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Lime Says 65,124 Miles Were Ridden on Their Scooters in Chicago Since June 15
Lime estimates that 19,537 vehicle miles have been avoided in Chicago since the pilot launch, and 800 gallons of gas saved, but that doesn't factor in the gas burned picking up, recharging, and redistributing the vehicles.
July 30, 2019
Lori’s Proposal to End License Suspensions for Non-Moving Violations Is a Good Idea
With the exception of blocked crosswalks and bike lanes, parking violations don't pose a threat to public safety, so they shouldn't result in license suspensions that can create a debt spiral.
July 24, 2019
How Transportation Advocates Can Be Allies During Immigration Crackdowns
We can't have truly livable cities if immigrants don’t feel safe walking down the street or riding transit.
July 22, 2019
Chicagoans Can Test-Ride New e-Divvies at Upcoming South Side Community Tours
If you've been eager to try out the new electric Divvies, here's your chance. You can also suggest locations for the new stations during the tour events an at a new webpage.
July 22, 2019
Recent CTA Upgrades I Appreciate, and Other Aspects That Can Use Some Work
Bus Tracker and Train Tracker are a godsend, but we need more 24/7 bus service, and using Ventra is still a pain in the neck.
July 13, 2019
Most Beacon Street Neighbors Agree: 9 Units With 10 Spots Won’t Create a Parking Crunch
At Tuesday's community meeting, residents voiced concerns about density and the community input process, but most reached a consensus that 1.11 parking spots per household is sufficient.
July 11, 2019
Mayor Lightfoot, Here’s My Wish List for the Next CDOT Commish
Streetsblog writer Courtney Cobbs wants a CDOT chief who will bring about "positive equitable and transformative change" and has a list of concrete suggestions on how to make this happen.
July 9, 2019
Misleading Fliers Attack Multifamily Housing Proposal in Transit-Friendly Sheridan Park
A neighbor is arguing that allowing a condo building will more than a 1:1 ratio of parking spots to housing units will create a parking crunch.
July 7, 2019
Meet Chicago’s Newest ‘L’ Racing Champs, Bill Cash and Alex Pisarski
The couple set a new Chicago record by visiting all 145 stations in a mere 8:40:03.
July 5, 2019
Tenants Protest Deferred Maintenance, Evictions at Building Near the Brown Line
As transit-friendly properties in Albany Park become more attractive to professionals, there has been a pattern of longterm residents being evicted to make room for wealthier newcomers.
July 3, 2019
