The lack of attention to our shameful national record of traffic deaths in the latest infrastructure debate is a political, professional, and moral failing.

Op-Ed: Stop Tolerating Roadway Deaths in our Communities and Start Prioritizing Traffic Safety over Speed

<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>


John Greenfield

Streetsblog Chicago

A quick report from the Archer Avenue traffic safety project supporters on [checks notes] Round 17 of their dueling rallies with the opponents

Tragically, a hit-and-run driver fatally struck Violet Harris, 15 on a Lime e-scooter. The crash report provides details on what reportedly took place.

Today’s Headlines for Friday, March 6

Today’s Headlines for Thursday, March 5

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, March 3

In December I asked Archer project opponent Claudia Zuno if she was seeking office. “No I’m not.” Last week she announced her alder campaign.

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Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, April 1

South Shore Line

Hoosier new train route? Railfans flock to NW Indiana for maiden voyage on South Shore Line’s Monon Corridor. As John Mellencamp sang, “Check it out!”

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, March 31

Red Line Extension

The iceman leaveth: After a judge issued a restraining order, the Trump administration was forced to unfreeze funding for the RLE and RPM projects

High speed rail

High Speed Rail Alliance’s Rick Harnish on why the Chicago to St. Louis HSR route is the test America can’t afford to fail

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Archer NIMBY Claudia Zuno, an ally of Trump apologists Urban Center and Ald. Lopez, is running for alder, with a plan to “Remove obstructive bike lanes”

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