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Courier German Catalan-Cortez Killed in Blue Line Incident, 3 Cyclists Injured Last Week
Catalan Cortez was the second cyclist killed after falling onto 'L' tracks in the last two years.
July 23, 2019
How Transportation Advocates Can Be Allies During Immigration Crackdowns
We can't have truly livable cities if immigrants don’t feel safe walking down the street or riding transit.
July 22, 2019
Chicagoans Can Test-Ride New e-Divvies at Upcoming South Side Community Tours
If you've been eager to try out the new electric Divvies, here's your chance. You can also suggest locations for the new stations during the tour events an at a new webpage.
July 22, 2019
Car Driver, Dirt Bike Rider Fatally Struck Pedestrians in Chicago Lawn, Humboldt Park
18 pedestrians have been fatally struck on Chicago Streets so far this year.
July 22, 2019
Emails Show CDOT Pushed Back on Reilly’s Riverwalk Bike Ban as “Too Extreme”
The transportation department rightly argued that the ban would violate the spirit of Chicago's promise to the feds that the riverwalk would be available for bike commuting.
July 11, 2019
Most Beacon Street Neighbors Agree: 9 Units With 10 Spots Won’t Create a Parking Crunch
At Tuesday's community meeting, residents voiced concerns about density and the community input process, but most reached a consensus that 1.11 parking spots per household is sufficient.
July 11, 2019
Misleading Fliers Attack Multifamily Housing Proposal in Transit-Friendly Sheridan Park
A neighbor is arguing that allowing a condo building will more than a 1:1 ratio of parking spots to housing units will create a parking crunch.
July 7, 2019
Pencil It in: Reilly’s Riverwalk Bike Ban May Get a Committee Hearing Next Thursday
Although the bike ban isn't on the agenda for the next meeting yet, two aldermen recently said it will get a hearing, and Ald. Reilly could add it to the docket next week. We'll keep you posted.
July 5, 2019
Guardrails Installed on South Lakefront; 2nd Crash in 2 Weeks Reported Near Diversey
The park district says railing have been installed 41st Street and the point, but after two recent crashes near Diversey advocates say more protection is needed near the North Side as well.
July 3, 2019
An Update on Chicago Scooter Injuries During the first 2 Weeks of the Pilot
There have been at least 21 injury crashes, or about one case per 5,714 trips, a similar rate as in Austin, Texas.
July 3, 2019
