Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.

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Second stimulus is big win, but more work to do to save Chicago transit

By Kyle Whitehead | January 11, 2021

The money coming to Chicago-area transit agencies from the second federal COVID relief bill should help avoid major additional service cuts in 2021, but the fight is far from over. […]

Top 10 walking, biking, and transit stories of 2020

By Kyle Whitehead | January 11, 2021

2020 was a challenging year on many fronts. The coronavirus devastated communities across Chicagoland in 2020 and the transportation impacts will be felt for years to come.  Throughout the year, the Active […]

Two key funding sources for projects in your community

By Maggie Melin Czerwinski | January 6, 2021

The walking and biking boom during the pandemic has accelerated community interest in funding bike and pedestrian projects. For decades, these types of projects have proven to make our streets […]

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Upcoming Events

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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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Transportation Alliance works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting.

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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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