A local champion for transportation justice
Active Trans is thrilled to be recognizing US Representative Jesús García for our 35th Anniversary celebration. Known to most people […]
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Longtime staffer reflects on Active Trans’ achievements over the last 35 years
2021 marks a historic milestone for the Active Transportation Alliance. The nonprofit celebrates its 35th anniversary this year in leading
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Join us March 24 for a forum on the future of suburban transit
The COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing economic crisis have reshaped the landscape for public transit in our region’s suburban communities. Dramatic
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Report shows mayor, police drove decisions to shut down transit, raise bridges
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
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Join us at the Chicago Food Justice Summit
As part of the 16th Annual Chicago Food Justice Summit, Active Transportation Alliance is excited to help lead a discussion about how food access
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Belmont Cragin youth urge CTA board to upgrade bus service
Two community youth leaders pressed the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) board at the February meeting on service and cleanliness issues,
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Chicago celebrates Transit Equity Day with Reps. Garcia and Kelly
Hundreds of advocates and community leaders joined Congressman Chuy Garcia and Congresswoman Robin Kelly in Chicago’s first celebration of National
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Veteran advocate brings equity, affordability to the region’s transportation system
Jacky Grimshaw has made an indelible mark on the transportation scene in metropolitan Chicago. The longtime sustainable transportation advocate has
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Progress on transit equity starts with changing funding formulas
Update (11/5/21): Unfortunately, the RTA has since abandoned this data-driven approach that considers racial equity and returned to a more
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Learn the ins and outs of improving transportation in your suburb
Join us in February for a week-long mobilization event aimed at creating better walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland’s suburban
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