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Transit Crisis: Bay Area and Chicago Seek Solutions Amid Deficits

9/29/2025

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Story summary

Bay Area and Chicago transit face budget shortfalls due to declining ridership and expiring federal aid.
The Bay Area backs SB 63, a $750 million measure to cover transit until 2026.
Chicago's Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) faces a $771 million deficit, prompting reforms and tax options.
Black voices are often marginalized in transit discourse, and Barack Obama’s contributions go underacknowledged.

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Story summary

Bay Area and Chicago transit face budget shortfalls due to declining ridership and expiring federal aid.
The Bay Area backs SB 63, a $750 million measure to cover transit until 2026.
Chicago's Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) faces a $771 million deficit, prompting reforms and tax options.
Black voices are often marginalized in transit discourse, and Barack Obama’s contributions go underacknowledged.