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Beyond Chicagoland

Why it’s difficult for newbies to navigate Metra, and how it can be made easier

Igor Studenkov

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The South Shore Line’s shuttle bus service is a bit of a mess

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IDOT’s multiyear plan supports intercity rail, bus-on-shoulder… and lots of driving projects

Courtney Cobbs

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What can Chicago learn about cycling from the Netherlands?

<p>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 &#8216;L&#8217; train.</p>


John Greenfield

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CTA, 4 other Illinois transit systems get federal funding for bus electrification

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Englewood Nature Trail, other Illinois walk/bike/transit projects get federal RAISE grants

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Lightfoot’s ex-deputy mayor of public security to John Kass: I pack heat on the CTA

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Education, infrastructure, and holding drivers accountable > bike helmets for cyclist safety

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Yup, ex-Vox editor Matthew Yglesias is wrong that Chicago is doomed – here’s why.

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Mayor Lightfoot, state officials, and federal electeds advocate for Union Station upgrades