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Metra Announces $2.5B Modernization Plan for Electric Line
The plan includes new rail cars and upgraded stations along the Metra Electric District.
By Country Herald Traffic Desk · 2026-08-01T19:21:24.516Z
Metra announced a $2.5 billion modernization plan for the Metra Electric District, including 200 new rail cars and station upgrades from Millennium Station to University Park. Construction begins in 2027. The agency says the investment will reduce travel times and improve accessibility for South Side commuters.