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CTA bus driver alleges he was disciplined for organizing against transporting police
A rally and march were held to announce “legal charges against the Chicago Transit Authority for breaking workers'... rights to freedom of speech."
June 9, 2020
Despite COVID headwinds, study recommends ways to expand Metra NCS service
Metra North Central Service Line riders want weekend service and more frequent weekday runs. But that was a tall order even before the pandemic decimated transit ridership and revenue.
June 8, 2020
Juan Cabral, 55, was one of 6 Chicago vulnerable road users fatally struck in May
Cabral was fatally injured after two drivers collided at 47th and Ashland in Back of the Yards.
June 8, 2020
Transportation planners and advocates: What legacy will you leave for racial justice?
I hope that you make choices today that you will be proud to stand by later in the quest for a more just society.
June 5, 2020
Sad Trombone: Lightfoot says the Lakefront Trail is still closed
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but despite thousands of signatures in support of reopening the trail, Mayor Lightfoot confirmed it's still off-limits.
June 4, 2020
Police have always limited Black people’s mobility and freedom in public spaces
This moment is an opportunity to redefine the role of police and center Black lives, our freedom, and our movement through spaces.
June 3, 2020
CPD officers wrongly cited curfew to order Streetsblog to stop filming arrest
A minor encounter with Chicago Police Department officers underscored the importance of making sure police follow laws protecting freedom of the press.
June 3, 2020
Lightfoot says crimes committed on CTA and Divvy motivated shutdowns
Lightfoot: "I can't ignore the circumstances on the ground, and how these seemingly benign resources are being used to further criminal conduct."
June 2, 2020
6 streets will be pedestrianized for cafes, and the Leland Slow Street opens
Neighborhoods from Chatham to Lakeview will be getting cafe zones, and the Leland Slow Street is a hit with families and other residents.
May 29, 2020
Starting Friday, Leland Shared Street will provide a safe COVID-19 transportation corridor
It took more than two months of pushing by advocates, but Chicago is finally implementing Slow Streets as a COVID-19 response.
May 27, 2020
