MPC Senior Director Explains NITA Changes

NITA takes over: What Chicago transit riders need to know about the new regional system

June 1, 2026 | Fox32 Chicago News

Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC) Senior Director Audrey Wennink appeared on a Good Day Chicago broadcast to explain how the new Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) will oversee CTA, Metra and Pace and what changes riders can expect. Wennink described how leaders plan to improve fares, coordination and safety across the region.