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Near North and Northwest Side (Wards 1, 43, and 44) candidates talk transportation
As part of our 2023 Election Coverage, Streetsblog Chicago sent a questionnaire out to every candidate running for alderperson.
February 3, 2023
The dogs used for CTA’s $31M K-9 unit contract are basically very expensive decoys
Once the public learns how the dogs can and can't be used, they will be about as effective for deterring rule-breaking and crime as life-sized stuffed animals.
February 3, 2023
South Lakefront and Mid South Side candidates (Wards 4, 5, 16, 20) talk transportation
As part of our 2023 Election Coverage, Streetsblog Chicago sent a questionnaire out to every candidate running for alderperson.
February 2, 2023
Making the fiscal argument for municipal sidewalk clearance at #PlowTheSidewalks town hall
Said Access living transportation analyst Laura Saltzman, "If we can afford to clear the streets then we can afford to clear the sidewalks."
February 1, 2023
46th Ward alder hopefuls call for CTA conductors, less car-centric DLSD, and a Bike Grid
During a candidate forum, the hopefuls voiced supports for several ideas that have recently been promoted to them by livable streets advocates.
February 1, 2023
Actually, proposal for PBLs on Clark is “popular with people who want corridor to flourish”
A draft of the Clark Street Crossroads report released on January 6 proposes converting curbside parking on one side of Clark north of Montrose to make room for protected bike lanes.
January 31, 2023
Mayoral candidates weigh in on transportation at Safe Streets for All forum
The event was organized by a coalition of advocacy organizations committed to ensuring all Chicagoans can safely traverse the city car-free, year-round.
January 31, 2023
Here’s how mayoral candidates can oppose traffic cams without being irresponsible
If Chicago mayoral candidates don't like automated enforcement, that's fine – as long as they have a realistic alternative proposal for preventing traffic deaths.
January 30, 2023
Mayoral hopefuls weigh in on how to save the CTA, a key campaign issue
During today's mayoral candidate forum held by WCPT 820 AM at Morningstar Auditorium, transit was a major topic of conversation.
January 26, 2023
Bronzeville Trail group announces plans to honor Black cycling great Major Taylor
In addition to the Bronzeville Trail Task Force's work to create an elevated walking, running, and biking path, the group wants to honor Black bike racing legend Marshall "Major" Taylor.
January 26, 2023
