Hundreds of advocates and community leaders joined Congressman Chuy Garcia and Congresswoman Robin Kelly in Chicago’s first celebration of National […]
Chicago celebrates Transit Equity Day with Reps. Garcia and Kelly Read More
Update (11/5/21): Unfortunately, the RTA has since abandoned this data-driven approach that considers racial equity and returned to a more
Progress on transit equity starts with changing funding formulas Read More
The Chicago Transit Authority took an important step forward in keeping riders safe and healthy by starting to offer free,
2020 was a challenging year on many fronts. The coronavirus devastated communities across Chicagoland in 2020 and the transportation impacts will be
Top 10 walking, biking, and transit stories of 2020 Read More
Active Trans recently hosted an online transit justice forum to call attention to the federal budget shortfall for transit agencies.
As we continue to fight for emergency federal support for Chicago area public transit, Active Trans joined a coalition of
UPDATE (10/14/20): In response to the petition, Mayor Lightfoot’s Office said in a statement to WTTW that they will work
Advocates call for keeping transit running during any post-election protests Read More
Chicago faces many challenges as officials prepare next year’s budget. Among those challenges is the need to improve mobility options
Support better transportation in Chicago’s 2021 budget Read More
Active Trans Campaign Organizer W. Robert Schultz III, a 31st Ward resident, provided testimony at a Chicago City Council hearing
Chicago’s budget needs to advance bus and bike lanes Read More
The following is an organizational statement from Active Transportation Alliance Executive Director Amy Rynell. For more on the shutdowns, see
Take action now to stop public transit and Divvy shutdowns Read More
