Today’s Headlines for Friday, January 31
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• RTA: “Regional transit ridership hits post-pandemic high in 2024; 11 percent jump from 2023”
• Man was arguing with 2 men, 51 and 30, Thursday around 10:30 PM on Clark/Lake platform when he stabbed them in face, chest and fled (CBS)
• Lionel Barrow from Abundant Housing: Hopkins blocking Old Town TOD is an example of how “aldermanic prerogative is hurting our city” (City That Works)
• If you’re upset by NIMBYs blocking 100 affordable transit-friendly units in Old town, sign this (non-developer-afiliated) letter of support (Michael McClean)
• “CTA Workforce Outreach Event Offers Gateway to Careers in Construction”
• Whether Your Journeys Take You to a Magical Kingdom or the Loop, Let CTA Be Your Ride Around Town”
• Active Trans: “If you’re interested in improving walk/bike/transit in your community and across our region, become a Street Team Advocate!“
• “CTA and Metra Are Your Best Rides to the 2025 Chicago Auto Show“
• Lots of bike events this weekend: Femmes + Thems ride, Out Our Front Door hang, Latino Outdoors workshop, Chicago Winter Bike Swap (Block Club)
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