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Pace’s latest pandemic strategy: waiving bus fares, MacGyvering protective shields for drivers
Since some Pace buses don't have rear doors, Pace won't be installing rear fare card readers, so some riders will continue to board through the front door. As such, Pace is making shields to protect drivers.
April 9, 2020
The CTA is finally going to protect bus drivers and riders with rear-door boarding
The agency will also allow drivers to switch to drop-off-only mode when their buses start getting crowded.
April 9, 2020
CTA union chief discusses the campaign for safer pandemic working conditions
The union is pushing for rear-door boarding, bus de-crowding measures, better cleaning procedures, and more.
April 9, 2020
Increased walk/bike during the pandemic is an opportunity to improve our streets
While Chicago has been closing trails and parks in response to crowding during the pandemic, we should be opening streets to make room for safe, socially-distanced recreation.
April 8, 2020
Police must enforce the Stay at Home order fairly, without racial double-standards
It makes sense for police to intervene when people are dangerously violating the pandemic rules. But we must make sure they're not unfairly targeting people of color for enforcement.
April 8, 2020
Leaders from SF, Philly, Duluth and Bogotá discuss open streets as a public health strategy
Having supportive city officials has been key to opening opening up streets to people during the COVID-19 crisis.
April 7, 2020
Active Trans discusses why it’s not pushing to reopen the Lakefront Trail during pandemic
"We understand the mayor’s decision to close the Lakefront Trail and The 606, and it’s obviously a terrible situation."
April 7, 2020
How to safely ride your bike during the pandemic
During the COVID-19 outbreak, knowing how to ride safely and confidently on city streets is more important than ever.
April 6, 2020
Healthcare provider Bridget Fowler: “Lakefront Trail should be reopened for commuting”
"I want people to know that, if you see a cyclist, it could be a medical worker on their way to work to save lives."
April 4, 2020
An update from Pace on its COVID-19 Response
The agency is deploying more buses on high-ridership routes to prevent dangerous crowding, and providing thermometers to bus drivers so they can take their temperatures before shifts.
April 3, 2020
