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Have reduced South Side Metra fares increased ridership? It’s complicated
The jury is still out on whether the Fair Transit South Cook reduced fare pilot, which launched in January 2021, has increased ridership on the Metra Electric District and Rock Island District lines.
December 8, 2021
“Reimagining Mobility’’ series encourages Lawndale residents to explore diverse travel modes
The series is organized by the mobility justice Equiticity, which is also working to open The Go Hub, a neighborhood transportation resource center.
December 7, 2021
No, concerns about equity didn’t kill the Ashland BRT plan. A car-centric backlash did.
It's not that city officials need to pick a more equitable street for bus rapid transit next time. They just need to show some backbone.
December 7, 2021
At annual meeting, ATA prioritizes safe streets, transit access, and lowering emissions
Hopefully the funding wins from the past year prepare the ground for big material changes in the years ahead.
December 6, 2021
18 of the 24 developments in Chicago’s affordable housing plan are eTODs
At three quarters of the developments, residents will have good access to public transportation, and therefore education, jobs, healthcare and retail.
December 6, 2021
Public space in Chicago could go from good to great with more high-quality seating
More public seating could make the city of Chicago more hospitable, more accessible, and more lively.
December 2, 2021
Mobility leaders assess 5 years of e-scooters, and draw insights from the Chicago pilots
Read the article citations here.
November 30, 2021
CDOT marked World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims with a TV program
The Waukesha SUV murders made this year's observation of the memorial event particularly salient.
November 24, 2021
Let’s address crime, smoking, and homelessness on CTA effectively and humanely
A new petition proposes more police and taller fare gates. We encourage readers to advocate for transit ambassadors and holistic solutions for homelessness instead.
November 23, 2021
Illinois’ highway expansion plans show our leaders aren’t serious about climate change
Adding more likes to the Eisenhower Expressway and other roads won't solve congestion, but it will encourage more driving and create more climate-killing emissions.
November 22, 2021
