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Ride Transit on “Dump the Pump Day,” Get Free Java
On Thursday, June 15, you’ll be able to snag a free cup of coffee when you ditch traffic by riding the ‘L’, Metra, or Pace.
June 6, 2017
The Black Power Bike Ride: A Journey Through the South Side
Cyclists of color chose bicycles as their means of transportation because "for marginalized groups, cycling has historically been a political act."
June 2, 2017
Chicago Handmade Bike Show Is a Sign That the Local Scene Is Picking Up Speed
The show foregrounded the question of whether Chicago cyclists – both commuters and hobbyists – are ready to embrace the locally made bicycle movement.
May 26, 2017
Metra’s Plans to Decrease Electric Service Outside of Hyde Park Has Some Problems
Metra has proposed sweeping schedule changes on the Electric District services that will increase service to one neighborhood, decrease service to other comunities, and fully eliminate weekend service on the Blue Island branch.
May 25, 2017
Status Quo or Forward-Thinking: Which LSD Vision Will Prevail?
While it’s going to be a challenge to get progressive changes made to the Drive, it’s a battle worth fighting.
May 23, 2017
South Chicagoans Weigh in on Plans to Activate Dead Space Under the Skyway
The South Chicago Underline Project is a proposal to add facilities for walking, biking, playing, and relaxing under the Chicago Skyway, an elevated highway on the Southeast Side.
May 22, 2017
Residents Want More Affordable Housing Along Broadway as Part of Red/Purple Rehab
Instead of focusing on higher-end shops, restaurants, and housing, many neighbors along this corridor expressed strong support for affordable housing to help maintain a diverse community.
May 16, 2017
If the Future Will Be Walkable, How Do We Make Sure Everyone Benefits?
As communities where walking and transit are convenient become increasingly desirable, making sure that people aren’t priced out of these areas, so that more residents can reap the health and economic benefits of walkability, will be a challenge.
May 11, 2017
North/Damen Overhaul Could Add Crosswalk, Legalize “6 Corners Shuffle” Bike Move
Last night some 90 residents turned out for a community meeting where the Chicago Department of Transportation presented plans for short-term, forward-thinking improvements to the intersection that will make it safer for all road users.
May 10, 2017
Eliminating Left Turns for Cars at North/Damen Would Create More Space for People
One neat trick could go a long way towards solving the traffic problems at Wicker Park's complicated six-way intersection.
May 9, 2017
