CTA lays off unarmed guards, redirects funds to police and other resources amid security concerns

Source ABC Local
Original Load Date April 20, 2026, 11 p.m.
Last Updated April 20, 2026, 11 p.m.
Original URL https://abc7chicago.com/post/cta-chicago-news-transit-authority-lays-off-159-monterrey-security-guards-redirects-funds-police-other-resources/18930190/

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CHICAGO (WLS) -- The CTA is laying off unarmed private security guards. About a month ago, the transit agency [ unveiled a new security plan ][1] that includes more police patrols. ### [ ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch ][2] The plan was in response to an order from the T...