John Greenfield
In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes about transportation and other topics for additional local publications. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and ‘L’ train.
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Wake them up *before* September ends: New statements from Amtrak, Ald. Conway, Mayor’s Office on Greyhound terminal negotiations
If action isn't taken by October 1, Chicago will become the world's largest northern hemisphere city with no intercity bus station.
August 30, 2024
Are Tribune’s calls to move Greyhound terminal due to the paper’s ties to the current station owner, who would profit from selling the land?
Tribune editorial page editors say no. But a spokesperson for Amtrak, which opposes bus rider using Union Station, wondered why it took a while to run the railroad's rebuttal.
August 29, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Thursday, August 29
August 29, 2024
How can we stop Chicago from becoming the world’s largest northern hemisphere city without an intercity bus terminal?
More than 100 people showed up for a talk where Ald. Ramirez-Rosa said a resolution has been submitted calling for creative solutions to save the Greyhound station.
August 28, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, August 27
August 27, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Friday, August 23
August 23, 2024