Connections
Connections is CTA’s monthly television show which is broadcast several times daily on the City of Chicago’s municipal cable channels and several times weekly on Comcast’s local programming channel, CN100.
On cable TV
In Chicago, Connections airs:
- On cable channel 49 at 9 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. every day.
- On cable channel 23, up to twice daily, on a rotating schedule with other city programs in the 8-9 a.m., 1-2 p.m., 7-8 p.m. and 10-11 p.m. time slots
- Connections is also currently airing on Comcast's CN100 on Wednesday and Friday at 5:00 p.m.
CN100 is a local programming channel provided by Comcast to its customers in Chicago and more than 300 surrounding communities in Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. View a list of communities where Comcast CN100 is available.
Connections promotes CTA’s existing bus and rail service and the many initiatives, investments and programs being implemented to deliver service that is courteous and efficient. The program showcases CTA’s regional service and affordable, convenient travel options so existing customers may increase their use of CTA and new customers will give it a try.
Watch Online/Download the Podcast
Connections is also available as a free video podcast, and you can subscribe to the Connections video podcast which allows you to automatically receive each month’s program without charge. Here’s how:
- View the latest episode on podcastchicago.tv
- If you have iTunes on your computer, go directly to the iTunes Music Store on the Internet and search for "CTA Connections."
You can either choose a specific episode for instant viewing, or you can subscribe once, and automatically download new shows each month. Like all video podcasts, Connections can be viewed directly on your computer or laptop, or can be viewed on a portable device such as the video iPod.
Is there something you want to see on Connections?
Do you have a story suggestion? Or maybe a travel secret you want to share? Is there a hidden Chicago gem that’s served by the CTA? How much time and money are you saving by taking the CTA?
Give us a call on the Connections Hotline at (312) 681-2812.