Illinois lawmakers have passed a controversial bill to fund public transportation, redirecting funds from the Road Fund and increasing sales tax in the Chicago area. With a looming funding shortfall, critics raise concerns over the impact on downstate transit and infrastructure.
In a surprising move, Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner has announced his resignation, citing the need for the company to maintain confidence amid the Trump administration's funding pressures on mass transit systems. Speculation grows over the implications for future rail initiatives.
