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flag CTA's slow zones now cover 30% of Chicago’s rail, extending commutes due to aging tracks and an $18 billion maintenance backlog.

flag CTA's slow zones have expanded to cover 30% of Chicago's rail system, up from 13% five years ago, leading to longer commutes. flag The increase is due to aging tracks and a funding shortfall that has created an $18 billion maintenance backlog. flag Trains must travel significantly slower in these zones, reducing typical speeds to as low as 15 miles per hour. flag The financial challenges are compounded by ridership that has yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels.

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