(TNS) — Metra is set to get its first battery-powered trains in the coming years, which could replace diesel-powered locomotives in places and times of day with fewer riders. Metra touted the trains ...

Metra announced Oct. 17 that it will receive a $169.3 million federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) grant to purchase BEMUs (battery-electric multiple-unit) zero-emission ...

Metra is set to get its first battery-powered trains in the coming years, which could replace diesel-powered locomotives in places and times of day with fewer riders. Metra touted the trains as a more ...

Metra plans to buy battery-powered trains that could hit the rails as early as 2027 on the Rock Island line, potentially fast-tracking a move to greener and more frequent off-peak service. The ...

CHICAGO (CBS) – A major investment could mean big changes for Metra riders: battery-powered trains could be coming to Chicago. CBS 2's Sara Machi reported it's all thanks to a nearly $170 million ...

Metra unveiled a specially painted locomotive this month to pay tribute to those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. military. The locomotive is running through several south and ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- After years of patchwork plans to keep antiquated cars rolling, Metra officials announced Thursday a $2.4 billion plan to overhaul the "rolling stock." Highlights include 367 new ...

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