On Jan. 15, Chicago City Council is considering a crucial ordinance to lower Chicago’s default speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph, and your voice can make a difference.   WHY THIS MATTERS 70 percent of fatal crashes in Chicago involve unsafe speeding Black Chicagoans account for two out of every three victims of traffic violence Lowering the speed […]

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, but it’s also the law in some places, including Chicago. While we strongly support the effort to make sidewalk snow removal in Chicago a municipal service, snow removal—for now—continues to […]

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 pedestrians feeling endangered on their daily commutes, the consequences of speeding are far-reaching. As the Chicago City Council considers lowering the speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph, we […]

2024 has been a big year for advocates of sustainable mobility in our region. In Chicago, we’ve witnessed more people biking while also seeing a notable decrease in pedestrian and cyclist fatalities and injuries. Additionally, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has successfully restored its service to pre-pandemic levels, and the ongoing efforts to reduce Chicago’s speed limit are showing promise, […]

Our local transit system has some work to do when it comes to being laser-focused on the needs of riders. Fortunately, there’s an abundance of great examples around the world of successful regional transit systems. I recently participated in a trip to Germany to learn more about the transit systems in Munich and Berlin with the goal of bringing back […]

This fall, Chicago’s Greyhound station was on the brink of closure. Thankfully, the threat of the bus terminal shutting its doors ended with a temporary reprieve that will keep the downtown terminal operating longer. However, the ultimate long-term future of an enclosed intercity bus terminal in Chicago remains uncertain. Across the Midwest, people rely on intercity buses as an affordable […]

This January, from the comfort of your own home, you’re invited to join a free, online map-a-thon training to learn how to virtually map the conditions of your local sidewalks and bikeways. During the training, you’ll learn how to evaluate sidewalks, curb ramps, crosswalks, and bikeways to help ensure your community is safer and more accessible for everyone. The training […]

The Active Transportation Alliance’s recent annual member party was abuzz with excitement as participants celebrated the organization’s successes of the past year and shared plans for the coming months. The highlight of the evening was a panel discussion focusing on the work of local partners involved in sustainable transportation advocacy. Panelists shared information about how they became involved in the […]

W. Robert Schultz III has been a powerful force for activism in Illinois for decades. His efforts have championed critical causes, including marriage equality, the abolition of the death penalty, and the protection of immigrant rights, and his work has not gone unnoticed. And for the past 6 years, as a campaign organizer for the Active Transportation Alliance, he’s been […]

Each year in May, Chicagoland celebrates Bike Month with exciting bike-related activities like community rides, educational workshops, and repair clinics. While the Active Transportation Alliance plays a role in organizing some of these events, most are led by passionate grassroots groups and local municipalities. These organizations are the true champions of local biking culture, quietly making a big impact by […]