John Greenfield

In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John has written about transportation and more for many other local and national publications. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city and region on foot, bike, bus, and train.

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CTA

CTA takes steps to help ensure free New Years Eve service won’t be terrible again this year

The grassroots transit advocacy group Commuters Take Action says they're "cautiously optimistic" about the CTA's NYE plan.

John Greenfield

December 29, 2023

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Today’s Headlines for Friday, December 29

• 2023 in review: A look back at the CTA and public transportation through Tribune op-eds

John Greenfield

December 29, 2023

Neighborhood Greenway

47th Ward confirms Leland Greenway west of Clark isn’t happening this year, promises it will get built in 2024

There's no question that Ald. Matt Martin (47th) is one of the City Counci's most outspoken advocates for safe bicycling infrastructure. Heck, the man's Twitter bio literally says "Build Protected Bike Lanes."

John Greenfield

December 28, 2023

Today’s Headlines for Thursday, December 28

• Ald. Timmy Knudsen (43rd) celebrates the opening of the Dickens Greenway, which was delayed for years by next-level NIMBY-ism (Block Club)

John Greenfield

December 28, 2023

Far South Side

The 130th Street sidepath, connecting the new Red Line station and Major Taylor Trail, is moving ahead

CDOT says the project will be entering its preliminary design phase soon, although it may be a while before it's ready to ride.

Cameron Bolton

December 27, 2023

Streetsblog Chicago

Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, December 27

• After Chicago blocks unannounced busloads, more migrants dropped off at suburban Metra stops in Hinsdale, Westmont, and Naperville (Patch, Naperville)

John Greenfield

December 27, 2023