Transit advocates weigh in on the CTA’s Refresh & Renew program
Advocates say the program to occasionally deep-clean 'L' stations is nice, but it would be great if the agency put more effort into keeping train stops sanitary all the time.
March 14, 2024
New Elevated Chicago / DePaul studies look at how vacant lots near transit impact quality of life on the South and West sides
The reports also finds that redevelopment of this land is more likely to bring about positive change when community members are heavily involved.
March 12, 2024
Red Line Extension project will soon have an office space in Pullman
REDefine Southside Partners will be the construction manager for this project.
March 5, 2024
At ATA’s Transit is Essential Town Hall, participants discussed strategies to improve local bus and train service
Ideas included offering more Metra reverse-commute service, diversifying the transit advocacy community, and canvassing door-to-door on public transportation issues.
March 4, 2024
RTA and CMAP discuss future of paratransit at Urban Transportation Center seminar
CMAP providing technical assistance to improve transit for people with disabilities. But looming budget gap threatens service systemwide.
February 28, 2024
Map: Ventra suggests Black history landmarks on the South Side you can visit by transit
Ventra provided a list of African-American historical sites, mostly on or near King Drive, and not far from the Green Line. Streetsblog created an interactive map to help you find them.
February 19, 2024
In its current form, state bill with goal of preventing unjust police stops would enable deadly speeding and DUIs
It would be totally counterproductive to try to prevent racial profiling by forcing officers to look the other way when motorists excessively speed or drive intoxicated.
February 7, 2024
How the Equiticity mobility justice nonprofit invests in community change
Equiticity's current Invest in Real Community Change Campaign seeks to raise $125,000 from 300 donors.
February 5, 2024
CTA says surveys reveal customer satisfaction has gone up. What do transit advocates make of that finding?
The Active Transportation Alliance and the grassroots transit advocacy group Commuters Take Action talked about their impressions of the survey results.
February 1, 2024
Access Pilot Program kicks off tomorrow, expanding Metra’s reduced fares to include low-income riders who aren’t elderly or disabled
The initiative starts will run through July 31, 2025, thanks to the combined efforts of the Regional Transportation Authority, Metra, and Cook County.
January 31, 2024
