This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.

Please enable Javascript to watch this video

CHICAGO -- Metra's Board of Directors has unanimously approved its 2018 budget that includes service cuts and fare increases.

This is the fourth straight rate increase for Metra.

According to the Chicago Tribune, adult and reduced-fare one-way tickets will rise by 25 cents in all zones. Ten-ride tickets will increase between $4.25 and $7.75, depending on the length of the trip. Monthly fares, which are the most common ticket type for Metra riders, will increase between $9 and $12.50, depending on the length of the trip.

The plan also calls for cuts to service, which would be the first for the agency.

Metra wants to cut five of the 691 trains that operate on weekdays.

The proposal includes cuts to the Milwaukee North line and the north central service.

Metra officials say the budget plan would help close a $45-million budget gap.

This is a developing story. Check back for details.