Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about State Policy

The CDOT headquarters at 30 North LaSalle. Image: Google Maps

Mayor Lightfoot, Here’s My Wish List for the Next CDOT Commish

By Courtney Cobbs | Jul 9, 2019 | 18 Comments

Streetsblog writer Courtney Cobbs wants a CDOT chief who will bring about "positive equitable and transformative change" and has a list of concrete suggestions on how to make this happen.

Surprise! Road Lobbyist Says Driving, Uber Are Key to Chicago’s Transportation Future

By John Greenfield | Jul 9, 2019 | 12 Comments

Sturino makes some sensible proposals, but he also calls for expanding highways for tolled lanes, not "combatting transportation disruptors," and avoiding participating in the mythical "war on cars."

The June 10 crash near the Diversey bridge. Photo: Jeff Linder via Twitter

Guardrails Installed on South Lakefront; 2nd Crash in 2 Weeks Reported Near Diversey

By John Greenfield | Jul 3, 2019 | 6 Comments

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.

Cyclists pose with a giant check representing the $50 million a year the Illinois Legislature recently earmarked for walking and biking, at the urging of Active Trans. Photo: ATA

Today’s Rally Lauded The $50M a Year Earmark For Bike/Walk in the State Budget

By James Porter | Jun 21, 2019

During the event, cyclists shared their thoughts about what they'd like to see Lori Lightfoot do for biking.

The infrastructure bill sets aside $275 million for new Amtrak service to Rockford, home of power-pop legends Cheap Trick. However, this is *not* a rendering of the new rail line.

Here Are the Deets on Good Transportation Stuff Earmarked in the Infrastructure Bill

By John Greenfield | Jun 4, 2019 | 53 Comments

From rail service to Rockford, to an extension of St. Louis Metro Link farther into Illinois, the plan includes plenty of specifics.

Pritzker’s Nearly $45B Capital Plan Is Way Better for Transportation Than Expected

By John Greenfield | Jun 3, 2019 | 28 Comments

23 percent of the total transportation spending will go towards transit, twice as much as expected, and walking and biking will get $50 million a year.

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