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Better bus service coming to the NW Side

By Ted Villaire | May 13, 2015

Post image: New and improved bus service is coming to Jefferson Park and Niles.  Recently members of the public gathered at the Niles Park District Oasis Water Park for to learn […]

Workshop highlights big ideas for a better Six Corners

By Ted Villaire | May 13, 2015

Post image:  On April 22, the Six Corners Association and Active Transportation Alliance teamed up to host a community meeting at the Filament theater space to discuss ideas for making […]

Join top businesses and sign letter to save Kinzie bike lane

By Ted Villaire | May 12, 2015

Post image:  Members of Chicago’s business community have issued a joint letter (full text below) calling on elected officials to keep the Kinzie Street protected bike lane in place and […]

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May is Chicago Bike Month

        Throughout the month of May, Chicago Bike Month provides an opportunity to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to give biking […]

Ride of Silence

Join us on May 20, 2026 as we honor those who were injured or killed while biking or walking in the past year. Rides will be held in Chicago and […]

Bike the Drive

Saddle up on Sunday, September 6, 2026 for one of the top bike rides in the nation. Enjoy tremendous views of the lake and skyline on the only day of […]

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Transit

Compared to other major cities in the U.S. and abroad, our current transit system is drastically...

Bicycling

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