Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, May 5
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• Block Club: “Bridge closures have increased congestion on Elston and Division, neighbors say. Drivers are also using a protected bike lane to skirt rush hour traffic.”
• “CTA resuming service on Green Line after delays for person on tracks near Damen” (CBS)
• Axios Chicago looks at both sides of the debate over converting parking spots to people space in various parts of Chicago.
• Have you checked out the Bluesky quote-posts of the Tribune’s “Bikelash” classic, “Bike activists need to stop demonizing Chicago drivers“?
• Why did Archer project supporters make a sign with a mugshot image for yesterday’s dueling rally w/ Archer Guardians opponents like 12th Ward challenger Claudia Zuno?
• Another interesting wrinkle in the Archer drama! Former (?) Archer Guardian Rich Zupkus has launched his own petition against the Complete Streets project (Change.org)
• “The GRand Avenue Safe Streets enthusiasts held a rally yesterday before the downpour set in. Read our coverage of their 1st rally against the Grand Avenue Committee.
• “Morton Grove Metra Station renovation brings updates, amenities and soon a new tenant” (Tribune)
• “Digital Wayfinding Kiosks Could Bring Maps, Ads And Emergency Alerts To Fulton Market” (Block Club)
• John was on Fox 32’s A Four Star Podcast with host Grant Horne. The fun video includes improving the ‘L’, transit funding, and how “road diets” can make streets safer for everyone.
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