Transit Equity Day, February 4, is the day we honor Rosa Parks and reaffirm that transit is a fundamental human and civil right. As we face unprecedented challenges in Chicago’s regional transit system, we must act now to prevent devastating service cuts that would impact millions and hinder our climate change efforts. The Metropolitan Mobility Authority (MMA) proposal offers a […]

Want to get more involved in making our region a better place to walk, roll, bike, and take transit? If you’re interested in learning about tangible ways to make a positive difference in your community and across our region, become a Street Team Advocate! Join one of our two-hour trainings to build your advocacy skills and get up to speed […]

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 to alderpeople have been instrumental in advancing this campaign. While we have come a long ways, we still have lots of work to do. If you haven’t already, please connect with your Chicago alderperson and […]

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 […]

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 to alderpeople have been instrumental in advancing this campaign. On January 15, 2025, while the City Council did not hold a final vote on the speed limit, an important step […]

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 […]