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A Boston Orange Line train. Photo: Adam E. Moreira via Wikipedia

Riding the T During a Heat Wave Was Awful. CTA Will Also Need to Cope With Climate Change

By Lynda Lopez | Aug 6, 2019 | 21 Comments

As climate change progresses, all rapid transit systems will have to figure out how to keep overheated tracks from delaying trains and maintain non-sweltering temperatures inside stations.

The central plaza in Tanhuato, Michoacán. Photo: Lynda Lopez

More Thoughts and Images of Biking in Mexico

By Lynda Lopez | Jul 24, 2019

While biking in Chicago requires preparation, in small Mexican towns cycling the natural way to do short trips and errands.

26th Street in Chicago's Little Village. Image: Google Street View

How Transportation Advocates Can Be Allies During Immigration Crackdowns

By Lynda Lopez | Jul 22, 2019 | 9 Comments

We can't have truly livable cities if immigrants don’t feel safe walking down the street or riding transit.

With new Amtrak service to the Quad Cities moving forward, can't you almost taste the Quad Cities-style pizza? Photo: Martha Williams, Time Out Chicago

Federal FAST Act Commitments Secured for Amtrak Route to the Quad Cities, and More

By John Greenfield | Jun 27, 2019 | 1 Comment

Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth got the Federal Railroad Administration to agree to expediting the Quad Cities project, as well as getting other federal officials to renew their commitment to eliminating traffic fatalities.

Roundabout Answers: Debriefing Rahm Emanuel About His Bike Trip Around Lake Michigan

By John Greenfield | Jun 21, 2019 | 7 Comments

The ex-mayor discusses the most memorable sights, encounters, and challenges; his proudest transportation achievements; and the riverwalk biking controversy.

A bench and flowers placed in front of a house in Pilsen. Photo: Lynda Lopez

How Latinx Chicagoans Remake Public Space

By Lynda Lopez | Jun 18, 2019 | 15 Comments

Whether it's so-called "Latino Urbanism" -- arranging front yards like living rooms -- or simply hanging out with friends on street corners, using public space to interact with others can foster neighborhood cohesion.

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