Control Over CTA, Metra, and Pace to Avoid Transit Crisis

RTA Aims for Greater Control Over CTA, Metra, and Pace to Avoid Transit Crisis

RTA seeks expanded powers to manage transit agencies amid looming budget deficits RTA Aims for Greater Control Over CTA, Metra, and Pace to Avoid Transit Crisis Chicago: Some lawmakers are pushing to merge the city’s four transit agencies this year. They believe this could help secure more state funding and avoid a looming “fiscal cliff.”…

As Dorval Carter Retires, CTA Needs a New Leader for a Fresh Start

As Dorval Carter Retires, CTA Needs a New Leader for a Fresh Start

Dorval Carter’s retirement opens the door for a new CTA leader to improve safety and reliability for Chicago’s transit system As Dorval Carter Retires, CTA Needs a New Leader for a Fresh Start Chicago: Dorval Carter Jr. has faced a lot of criticism as the CTA president. His nearly 10-year run has been marked by…

Dorval Carter Steps Down as CTA Boss Amid Ongoing Investigations

Dorval Carter Steps Down as CTA Boss Amid Ongoing Investigations

CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. resigns as investigations into agency issues continue Dorval Carter Steps Down as CTA Boss Amid Ongoing Investigations Chicago: So, Dorval Carter Jr. is stepping down as the CTA President at the end of the month. He’s off to lead a hospital on the West Side. This news comes right after…

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement After a Decade in Chicago

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement After a Decade in Chicago

Dorval Carter, president of the CTA, will retire at the end of the month after a challenging tenure marked by various issues. CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement After a Decade in Chicago Chicago: After ten years leading the Chicago Transit Authority, Dorval Carter is stepping down. He announced his retirement today, effective at the…

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement After 40 Years of Service

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement After 40 Years of Service

Dorval Carter, the CTA president, will retire at the end of the month after a long career in public transportation. CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement After 40 Years of Service Chicago: So, big news! Dorval R. Carter, Jr., the president of the Chicago Transit Authority, just announced he’s retiring at the end of the…

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement Amid Transit Challenges

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement Amid Transit Challenges

Dorval Carter Jr. retires as CTA president, leaving behind a budget crisis and service issues for his successor to tackle CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Retirement Amid Transit Challenges Chicago: CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. has decided to retire, and it’s a big deal. He’s leaving behind a hefty $577 million budget shortfall and a…

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Resignation After Years of Challenges

CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Resignation After Years of Challenges

Dorval Carter, the CTA president, will retire amid ongoing transit issues and budget concerns in Chicago CTA President Dorval Carter Announces Resignation After Years of Challenges Chicago: So, it looks like Dorval Carter is stepping down from his role at the CTA. He’s set to announce his retirement on Monday after facing a lot of…