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Cameras can help Chicago slow down cars but must be deployed fairly
During a difficult Chicago budget season, Mayor Lori Lightfoot is proposing changes to the city’s speed camera program that would lower the speed at
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Advocates call for keeping transit running during any post-election protests
UPDATE (10/14/20): In response to the petition, Mayor Lightfoot’s Office said in a statement to WTTW that they will work
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It’s that time again to show support for bus-only lanes on NLSD
The multi-year North Lake Shore Drive reconstruction project is at another critical decision point and we need your input on
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Big threat looms for local transit riders if no action taken
Without $32 billion in emergency funding needed for public transit, public transportation will be devastated both locally and across the
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Moving beyond four main barriers to building protected bike lanes in Chicago
Protected bike lanes have been proven again and again as the best approach for making streets safe and comfortable for
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Pop-up bus lanes coming to Chicago Ave and 79th St.
The Chicago Department of Transportation and the Chicago Transit Authority are rolling out a new pilot that will implement “pop up essential bus
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Ride the BLT—a socially distanced bike ride!
Looking for some socially distanced physical activity this fall? From the organization that brings you Fifth Third Bike the Drive,
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Metra must get past serving just white-collar suburban riders
This is a guest post by Scott Presslak, a regional transit advocate who runs the Star:Line Chicago Twitter account. As
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Join our transit discussion during Cook County Racial Equity Week
Active Transportation Alliance is excited to co-host a discussion on public transit during Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s second
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