Today’s Headlines for Friday, August 5

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By John Greenfield

9:45 AM CDT on August 5, 2022

Sun-Times interviews man who fought back against 6 CTA robbers, reports violent transit crime is at a decade high
Contrary to initial reports, driver of South Bend Congressional rep Jackie Walorski’s SUV caused deadly crash (CBS)
Crystal Lake crash: Driver who plowed into home unable to communicate due to injuries, police say (ABC)
Letter: “Diesel CTA buses are making the climate worse.” No, they’re improving it. (Sun-Times)
Joliet’s Scott St. pedestrian tunnel will be closed for about a week for construction on transit center (WJOL)
Chicago’s Out Our Front Door cycling group discusses its efforts to make bike camping more inclusive (Block Club)
47th Ward community bike ride with Ald. Matt Martin 6:30 tonight at Welles Park

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John Greenfield

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.

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