<p>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.</p>


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Yes, CTA needs to be and feel safer. But despite what the U.S. transit czar implied, Trump shouldn’t use that as an excuse to send in National Guard.

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The second edition of “Chicago Transit Hikes” by Lindsay Welbers discusses more great nature trails you can access without driving there

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Today’s Headlines for Thursday, September 11

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Eyes on the street: Take a virtual ride on the nifty new protected bike lanes on Belmont between Milwaukee and Kimball

Today’s Headlines for Friday, August 29

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Beverly resident Anne Alt asked Rep. Mary Gill (D-35th) to help pass a transit reform/funding bill during veto session. Here’s Gill’s response.

Today’s Headlines for Thursday, October 9

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At CTA board meeting, an update on bus lane cams, and commiseration over Trump’s blockade of RLE grant: “This is not normal.”

Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, October 8

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Eyes on the Street: The basically completed Granville Greenway has likely reduced car traffic, increased sustainable transportation use

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