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Can we fix Route 66? New project aims to make Ogden Avenue more people-friendly
The project, which includes Ogden between Pulaski Road and Western Avenue, is being coordinated by the Chicago Department of Transportation in cooperation with local alderpersons.
April 21, 2023
One Howard Street project kicks off Saturday. Here’s how to improve the corridor.
The goals of the project are somewhat undefined, but that's not necessarily a bad thing this early in the process.
April 20, 2023
Eyes on the street: Curb protection is bustin’ out all over
Chicago Department of Transportation crews are busy making good on CDOT's promise to upgrade all existing "protected" bike lanes with precast concrete curbs by the end of 2023.
April 19, 2023
What if we applied the Transit Ambassadors model to create safe, orderly public spaces?
This could be a cost-effective way to promote public safety, help at-risk individuals, create jobs, and improve downtown's reputation as a safe, fun place to spend time.
April 18, 2023
Chicago Loop Alliance report shows rising pedestrian activity downtown, and more driving
It's critical that public transportation, alongside business, culture, and tourism, makes a full comeback. Rising emissions, increasing traffic violence and car-choked streets are not recovery.
April 14, 2023
CDOT quietly relocated 16 ineffective speed cameras. What impact will that have on safety?
The Chicago Department of Transportation, which oversees the program, said this was done in response to last year's UIC study of our city's speed cameras.
April 13, 2023
Chicago Cycling Strategy lays out a vision for a connected, protected bikeway network
CDOT recently released a document entitled Chicago Cycling Strategy, outlining a long-term strategy to improve cycling safety in the city and build the best bike network in the country.
April 11, 2023
Let’s *go* Brandon! Will Johnson keep his big transportation campaign promises?
Johnson's campaign was all about promising fresh approaches to Chicago's problems, so here's hoping he applies that philosophy to traffic safety and mobility challenges as well.
April 6, 2023
Resumen de la reunión del Colaborativo de movilidad de Chicago en marzo
La primera reunión trimestral del Colaborativo de movilidad de Chicago del año se llevó a cabo la semana pasada el jueves 16 de marzo en el McKinley Park Fieldhouse.
April 1, 2023
Chicago Mobility Collaborative March meeting recap
The first quarterly Chicago Mobility Collaborative meeting of the year was held this past week on Thursday March 16th at the McKinley Park Fieldhouse.
April 1, 2023
