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Today’s Headlines for Thursday, May 14

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  • Chicago-Area transit agencies still waiting on stimulus cash (WTTW)
  • CTA, union clash over train cleaning procedures amid COVID-19 pandemic (WTTW)
  • CBS: Even though CTA ridership has plummeted, violent crime has remained consistent
  • Lightfoot says lakefront will stay closed when Chicago enters next phase of reopening (Block Club)
  • Naperville Park District may take legal action to reopen parks on its own schedule (Tribune)
  • Time Out offers guidance on which outdoor activities are #CoronaKosher right now
  • It’s been rideable for months, but the Lincoln Village Ped Bridge is officially open (Block Club)

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