DOJ lights a fire under Chicago officials to speed up accessible pedestrian signal installation
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On Thursday the U.S. Department of Justice moved to intervene in a private disability discrimination suit against the city.
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Could new Metra service to Kendall County enable a fantastical journey to Oswego?
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Now that we have cost estimates for extending the BNSF line to Kendall County, why should officials say no to Plano?
LaSpata’s ordinance would remove references to traffic “accidents” from Municipal Code
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It's common to refer to serious crashes as "accidents," implying they're unavoidable, when it's actually possible to reduce crashes through better roadway design and public policy.
Electric Feel: CTA is piloting six e-buses on the #66 route with smoother, quieter ride
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There was more good news about the CTA modernizing its rolling stock today, as the agency announced that six prototype electric buses have begun in-service testing with passengers.
Vasquez hopes to revitalize careworn stretch of Lincoln by making it people-friendly
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40th Ward Aldermen Vasquez wants to create a more people-focused street along Lincoln Avenue from Western to Catalpa.
Active Transportation Alliance, transit officials discuss suburban transportation challenges
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The shortcomings of Chicago area public transit are self-evident to any suburban transit rider who has ever tried to get anywhere but the Loop.