For years, we have championed not only increased funding, but also meaningful transformation of our public transportation system. Riders continue to face a fragmented transit network—schedules and fares are inconsistent, full accessibility remains out of reach, and service often falls short of meeting the community’s needs and expectations. That’s why we’re excited to share a major milestone: On the final […]

On Sunday, August 31, thousands of cyclists will be reclaiming Chicago’s iconic lakefront for a morning of pure, pedal-powered joy. Bike the Drive is back! And now, as we’re stepping into summer, we want to see your favorite Bike the Drive moments!   SHARE THE JOY AND WIN Here’s an opportunity to win some free passes to Chicago’s favorite biking […]

On Sunday in the wee hours, the Illinois General Assembly adjourned without finalizing a solution to the transit fiscal cliff – the Northeast Illinois transit agencies’ $770 million budget deficit. While the Senate passed a funding and reform package, it was at 11:45 p.m., and there wasn’t time for the House to debate and vote on it before midnight. As […]

With the clock winding down on Saturday, lawmakers couldn’t find a way to put the $770 million transit shortfall at the top of the list of a packed agenda. Now, Northeast Illinois’ transit agencies are left hanging over the edge of the fiscal cliff. This inaction is more than just a missed opportunity — it’s a direct threat to the […]

What can nearly $140 million do to improve walking, biking, and trails in Illinois? The answer is a lot! Indeed, one of the many great features of walking and biking infrastructure is that a relatively small amount of funding goes a long way when compared to typical infrastructure projects for driving. The Governor’s Office and Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) […]

With a May 31 deadline looming, leaders in Springfield are working down to the wire to address the region’s transit funding and operations crisis. If new funding is not approved by the end of the legislative session, transit agencies will be forced to begin to plan for devastating cuts in bus and train service. After years of degrading service and […]

The Active Transportation Alliance’s recent Movers and Shakers Ball brought together a vibrant community of advocates, planners, and partners to celebrate a remarkable milestone: forty years of championing people-centered mobility in Chicagoland. The energy in the room was palpable as attendees explored a series of inspiring exhibits — each one a testament to the bold ideas and creative vision that […]

Every day, over one million people in our region rely on public transit to get to work, school, and home. But right now, that lifeline is in jeopardy. Without urgent action from state lawmakers by the end of May, riders like you face real, immediate threats: Suspension of service on all or part of four CTA rail lines Elimination of over half […]

May 31 marks a crossroads for Chicagoland’s transit future. As the 104th session of the Illinois General Assembly concludes, lawmakers face a clear choice: invest in a world-class public transportation system or allow our region’s transit agencies to slide into a crisis of deep service cuts and missed opportunities. The Active Transportation Alliance, together with the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition […]

Here’s something that might surprise you: Rolling through a stop sign on a bike — when done with care — can actually make streets safer for everyone. While we’ve all been taught to treat stop signs as sacred, no matter our mode of transportation, new research is turning that old wisdom on its head. Enter the “Safety Stop,” a smart, […]