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Waitin’ for the bus station: As 10/20 Greyhound terminal closure looms, what’s happening with efforts to provide a replacement?
Streetsblog readers are likely already in the (West) Loop about what's been going on with the impending closure Chicago's Greyhound bus terminal, 630 W. Harrison Street. If you're not, check out our last article on the subject to get up to speed.
October 9, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, October 9
• WTTW: State lawmakers on efforts to merge CTA, Metra and Pace: "We need a central agency" (WTTW)
October 9, 2024
Circular reasoning: Will Logan Square’s long-awaited traffic circle become a tribute to the Civil War hero, or Chicago’s hottest new music venue?
After a well-attended rock concert at this intersection last month, the possibilities are endless. OK, not really, but the new infrastructure will help slow down drivers.
October 8, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, October 8
• CTA seeking new applications for ADA advisory committee
October 8, 2024
NIMBYs win: Ald. Knudsen, CDOT have removed Dickens Greenway plaza, enabling dangerous cut-through driving in Lincoln Park again
Update 10/11/24, 3:45 PM: As of this afternoon, the Dickens Greenway plaza has been dismantled, and motorists are allowed to drive west across the formerly car-free space. Westbound bike riders are required to "share" the lane with drivers.
October 7, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Monday, October 7
• Metra pushes for permanent Loop-O'Hare service despite low ridership during DNC pilot (NBC, Trains.com)
October 7, 2024
Berwyn! Take a virtual bike ride from the channel to the lake, mostly on Berwyn Avenue, thanks to new contraflow lanes east of Clark Street
While this itinerary detours several blocks onto Balmoral Avenue, next year that shouldn't be necessary.
October 5, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Friday, October 4
• Metra mulls expanding service from Union Station to O'Hare (Crain's)
October 4, 2024
A pedestrian crash raises questions about how to improve safety on Glenwood Avenue in Edgewater
Plus new pedestrian safety initiatives planned in the 48th Ward.
October 3, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Thursday, October 3
• United Center campus project moves forward as owners outline music hall, apartments and park plans (Block Club)
October 3, 2024