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There Were Two Robberies of Cyclists on the Near-North Lakefront on Tuesday
Several cyclists were attacked on the Lakefront Trail on the south lakefront in Kenwood and Oakland last spring.
August 5, 2019
SUV Driver Fatally Struck Man, 62, in the Ashburn Neighborhood
The victim was the 19th Chicago pedestrian fatality of 2019.
August 1, 2019
Lime Says 65,124 Miles Were Ridden on Their Scooters in Chicago Since June 15
Lime estimates that 19,537 vehicle miles have been avoided in Chicago since the pilot launch, and 800 gallons of gas saved, but that doesn't factor in the gas burned picking up, recharging, and redistributing the vehicles.
July 30, 2019
Latest Chicago Scooter Injury Numbers; UIC’s Kate Lowe Discusses Possible Benefits
"If it makes people happy and can be part of this larger conversation about increasing safety, choice, sustainability, and equity, then let's have that conversation," Lowe said.
July 30, 2019
Far South Siders Weigh in on the New Electric Divvy Bikes at We Keep You Rollin’s Ride
Riverdale residents say they hope that Divvy bikes become as ubiquitous on the Far South Side as in more privileged parts of town.
July 29, 2019
Hit-and-Run SUV Driver Critically Injured Cyclist Sorin Coneac, 17, in Lincoln Square
Bike community members identified the victim, a youth who has been active with a local bike selling discussion group.
July 29, 2019
CPD Reports Detail Incidents From the Early Days of the Scooter Pilot
In the first week of Chicago's scooter pilot, scooters were reportedly used as an assault weapon and to vandalize a car. Scooter riders were also injured in run-ins with motorists, potholes, and an angry bicyclist.
July 26, 2019
CDOT Will Include Accessible Ped Signals in All Projects — Up to 100 Within 2 Years
Chicago has lagged way behind peer cities when it comes to installing accessible pedestrian signals, but this initiative will help level the playing field.
July 26, 2019
Scooter Rider Who Struck Pedestrian on Sidewalk Critically Injured During Police Chase
The incident highlighted the danger that scooters on sidewalks pose to pedestrians; the threat car drivers pose to vulnerable road users; and the how police chases that are counterproductive to promoting public safety.
July 25, 2019
Lori’s Proposal to End License Suspensions for Non-Moving Violations Is a Good Idea
With the exception of blocked crosswalks and bike lanes, parking violations don't pose a threat to public safety, so they shouldn't result in license suspensions that can create a debt spiral.
July 24, 2019
