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*Editorial Note (January 17, 2025): We are closer than ever to lowering Chicago’s default speed limit, thanks to the tireless efforts of advocates like you. Your personal stories and outreach […]
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Winter in Chicagoland means clearing those sidewalks of snow so that pedestrians have safe walkways to traverse during the winter. Shoveling sidewalks is not only the neighborly thing to do, […]
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The threat of speeding drivers is a daily reality for many Chicagoans, impacting their safety, well-being, and quality of life. From parents worried about their children’s safety to cyclists and […]
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The Chicago region’s current hub-and-spoke transit system leaves nearly half a million Cook County residents stranded in transit deserts.
Want better options for walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland? Here's your opportunity to get involved.
We want more people choosing transportation options that are healthy, fun and environmentally-friendly.
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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Trans works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting.