How Will Scooters Function in Chicago? My Trip to Austin, Texas, Offered a Preview
Scooters don't seem to be causing major sidewalk clutter or pedestrian safety issues in Austin, but use is largely focused in wealthier, centrally located neighborhoods.
May 3, 2019
Vast Majority of Residents at Last Night’s Hearing Support Logan Affordable TOD Plan
Although a vocal minority of detractors spoke against the 100-percent affordable development by the Logan Blue Line stop, 78 percent of attendees voted to support the plan.
April 25, 2019
Prior to Tonight’s Logan TOD Hearing, Supporters Make Their Final Case
Reps from CUE, Active Trans, and Darwin Elementary, as well as local politicians Jesus “Chuy” Garcia and Will Gazardi, voiced support for the development.
April 24, 2019
Black Cyclists Weigh in on the Recent Lakefront Trail Assaults
Members of the group 2wheelgods argue that the correct response to the muggings is more community investment, not more policing.
April 19, 2019
New Group Tries to Delegitimize 100% Affordable TOD Plan, Calling It “Half-Baked”
This development could serve as a best practice for creating equitable transit-oriented development in other parts of the city. But neighbors are sniping at the plan.
April 16, 2019
Class, Race, and Sharing Space on the Lakefront Trail
It's vital to always consider whether we are making room for others as we ride.
April 9, 2019
“Bicycle / Race” Author Adonia Lugo Offers Advice on Building “Human Infrastructure”
Lugo discussed why cities need to pay as much attention to the "software" of community relationships as the hardware of transportation infrastructure.
April 7, 2019
Dr. Adonia Lugo Discusses Her Book “Bicycle/Race” This Thursday at IIT
This event, which looks at who needs to be at the table during transportation planning conversations, is timely since it takes place two days after Chicago elects its first Black female mayor.
April 2, 2019
What Mexican Biking Taught Me About Chicago Cycling
Learning to broaden what we view as cycling culture can only allow us to include more voices and experiences into the conversation.
March 28, 2019
How New Mobility Tech Could Impact TOD — For Good or Bad
Ride-share, shared mobility devices, and autonomous vehicles could help expand the TOD zone, but they could also exacerbate transportation inequities if all residents don't have good access.
March 26, 2019
