Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, September 13

  • Aldermen Approve Plan to Correct “Procedural Errors” With Red Light Tickets (Sun-Times)
  • Bridgeport Alliance Releases Video on the Struggle to Win 31st Street Bus Pilot (DNA)
  • RTA-Funded Study Suggests Evanston Could Relax Parking Requirements at TODs (Tribune)
  • The Tribune Looks at the Argyle Shared Street’s Learning Curve
  • Kamin Looks at Riverline Development’s Potential to Boost Riverfront Access (Tribune)
  • Dodge Protected Bike Lanes Debated at Evanston City Meeting (CBS)
  • Work on Final Segment of North Branch Trail Extension Is Underway (DNA)
  • Don’t Stop Believing: These Jukeboxes Will Help You With Your Car-Free Journey (DNA)
  • How Not to Be a “Backpack-Wielding Ass-Hat” on the CTA (RedEye)
  • Working Bikes Anniversary Party & Fundraiser October 25 at Lagunitas Brewery

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