The Byline: CTA Bill Allocating $1.5 Billion for City Transit Systems

State Senators have passed a bill that allocates $1.5 billion to the CTA, Metra and Pace. How is this bill designed to create long-term stability for Illinois transit systems, beyond just a short-term financial fix? How can Chicago ensure this funding translates into measurable progress — like reliability, frequency, or rider satisfaction? After two years of deliberation, what finally pushed lawmakers to act?On this week’s episode of The Byline, a joint project between The Phoenix and WLUW 88.7, host and engagement editor Dana Prodoehl is joined by writer Abby Nyce to discuss these questions and more.Listen to The Byline — the story behind the stories you read — every Friday wherever you get your podcasts.