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By John Greenfield

10:28 AM CST on February 22, 2019

Mayoral Candidates Support Upgrading Metra Electric (Active Trans)
Why Are U.S. Cities Becoming More Dangerous for Pedestrians and Cyclists? (Fast Company)
Multibillion-Dollar Plan Would Build High-Rises Over Metra Tracks by Soldier Field (Tribune)
MED Saw Major Delays After Freight Derailment Near East Hazel Crest (Sun-Times)
What a Racket! Check Out the Squash Court Being Built at Union Station (Tribune)
Chainlinkers Share Winter Bike Chain Maintenance Tips
Anthony Foxx Will Keynote the Shared Mobility Summit, March 5-7 at the Fairmont Hotel

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John Greenfield

In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John has written about transportation and more for many other local and national publications. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city and region on foot, bike, bus, and train.

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