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"RTA report blasts Metra board over Clifford severance". Archived from the original on August 16, 2016. Retrieved September 10, 2013.

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"Metra Board Picks 'Railroad Man' As Interim Director". CBS Chicago. August 27, 2013. Archived from the original on September 1, 2013. Retrieved August 28, 2013.

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Garfield, Graham. "Jefferson Park". Northern Illinois History. Archived from the original on April 26, 2021. Retrieved May 14, 2011.

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Hinz, Greg (April 2, 2014). "FBI file on Metra's Phil Pagano offers sad lessons". Crain's Chicago Business. Chicago. Retrieved July 22, 2018.
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"Metra mulls expanding service from Union Station to O'Hare". www.chicagobusiness.com. Retrieved March 22, 2026.

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Ranney, George (February 6, 2004). Testimony to the Regional Transportation Task Force (PDF). Regional Transportation Task Force. Chicago. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 5, 2011. Retrieved May 14, 2011.

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"Rail Board To Assume New Identity: Metra". Chicago Tribune. July 11, 1985. Archived from the original on November 11, 2013. Retrieved August 4, 2013.
Long, Jeff; Japsen, Bruce (July 8, 2002). "From GOP insider to federal witness". Chicago Tribune. Chicago. Archived from the original on July 23, 2018. Retrieved July 22, 2018.
Wronski, Richard; Metz, Nina (April 14, 2011). "Metra probe of alleged shakedown got lost in 'chaos' following agency pay scandal". Chicago Tribune. Chicago. Archived from the original on September 27, 2012. Retrieved May 12, 2011.
"Metra CEO memo alleges more Madigan influences". Chicago Tribune. July 12, 2013. Archived from the original on September 17, 2013. Retrieved September 10, 2013.
Wronski, Richard; Stacy St. Clair (August 28, 2013). "Veteran 'railroad guy' takes over at Metra". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on August 28, 2013. Retrieved August 28, 2013.
"New board members take seats at Metra". Chicago Tribune. October 21, 2013. Archived from the original on December 19, 2013. Retrieved March 11, 2014.
"Former train engineer Orseno named Metra chief executive". Chicago Tribune. January 31, 2014. Archived from the original on March 11, 2014. Retrieved March 11, 2014.
"Metra's board faces decision on new executive director". Chicago Tribune. January 30, 2014. Archived from the original on March 11, 2014. Retrieved March 11, 2014.
Freishtat, Sarah (July 18, 2023). "Metra was chosen to operate service to Rockford. That could help the commuter rail as it struggles to bring back riders". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on July 19, 2023. Retrieved July 19, 2023.
"Metra service to O'Hare is about to get much better — for the DNC, at least". Chicago Tribune. August 12, 2024. Retrieved March 22, 2026.
Wronksi, Richard (April 9, 2013). "Metra argues for delay of 'fail-safe' rail system". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on May 19, 2015. Retrieved May 3, 2015.
Wronski, Richard (April 22, 2015). "Metra to spend $80 million to help launch safety system". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on April 24, 2019. Retrieved April 16, 2020.
Wronski, Richard (September 19, 2012). "Agreement reached in 2003 Metra derailment lawsuit". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on December 16, 2014. Retrieved December 16, 2014.
Wronski, Richard; Quintanilla, Ray (December 22, 2006). "Human error, Metra blamed in 2005 crash". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on February 4, 2015. Retrieved February 3, 2015.
Puchek, Joe (January 25, 2021). "South Shore to lease double-decker trains from Metra". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved September 23, 2026.

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"1972, October 30: Illinois Central Commuter Train Crash". Chicago Public Library. Archived from the original on September 27, 2007. Retrieved July 7, 2009.

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"DeKalb Metra Extension Feasibility Study | DeKalb, IL". www.cityofdekalb.com. Retrieved June 6, 2026.
"Commuter Service (Route 12 - Elburn Shuttle) | DeKalb, IL". cityofdekalb.com. Retrieved March 22, 2026.

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"Clifford Settles Violinist Lawsuit Against METRA for $35 Million". March 11, 2002. Archived from the original on January 4, 2010. Retrieved February 11, 2010.

