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Today’s Headlines for Thursday, November 12

9:01 AM CST on November 12, 2015

    • After Only About 20 People Showed Up to 8 Hearings, Metra Approves "Modest" Fare Hike (Tribune)
    • Yet Another Park Controversy Shows Why Park/School Rule for Speed Cams Was a Bad Idea (DNA)
    • Skyway Closed Due to Winds That Are Rocking Us Like a Hurricane (Tribune)
    • Jury Decides in Favor of Cyclist Who Was Struck After Getting Caught in a Change of Lights (Kevenides)
    • Amtrak Is Seeking Partners to Redevelop Unused Portion of Union Station (Crain's)
    • The Station's "Untouchables" Staircase Has Been Replaced (DNA)
    • Slow Roll Chicago's Oboi Reed Discusses the Movement on WGNTV
    • Parking-Lite High-Rise Proposed a Short Walk From LSD Express Bus Stop (Curbed)
    • North Shore Bars Owners Discuss The Legalization of Happy Hours (Tribune)
    • The Onion Has a Funny/Sad Take on Sexual Harassment on Transit
    • Letter: Cubs Should Install Photo Platform by Marquee to Prevent Fans From Being Struck (Tribune)

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John Greenfield

In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes about transportation and other topics for additional local publications. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and 'L' train.

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