<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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49th Ward says the car-free Glenwood Alfresco block is going back to drivers on weekdays. Nearby Jarvis Square will stay car-free.

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At RTA board meeting, Executive Director Redden discussed lessons from Asia, the move to NITA, and improving bike-ped access to transit

Catching up with legendary Chicago bike advocate Kathy Schubert

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Like transit, SBC was recently saved from the brink! But we still need your help to raise $50K to keep rolling through 2026.

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Partying like it’s 2026: Officials and dozens of advocates celebrated next year’s rosier transit picture, talked BRT, over pints at Beguile Brewery

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Naysayers made noise about Kedzie and Archer Complete Street projects. Ald. Ramirez and CDOT discussed why the safety upgrades are needed.

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Key findings from CDOT’s annual Chicago Traffic Crashes report

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, November 25

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Gimme five: First Bus Priority Corridor Study meeting floated upgrades to Pulaski, Western, Cottage Grove, Fullerton, 55th

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Myron Levin’s documentary “Power Trip” looks at the the media culture around dangerous driving. Join SBC for a screening on Sunday 11/16.

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