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CDOT responds to previous criticisms of Chicago/Halsted plan with tweaks to make it more walk/bike/bus-friendly

The new design includes recently installed bus lanes, raised bike lanes, and a relatively bike-friendly Chicago/Halsted intersection.

June 6, 2024

Raised expectations: Some curb-protected bike lanes often flood. Could switching to raised lanes solve the problem?

CDOT says building raised bike lanes is more time-consuming and complex that installing on-street bikeways, but raised lanes are becoming more common.

June 6, 2024

Driver of pickup with high front end fatally struck Xyaire Askew, 4, Sunday evening in Avalon Park

The driver said he didn't see the boy before running him over, possibly due in part to the design of his vehicle.

June 5, 2024

At Metra meeting, riders call for through services, better service coordination

Attendees were asked about their interest in taking Metra to O’Hare International Airport, Midway Airport and the Fulton Market District.

June 4, 2024

At 2nd People’s Lobby Transit Town Hall, politicians and riders discussed how to create a world-class system

Attendees talked about how to make buses and trains more reliable, improve conditions for CTA workers, and address the region's looming transit fiscal cliff.

June 4, 2024

Some good news about Clark Street, for a change: A protected bike lane is on the way

CDOT has started constructing pedestrian islands that will double as protection for the new Clark bike lane between Oak Street and Grand Avenue.

June 3, 2024