John Greenfield
In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes the transportation column for the Chicago Reader weekly paper. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and 'L' train.
Recent Posts
Hit-and-run driver killed Angela R. Mcknight, 49, crossing street in Lawndale on Memorial Day
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Tragically, a hit-and-run SUV driver fatally struck Angela R. Mcknight, 49, as she crossed the 1200 block of South Independence Drive yesterday evening in the Lawndale neighborhood.
The CTA answered my FOIA on its board’s low ridership – on the day I was put in a coma
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The CTA didn't provide me a FOIA response for months, and then finally did so at a time when I was unable to read it.
CPD has not arrested driver who killed cyclist Rick Lomas on May 7
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A fatal hit-and-run bike crash that took place on Sunday, May 7, in Humboldt Park is still unsolved by the Chicago Police Department.
An update on the resumption of Streetsblog Chicago
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Thanks to everyone who has helped to make Streetsblog Chicago's recovery possible. Please wish us luck as we proceed with the current situation. And thank you for continuing to read SBC!
Eyes on the street: Curb protection is bustin’ out all over
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Chicago Department of Transportation crews are busy making good on CDOT's promise to upgrade all existing "protected" bike lanes with precast concrete curbs by the end of 2023.
Ridership numbers suggest transit is partly to thank for relatively little Kennedy drama
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Despite the significantly longer Kennedy travel times, there hasn't been much uproar about the project creating a carpocalypse.
What if we applied the Transit Ambassadors model to create safe, orderly public spaces?
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This could be a cost-effective way to promote public safety, help at-risk individuals, create jobs, and improve downtown's reputation as a safe, fun place to spend time.
Man, 59, fatally struck by driver at 89th/Cottage is third Chatham ped fatality this year
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The man was the 13th person walking to be struck and killed on Chicago streets this year.
Commuters Take Action uses the CTA’s Blue Line livestream to protest spotty service
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Unfortunately, the CTA won't be able to run significantly more trains systemwide until staffing is closer to full strength again, and that means improving conditions for workers.
CDOT quietly relocated 16 ineffective speed cameras. What impact will that have on safety?
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The Chicago Department of Transportation, which oversees the program, said this was done in response to last year's UIC study of our city's speed cameras.
CTA boasts of better reliability, offers new deets on hiring, CTA Action says more is needed
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While the CTA continues to make increment progress in reliability and staffing, Commuters Take Action says it's not nearly enough to get the system where it needs to go.
What are agencies doing to ease Kennedy lane closure pain, and what should they do?
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IDOT and other local transportation agencies are taking steps to address the challenges this project may pose for people commuting by both cars and more sustainable modes.