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Today’s headlines for Wednesday, August 5
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Divvy’s $50 million expansion to the far South Side underway (Divvy) Chicago Public Schools to go fully remote for the autumn (Sun-Times) Some CTA entrances along Blue Line will be closed for repairs (Block Club) Neighborhood battle brewing over affordable housing on northwest side (WTTW) Artist Don’t Fret showcases new installation along riverwalk (Tribune) Apartment […]
Introducing Streets Calling, a new bike group for Black Chicagoans
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Their rides have been drawing dozens or even hundreds of participants, but so far they've kept a low profile in the larger bike community.
Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, August 4
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How a new corner store in Englewood could help combat poverty (Citylab) Weighing the risks of recreational travel during the pandemic (Tribune) Suburban bars and restaurants asked to take steps in combating COVID (Sun-Times) CTA bus drivers say many riders still not wearing masks (ABC 7) Gov. Pritzker opens door to fines for those not […]
LSD bus lanes are back on the table: We’ve won a battle, now let’s win the war
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If we're going to address the climate crisis and promote a more equitable transportation system, we need to pressure local officials to take bold action to improve transit.
Sound off on suburban bus service during the pandemic with a new Pace survey
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Pace is looking for feedback from transit riders that will help the agency plan its next steps.
Today’s Headlines for Monday, August 3
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The Atlantic notes the folly of Lightfoot keeping beaches closed while indoor restaurants, gyms are open Local leaders discuss how to keep Chicagoland transit from falling into a “death spiral” (Crain’s) Police: Boy, 17, killed after striking pole in Plainfield while speeding (Sun-Times) Police release image of SUV from hit-and-run crash that injured girl, 11 […]