After passing in the Illinois House of Representatives last month, our bill — HB 270 — to eliminate the local […]
Take action now for more sidewalks and bike lanes on state roads Read More
The proposed One Central tower and transit hub on Chicago’s South Side is poorly conceived and wouldn’t increase transit access
Rep. Buckner files bill to stop public financing of One Central development Read More
The heads of Metra commuter rail and Pace Suburban Bus agree the pandemic has changed suburban transit forever. Now they’re
Suburban Chicagoland transit leaders prepare to change Read More
If you’ve ever considered pursuing a walking, biking, or public transit improvement project in your suburban community, you’ll find this
Inspiration and guidance for advocates in suburban communities Read More
The Illinois House is advancing Active Trans’ bill to eliminate the local share of the costs for walking and biking
Action alert: More senators needed to co-sponsor bill to make state roads safer Read More
2021 marks a historic milestone for the Active Transportation Alliance. The nonprofit celebrates its 35th anniversary this year in leading
Longtime staffer reflects on Active Trans’ achievements over the last 35 years Read More
The transportation committee in the Illinois State House is considering a bill that would make roads safer for vulnerable users,
Action Alert: Help make state roads safer for people walking and biking Read More
A new report from Chicago’s Inspector General (IG) finds police and emergency management personnel had outsize influence on decisions to shut down transit and raise bridges during last
Report shows mayor, police drove decisions to shut down transit, raise bridges Read More
As part of the 16th Annual Chicago Food Justice Summit, Active Transportation Alliance is excited to help lead a discussion about how food access
Two community youth leaders pressed the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) board at the February meeting on service and cleanliness issues,
Belmont Cragin youth urge CTA board to upgrade bus service Read More
