Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.
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The coronavirus pandemic has presented unique challenges for transit agencies across the country. As Chicago and other cities continue to shift into the next phases of reopening, transitioning public transit […]
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Recently, transit service across the Chicago region was shut down in response to protests. This included buses, trains, Divvy bike sharing, and paratransit. Active Transportation Alliance would like to hear […]
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Since March, the Active Trans Bus Organizing Fellows have been conducting online surveys with essential workers from historically marginalized communities who depend on public transit to get to their jobs. […]
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The Chicago region’s current hub-and-spoke transit system leaves nearly half a million Cook County residents stranded in transit deserts.
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Join us on Tuesday, December 2 to celebrate the year’s accomplishments, meet fellow members, and offer a round of applause for our advocate and volunteer awardees. The movement has grown […]
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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.