For the first time since the early 1980’s, passenger rail service is expected to return to Rockford, as Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has announced a new state partnership with Metra to extend one of their main service lines further west.
For the first time since the early 1980's, passenger rail service is expected to return to Rockford, as Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has announced a new state partnership with Metra to extend one of their main service lines further west.
According to a press release, the Milwaukee District West Line will be extended beyond Elgin to reach Rockford, with stops expected to be built in Huntley and Belvidere.“With this new service, we’re connecting more communities and creating greater opportunities for people across the state line region,” Pritzker said in a statement.
Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weeklyMetra will partner with the Union Pacific Railroad to help facilitate the new service. The project will also involve upgrading bridges, improving grade crossings, and building double-track service into the Metra system.
“This will be a game-changer for Rockford and Belvidere,” State Sen. Steve Stadelman said in a statement. “Restoring passenger rail service to Chicago has been one of my priorities, and will spur economic development across northern Illinois.” services Chicago’s northwestern suburbs, making stops in Elmwood Park, River Grove, Franklin Park, Bensenville, Wood Dale, Itasca, Medinah, Roselle, Schaumburg, Hanover Park, and Bartlett before ending in Elgin.
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