Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, October 19

8:59 AM CDT on October 19, 2016

Tribune Repeats Its Call for Citizens to Vote No on Lockbox Amendment
Cyclist Injured at Lake/Michigan, Where Chicago Fire Filmed Fake Crash Monday (DNA)
After Student's Death, Plan for Lower Speed Limit, 2-Way PBL on Sheridan (Tribune)
CTA Security Cam Capture Images of Robbery Suspects at 33rd Red Line Stop (DNA)
SW Side Politicians Head to D.C. to Try to Resolve Railroad Blockage Issue (DNA)
New Children's Book Is Based on How Red Line Works (DNA)
Gallery: North Branch Trail Extension Is a Great Place to Check Out Fall Colors (DNA)
Hearing in the Bobby Cann Case Friday 10 a.m. at 26th/California (The Chainlink)

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In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes the transportation column for the Chicago Reader weekly paper. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and 'L' train.

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