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"Rock Island Connection (75th Street Corridor Improvement Project)". CREATE Program. Retrieved June 6, 2026.

dailyherald.com (Global: 4,141^st place; English: 2,196^th place)

Pyke, Marni (August 16, 2017). "Metra picks James Derwinski as new chief". Daily Herald. Archived from the original on September 5, 2023. Retrieved January 28, 2018.
Pyke, Marni (January 18, 2012). "Do fast buses on I-90 mean falling STAR line?". Daily Herald. Archived from the original on April 23, 2018. Retrieved December 22, 2012.
Pyke, Marni (June 12, 2013). "Metra ups police presence on trains". dailyherald.com. Archived from the original on November 8, 2022. Retrieved July 20, 2016.

dot.gov (Global: 1,620^th place; English: 841^st place)

safetydata.fra.dot.gov

"FRA Office of Safety Analysis Web Site". Casualties By State, Railroad or Type. Federal Railroad Administration, Office of Safety Analysis. May 20, 2011. Archived from the original on September 4, 2011. Retrieved May 20, 2011.

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"Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) | DuPage Co, IL". www.dupagecounty.gov. Retrieved June 27, 2026.

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"Transportation". Travel Tools. City of Chicago. Archived from the original on May 22, 2011. Retrieved May 14, 2011.

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illinois.gov (Global: 6,826^th place; English: 3,415^th place)

nita.illinois.gov

"Northern Illinois Transit Authority | How the NITA Act can advance a regional transit network across six counties". Northern Illinois Transit Authority. Retrieved September 2, 2026.
"Northern Illinois Transit Authority | Northern Illinois Transit Authority Begins New Era for Regional Transit". Northern Illinois Transit Authority. Retrieved September 23, 2026.

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Vandervoort, Bill (October 12, 2010). "Metra History". Metra Railfanning. Archived from the original on January 29, 2010. Retrieved May 12, 2011.

metra.com (Global: low place; English: low place)

metra.com

"About Metra | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
"Cubs victory celebration sets new record for Metra". metrarail.com. November 11, 2016. Archived from the original on January 17, 2024. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
"Metra begins rollout of train-tracking site". January 10, 2023. Retrieved October 14, 2025. Metra today started the rollout of metratracker.com, a new real-time train-tracking website that lets customers see precisely where their trains are and when they will reach their stations.
"NITA is coming | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
"Metra to offer O'Hare shuttle trains during DNC | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
"Can O'Hare service be improved? | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
"UP lines now being operated directly by Metra | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved June 6, 2026.
"Metra seeking feedback on potentially renaming lines | Metra". www.metra.com. Retrieved September 23, 2026.
"Metra seeking feedback on potentially renaming lines | Metra". www.metra.com. Retrieved September 23, 2026.
"Metra buying battery-powered trainsets | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved June 6, 2026.
"NITA is coming | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved March 22, 2026.
"Ridership Report, October 2024" (PDF). Metra.com. November 13, 2024. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
"Positive Train Control (PTC) | Metra". metra.com. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved November 28, 2021.
"Fares | Metra". www.metra.com. Retrieved September 23, 2026.
"How to Purchase Tickets | Metra". www.metra.com. Retrieved September 23, 2026.
"What to Expect Onboard | Metra". www.metra.com. Retrieved September 23, 2026.
"Metra's 2024 Fare Structure Modifications | Metra". metra.com. Archived from the original on December 22, 2023. Retrieved December 22, 2023.
"Fare zone pilot programs begin July 15". Metra. Retrieved February 2, 2024.
"Fare Structure Study". Metra. Retrieved February 2, 2024.
"Metra's 2024 Fare changes". Metra. February 1, 2024. Retrieved February 1, 2024.
"New U-Pass + Metra popular with UIC students; Thousands sign up for joint Metra/CTA fare product | Metra". metra.com. Retrieved September 23, 2026.
"Metra marks nation's 250th with special locomotive".
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"Metra to receive $169.3m grant for zero-emission trainsets | Metra". metra.com. Archived from the original on October 23, 2023. Retrieved October 25, 2023.

assets.metra.com

"RIDERSHIP TRENDS ANNUAL REPORT 2018" (PDF). Metra. Retrieved May 12, 2019.
"RIDERSHIP TRENDS ANNUAL REPORT 2019" (PDF). Metra. Retrieved February 27, 2021.
"RIDERSHIP TRENDS ANNUAL REPORT 2020" (PDF). Metra. Retrieved April 4, 2021.
"RIDERSHIP TRENDS 2021 ANNUAL REPORT" (PDF). Metra. March 2022. Retrieved June 9, 2022.
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"January 2026 Ridership Trends, Initiatives & 2025 Annual Ridership Figures" (PDF). Metra. February 19, 2026. Retrieved March 29, 2026.
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metrarail.com

