The massive new federal funding bill making its way through Washington includes $45 million in much-needed funds for active transportation projects — but it&#8217;s still a tiny fraction of what American communities actually need.

Federal Funding Bill Contains $45M for New Active Transportation Program

<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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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.

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”

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, February 17

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Smoking on CTA

“SBC versus smoking on the CTA” part five: Posting pizza-themed anti-puffing PSAs on the ‘L’ at every Blue Line stop provided a slice of Windy City life.

Today’s Headlines for Friday, March 20

Complete Streets

Exit interview with former 47th Ward COS Josh Mark: For bike and bus upgrades to be successful, “they need to be thorough and complete.”

Today’s Headlines for Thursday, March 19

James Porter

Safe Streets

Last Sunday’s edition of “Safe Streets: The Comedy Show” featured Latino alders and advocates, and a discussion of the Archer Avenue “biketroversy”