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By John Greenfield

9:00 AM CDT on April 17, 2019

Editorial: How Chicago Can Avoid Scooter Mayhem (Tribune)
Metra Grills Amtrak Over February Fugazi that Stranded Nearly 100K Riders (Sun-Times)
Jackson Red Line Station Evacuated Due to Mechanical Problem (ABC)
Gold Coast Bus Evacuated Due to Forgotten Bags (Sun-Times)
Shuttle Bus Service With Racist Ads Is Now Under State Oversight (Tribune)
6-Story Mixed-Use Building Planned for Heartland Cafe Site, Near Morse ‘L’ (Block Club)
Freemont Center Road in Lake County Will Get Bike-Friendly Shoulders (Tribune)
The Tribune Takes a Closer Look at the 95th Street Station Art

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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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