August 8, 2014
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Metra Announces New Investments in Modernization
On Oct.9, Metra announced at its monthly board meeting at its downtown Chicago office, 547 W. Jackson Blvd., details about a $2.4 billion dollar plan to replace and modernize its fleet of rail cars and locomotives and to address key safety measures. Additionally, the plan includes funding for the installation of the Positive Train Control (PTC) system, a federal mandated program that according to the Association of American Railroads (AAR) is advanced technology designed to automatically stop or slow trains before potential accidents.
2 Killed When Struck by Metra Commuter Train
Metra commuter rail says service is being restored on its western line after two people were killed by a train headed for Chicago's Union Station.