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CTA brings in unarmed security guards to fight crime, but will that be enough?
Despite CTA bringing in security guards, Chicago Local says more protection and stronger safety measures are needed as violence and crime continue on buses and subways. — Apr 22
Toronto police to increase visibility on TTC after recent violent incidents
Local 113-Toronto, ON, calls on the TTC to better protect our members and riders by immediately increasing the presence of special constables across the system and implementing other measures to improve safety. — Apr 22
Man who murdered HART bus driver sentenced to life in prison
Justin McGriff, found guilty of murder last month, made no statement at his sentencing Wednesday. — Apr 20
Recent RTA violence has riders asking for transit ambassadors
Cleveland Local calls for better protection for our members and riders amidst uptick in violence on the RTA. — Apr 20
Crime is rising on subways across the country, experts say
Since the start of the pandemic, the union has tracked at least 110 threats or violent attacks on transit workers. Costa expected the number of attacks to go down as the pandemic dragged on, but he said the union has been fielding more reports... — Apr 18