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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


A Purple Line express train arrives at the Dempster station in Evanston. An upcoming poll from city officials will ask Northwestern students their opinions on the availability of public transportation options in Evanston.

Transit survey targets Northwestern students, staff

September 22, 2014

Evanston is asking Northwestern students and staff to weigh in on public transportation options in the city through a survey that is being released as the new academic year begins. The transit survey,...

Goodman: Summer internship underscores need for U-Passes for all Northwestern students

Goodman: Summer internship underscores need for U-Passes for all Northwestern students

July 17, 2013

During my internship this summer in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, I have learned to appreciate my daily commute on the Purple Line Express — a chunk of relaxing quiet time in a hectic work...

A sign in the Foster Street CTA station alerts passengers to service changes, including a lack of Purple Line Express service, associated with the Wells Street Bridge reconstruction in Chicago. The disruptions will run through March 11, followed by another nine-day period beginning April 26.

CTA begins first disruption to Purple Line Express, other lines

March 4, 2013

The Chicago Transit Authority has halted Purple Line Express train service through March 11 due to construction, temporarily lengthening commutes for some Evanston El riders. The Chicago Department...

Doors will be closing on the CTA’s Purple Line Express trains during two periods in March and April. During those days, the express trains that run to and from downtown Chicago will stop running for construction on the Wells Street bridge and repairs to CTA tracks.

CTA to suspend Purple Line Express for several days in March, April

February 12, 2013

The Chicago Transit Authority will suspend Purple Line Express service to the Loop for two periods in March and April due to reconstruction of the Wells Street Bridge over the Chicago River, according...

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