<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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Today’s Headlines for Thursday, August 14

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Transit Fiscal Cliff

Enter the Capitol (2 chambers): Has perfection been the enemy of the good in passing transit bill? Buckner says no, citing Wu-Tang Clan.

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Today’s Headlines for Tuesday 7/22

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Driver fatally struck Shaheed Muhammed, 56, on bike at 63rd/Halsted, fled. Driver killed Rosa Hernandez, 69, at Roosevelt/Halsted in alleged DUI.

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Thanks to support from readers, we’ve far surpassed our fund drive goal! But we still need your help to find another major funding source.

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Ellen Steinke’s full response to Capitol Fax: “Did I spread ‘misinformation’ about the transit bill? Here’s what the record shows.”

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It’s time for protected bike lanes on Sheridan Road

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Chicago Bike PAC, to “provide a little bit of political weight and muscle” to elect safe streets advocates, launches this Thursday at SRAM HQ

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, August 19

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Dorval Carter Jr. broke the CTA. Nora Leerhsen’s on track to fix it – if we fund her work.

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Uptown, girl! Installation of the Uptown Extension protected bike lanes on Clark from Montrose to Winnemac is slated to start today

Today’s Headlines for Monday, August 18

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