Rush hour bus lanes coming to Chicago Avenue
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new Bus Priority Zones program featuring upgrades to several of the busiest routes in the city, including Chicago Avenue, 79th Street and Western Avenue.…
Active Trans
Active Trans is a coalition of people who are working to make biking, walking and transit safe and easy options for getting around Chicagoland.
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Support Emmett St. affordable housing project
The high cost of housing near sustainable transportation options — CTA train stations in particular — is a major barrier to our vision for Chicago in which all residents can…
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Fifth Third Bike the Drive
Experience one of the best bike rides in the world on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, when people on two wheels take over Chicago’s Lake Shore Drive for Fifth Third Bike the Drive.
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The Bike to Work Challenge
Jun 21
Chicago Bike Week
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. Here’s our strategy:
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Do you want better transportation options in the region? Getting involved with our...
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We work with decision makers, local organizations and community members to improve...
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When it comes to making our streets safer and better for walking, biking, and public...
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Compared to other major cities in the U.S. and abroad, our current transit system is drastically...
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A lot has changed since our founding as the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation in 1985, but...
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While Chicago consistently rates well compared to its peers throughout the world...
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