CTA safety: Cook County sheriff says dedicated CTA police f…

Car Crash Chicago Illinois in Chicago, Illinois: Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart said a dedicated police force may be needed for the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) to sustain long-term safety improvements. A surge in Cook County Sheriff's Police patrols on CTA trains has produced more than 200 arrests, including individuals with active warrants and weapons, along with hundreds of ordinance citations. The patrols, which began in late March, have cost $3.1 million and include social service teams assisting riders with mental health, housing, or substance-related challenges. The initiative stems from a transit funding law passed last year.