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Metra Considers a New Policy for Adding Infill Stations, Closing Low-Ridership Stops
While high-ridership lines could get new stops, the elimination of underperforming stations could further reduce transit access on the South Side.
April 17, 2019
Logan Affordable TOD Opponents Discuss Their Concerns, Proponents Clap Back
The group opposing the project says they want an RFP process and changes to the design. The local alderman says they're actually opposed to the 100 units of affordable housing.
April 17, 2019
New Group Tries to Delegitimize 100% Affordable TOD Plan, Calling It “Half-Baked”
This development could serve as a best practice for creating equitable transit-oriented development in other parts of the city. But neighbors are sniping at the plan.
April 16, 2019
Series of Attacks on Cyclists on the South Lakefront Trail
Several cyclists have been approached from behind on the Lakefront Trail in Kenwood, pulled off their bikes and robbed in early April.
April 11, 2019
Divvy Deal Passes, and Uber Fails to Buy the Future of Chicago Bike-Share
Uber's month-long misinformation campaign against the Divvy/Lyft deal ultimately failed, meaning Chicago will get citywide expansion while maintaining public control of bike-share.
April 10, 2019
Hearing for Motorcyclist Charged With Assaulting Cyclists Pushed Back to May
Zachary Konecki was charged with aggravated assault for allegedly groping a female cyclist and punching out her husband last September.
April 9, 2019
Despite Uber’s Misinformation Campaign, Divvy Expansion Deal Passes in Committee
Uber has apparently spent tens of thousands of dollars trying to kill the city's deal with Lyft, but ultimately aldermen advanced the proposal to the full Council for a vote on Wednesday.
April 8, 2019
After the Election, Two New Chicago Metra Stations Are on the Horizon
J.B. Pritzker released funding for the Peterson-Ravenswood station, but money for the Auburb Park stop is still on hold.
April 5, 2019
High-Definition Security Cameras Are Now Ubiquitous on the CTA Rail System
Since May 2018, 660 existing cameras have been upgraded to high-definition and 340 cameras have been added, using revenue from the city's ride-hailing tax.
April 4, 2019
Lightfoot Made Big Plans for Transportation; Let’s Make Sure She Follows Through
Here's a list of Lightfoot's key promises on traffic safety, enforcement, transit, TOD, biking, ride-hailing, and more. Streetsblog will help push her to keep them.
April 3, 2019
