Politics & Government
Cook County State's Attorney Launches New Task Force To Fight Crime On Chicago Area's Mass Transit System
O'Neill Burke and other local leaders said the task force will strengthen prosecution and make the system safer.
Updated on: May 19, 2026
Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke on Monday announced a new task force dedicated to fighting crime on the Chicago area's mass transit system.
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O'Neill Burke, Chicago Transit Authority bosses, and other local leaders said the task force will strengthen prosecution and make the system safer.
"We need to have a safe public transportation system," O'Neill Burke said.
