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Aug 28 2026
The New Monon Corridor on the NICTD commuter rail line.

NICTD Hammond Gateway + Monon Corridor Tour

Friday, 10:00 am–1:00 pm
Hammond Gateway Station
Oct 4 2026
Annual meeting of public transportation professionals.

APTA 2026 TRANSform & Expo

Sunday 4th, 9:00 am–Wednesday 7th, 5:00 pm
McCormick Place South Hall
Nov 5 2026
Annual transportation meeting hosted by the Center for Transportation Studies at the University of Minnesota.

2026 CTS Transportation Research Conference

Thursday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm
McNamara Alumni Center
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