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Vasquez: Neighbors’ parking worries didn’t cause me to reject rectory redevelopment TOD plan
It's good to hear that this proposal wasn't deep-sixed due to complaints that there weren't enough car parking spaces. That's basically the dumbest possible reason to not build housing on land near a transit station.
November 2, 2022
Takin’ it to the (over-salted) streets: City Hall rally will demand sidewalk plowing parity
The demonstration will take place Wednesday at 9 a.m. on the first floor of the municipal headquarters, 121 N. La Salle St.
October 31, 2022
¿Cómo encaja la emisión cero en el plan de modernización del corredor industrial del suroeste?
Con el plan de Modernización de la Arteria Industrial del Suroeste, la ciudad está tratando de equilibrar los objetivos comunitarios con el crecimiento de la industria.
October 28, 2022
How does Zero-Emission fit in the Southwest Industrial Corridor Modernization plan?
With the Southwest Industrial Corridor Modernization plan, the city has been trying to balance community-based goals with continued industry growth.
October 28, 2022
High Speed Rail Alliance wants better train service in Chicago and across the nation
“The system would be useful for so many more people,” said executive director Rick Harnish. “It really would be a game-changer for Chicago-area transit.”
October 27, 2022
47th Ward bike-ped infra night celebrates progress inspite of bureaucratic headwinds
The evening was informative, not only about bike and pedestrian infrastructure progress in the 47th Ward, but on just how hard it is to bring these projects to fruition.
October 25, 2022
Refreshing: Alders asked for lower speed limit, bike grid at today’s CDOT budget hearings
Thanks to "hyper-vocal bike advocates," alderpersons are getting the message that a citywide grid of protected, well-enforced bike lanes is needed.
October 24, 2022
CTA launches Meeting the Moment scorecards to track progress on pandemic recovery
Released in August, the document set targets for providing reliable service, reducing crime, better cleaning protocols, rolling out new amenities, better customer engagement, and more complete staffing.
October 22, 2022
CDOT promises to get cracking on the crumbling concrete bike lane curb problem
A protected bike lane doesn't give you much protection from drivers if the precast concrete curbs crumble like a Kit Kat bar when a motorist drives over them.
October 21, 2022
CTA releases its proposed 2023 budget during a time of rider discontent
Amidst the current transit headwinds, the CTA today released its proposal for a $1.8 billion operating budget for 2023.
October 20, 2022
