Traffic & Transit

'It's Really Empowering': How New CTA Bus Stop Poles Will Make A Difference For The Blind And The Visually Impaired

About 1,300 tactile signs will be installed as part of a pilot program.

The Chicago Transit Authority sought guidance from the visually-impaired community to design the new signs.
The Chicago Transit Authority sought guidance from the visually-impaired community to design the new signs. (CBS)

CHICAGO (CBS) — Almost half a million bus rides are taken in Chicago every day.

On your next commute consider how easy it is to locate your bus stop. Morning Insider Lauren Victory explains the significance of a simple sign that could pop up at your stop soon.

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