Society ❯ Urban Society

Public Services

Transportation Services Transportation Transport Services Transportation Access Community Issues Infrastructure Projects Water Services Road Infrastructure Community Impact City Services Water Supply Transit Services Mobility Projects Infrastructure Transportation Issues Cleanliness Initiatives Community Development Transit Systems Law Enforcement Parking Services Mobility Services Commuter Services Infrastructure Investments Civic Engagement Impact of Weather on Society Traffic Management

Johnson Rules Out Buying Back Chicago’s Privatized Parking Meters

The mayor says the cost is too high, warning of escalating debt driven by required parking rate hikes.

Metra Proposes 2026 Budget With 13%–15% Fare Hike, Service Maintained for Next Year

CTA Marks 78th Anniversary With Two-Hour Vintage Train Run in the Loop

Portland Freezes Most Hiring as Budget Office Projects $16 Million General Fund Gap