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Thanks Obama: Feds Award $1.1 Billion for Red and Purple Line Modernization
It came as no surprise, but it was still a relief, when officials announced today that the $1 billion federal grant for the CTA’s Red and Purple Modernization project has been approved.
January 9, 2017
$50 Million Garfield Gateway Project Will Spruce Up the Green Line Station
The gateway project includes extending the platform's canopies; elevator and escalator upgrades; and the installation of public art and landscaping.
January 9, 2017
Landlord Is Blocking Relocation Deal for Tenants Displaced by TOD Plan
Activists are calling on the landlord to stop blocking a relocation agreement that would help his low-income tenants, who are being forced out of his building by the TOD plans, find new homes.
January 3, 2017
Despite High-Profile Deaths, 2016 Was A Good Year for Chicago Transportation
Emanuel cut the ribbon on a number of new sustainable transportation amenities. And thanks to the mayor's need to rebuild his image, transportation officials paid more attention to equity concerns this year.
December 29, 2016
Will You Be the Chicagoan to Take Divvy’s Ten-Millionth Ride?
Take a photo during your next bike-share trip, post it on Twitter with the hashtag #DivvyMillionaire, and tag @StreetsblogCHI. We'll run the best pix in an upcoming post.
December 29, 2016
Burke Will Bike Into Icy Lake Michigan to Raise Money for Vision Zero Efforts
This is a good time to thank Burke for his years of advocacy for biking, walking, and transit, since it’s not clear whether he will survive the group’s upcoming fundraising stunt.
December 28, 2016
The Driver Who Killed Cyclist Bobby Cann May Plead Guilty Next Month
A guilty plea would bring a resolution to the case, which has been dragging on for years, but the defense has indicated that they won't accept jail time.
December 22, 2016
Chicago’s “For Women Only, Duh” Rides Create a Safe Space for Female Cyclists
The group provides opportunities to ride bikes and hang out without having to deal with the sexism and harassment female cyclists often encounter.
December 20, 2016
Finally, CDOT Plans Safer Cycling Access to Big Marsh Bike Park
Bike advocates are generally thrilled with Big Marsh, but have repeatedly expressed concerns about how dangerous it can be to ride to the park.
December 15, 2016
“The Untokening” Was a Frank Discussion of the Livable Streets Movement’s Equity Challenges
When mobility-related social justice issues, such as gentrification and police abuse, come up, it often makes relatively privileged people uncomfortable.
December 14, 2016
