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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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Sponsored by GOGO Charters - Chicago

Today’s Headlines for Friday, March 7

March 7, 2025
Intercity buses

The rise of a Midwest intercity bus network: GOGO Charters is rolling out two new routes from Chicago this summer

March 6, 2025
CTA

10 minute version: CTA promises shorter headways on 20 bus routes. There are a *bunch* of reasons riders hope the plan will work out.

March 5, 2025
Today's Headlines

Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, March 5

March 5, 2025
Speed enforcement

As City expands speed camera program, Tribune claims there’s no “legitimate proof that it’s improving safety.” Nope, here’s the data.

And here's how to make the program more equitable. Bring back 50 percent fine discounts for lower-income drivers, and a 11 mph ticketing threshold – with a 25 speed limit.

March 4, 2025
Sponsored by Roscoe Village Bikes

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, March 4

March 4, 2025
Streetsblog Chicago

A close, controversial Council vote to borrow $830M for infrastructure: Should safe streets advocates have a glass-half-full POV?

March 3, 2025
Sponsored by Total Charter Bus

Today’s Headlines for Monday, March 3

March 3, 2025
CTA

At her joyful retirement party, the “Mayor” of the Armitage Brown Line station offers advice to live by for riders – and CTA brass

February 28, 2025
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