A new, signature attraction along Chicago River
The Chicago River gained an awe-inspiring addition with the recent opening of the Riverview Bridge on the North Branch, now […]
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Lightfoot increases ride-hailing fees, expands Bus Priority Zones
UPDATE (11/26/19): Mayor Lightfoot’s budget passed Chicago’s City Council, including new fees on Uber and Lyft. Mayor Lightfoot announced Friday
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Chicago should keep e-scooter sharing program
UPDATE (1/29/20): The City of Chicago released an evaluation of the 2019 scooter pilot and announced there will be a
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Ald. Rossana Rodriguez on board with better bus service
In our mission to improve the speed and reliability of CTA buses, Active Trans staff has been taking aldermen on
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Paddling Chicago River between Irving Park and Diversey
An important part of our campaign for a continuous Chicago River Trail is understanding the nature of land along the
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Victory! Active Trans campaign for state walking and biking fund wins $50 million per year
For the first time ever, Illinois’ long-term capital program includes dedicated funding for walking and biking projects. Legislators passed a
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Mayor Lightfoot can reduce Chicago’s car dependency
To tackle traffic congestion and make transportation more affordable, healthy, and equitable, Chicago must make it easier to get around
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Manor Greenway adds to emerging Chicago River Trail
In another big step toward a continuous Chicago River Trail, the city has completed the Manor Neighborhood Greenway on the
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Support Emmett St. affordable housing project
The high cost of housing near sustainable transportation options — CTA train stations in particular — is a major barrier
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Coalition advances river trail initiatives
The emerging network of trails along the Chicago River presents a valuable opportunity to string together a 27-mile path along