"Operations and Ridership Data". Archived from the original on March 31, 2020. Retrieved February 1, 2020.
"Our History Metra". Archived from the original on March 8, 2019. Retrieved August 11, 2018. Metra owns the rolling stock and in conjunction with local municipalities is responsible for most stations.
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Struett, David (October 4, 2024). "Metra pushes for permanent Loop-O'Hare service despite low ridership during DNC pilot". NBC Chicago. Retrieved March 22, 2026.
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"Passenger Was Ejected Out of Train Window in Fatal Clarendon Hills Crash: Officials". May 12, 2022. Archived from the original on May 16, 2022. Retrieved May 16, 2022.

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"On Track On Line - Amtrak F40s: Where Are They Now?". on-track-on-line.com. Retrieved March 21, 2026.

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Press, Gov (September 1, 2026). "Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Officially Launches". The State of Illinois Newsroom. Retrieved September 2, 2026.

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Franz, Justin (May 21, 2025). "Metra Takes Control of Union Pacific Commuter Operations". Railfan & Railroad.

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Luczak, Marybeth (December 4, 2025). "Metra to STB: Establish Use Conditions, Compensation for UP Terminal Facilities (UPDATED 12/4)". Railway Age.

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Uphues, Bob (September 28, 2005). "Suit filed against railroads in cyclist's death: Metra, BNSF negligence cited as the cause". Riverside Brookfield Landmark. Archived from the original on March 15, 2012. Retrieved May 20, 2011.

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"Regional Transportation Authority | Metra envisions regional rail, express service to O'Hare during presentation to RTA Board". Regional Transportation Authority. Retrieved March 22, 2026.

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suntimes.com (Global: 615^th place; English: 382^nd place)

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Mitch Dudek (July 6, 2023). "Metra service between Chicago and Rockford to begin in 2027". Chicago Sun-Times. Archived from the original on July 6, 2023. Retrieved July 6, 2023.
Sarraf, Isabelle (January 13, 2021). "Metra to buy 500 new rail cars". Chicago Sun-Times. Archived from the original on June 5, 2021. Retrieved January 23, 2021.
"Metra to buy zero-emission, self-propelled rail cars with $169.3M federal grant". Chicago Sun-Times. October 17, 2023. Archived from the original on October 23, 2023. Retrieved October 25, 2023.

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Rossi, Rosalind (August 27, 2013). "Metra names 'railroad man' as interim CEO". Chicago Sun-Times. Archived from the original on March 11, 2014. Retrieved August 28, 2013.

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trains.com (Global: 3,651^st place; English: 1,742^nd place)

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Lassen, David (November 1, 2025). "Illinois transit bill could boost Quad Cities passenger rail project". Trains. Retrieved March 22, 2026.
Lassen, David (December 18, 2023). "On the radar: Metra service to O'Hare airport". Trains. Retrieved March 22, 2026.
"Metra SD70MACHs begin revenue service". Trains. December 2, 2023. Archived from the original on January 15, 2024. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
Lassen, David (March 19, 2026). "Metra donates F40C to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America". Trains. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
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Guss, Chris (August 18, 2020). "Metra unveils C&NW heritage locomotive". Trains. Archived from the original on February 25, 2021. Retrieved February 9, 2021.

twitter.com (Global: 43^rd place; English: 43^rd place)

"Metra on X: 'Introducing the latest addition to Metra's fleet: the SD70MACH. This locomotive, designated as the first in our 500-series locomotives, was painted in heritage RTA colors to celebrate the upcoming 50th anniversary of its formation. 1/2 / X'". Twitter. Retrieved October 11, 2022.
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uic.edu (Global: 6,212^th place; English: 3,934^th place)

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web.archive.org (Global: 1^st place; English: 1^st place)

Pyke, Marni (August 16, 2017). "Metra picks James Derwinski as new chief". Daily Herald. Archived from the original on September 5, 2023. Retrieved January 28, 2018.
"Operations and Ridership Data". Archived from the original on March 31, 2020. Retrieved February 1, 2020.
"Cubs victory celebration sets new record for Metra". metrarail.com. November 11, 2016. Archived from the original on January 17, 2024. Retrieved December 8, 2016.
"Our History Metra". Archived from the original on March 8, 2019. Retrieved August 11, 2018. Metra owns the rolling stock and in conjunction with local municipalities is responsible for most stations.
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