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8:59 AM CST on January 27, 2014

    • Chiberia II Causes Metra Delays, Havoc on Some Local Roads (Tribune)
    • Teen Who Killed Elderly Niles Pedestrian Charged With DUI  (Suburban Chicago)
    • Driver Who Intentionally Struck Bike Tour Group Gets 5 Years (Kevenides)
    • Opinion: New Metra Safety Technology Is Overdue (Sun-Times)
    • Ex-Metra Police Chief Says Scathing Report Is Unfair (NBC)
    • CTA Has Doubled Its Hiring of Veterans (CBJ)
    • As Driving Declines, More People Are Choosing Transit (Progress Illinois)
    • Homeless Seeking Shelter Draw Complaints From Other CTA Passengers (Depaulia)
    • Talking With Business Owners About Bike Lanes (Columbia Chronicle)
    • Edison Park Residents Whine About Parking Meter Enforcement (BGA)
    • Sick of the Cold? Go Urban Spelunking With This Interactive Pedway Map (DNA)

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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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