Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about State Policy

Waiting for a Metra Union Pacific-North Line train at Waukegan, IL.

Good news: No Metra fare hikes in 2020, and $2.6B in capital improvements planned

By John Greenfield | Sep 13, 2019 | 1 Comment

The capital money, which will fund railcars, locomotives, stations, bridges and service improvements, is available thanks to the Illinois infrastructure bill that passed in June.

Residents hope that the changes to Lake Shore Drive will be divinely beneficial for safety and efficiency. Photo: John Greenfield

“Leave Briar Alone!”: Lakeview Residents Weigh in on North Lake Shore Drive Plans

By Charles Papanek | Aug 14, 2019 | 8 Comments

The latest proposals presented at a community meeting included changes to the Belmont and Irving Park Junctions.

Lori’s Proposal to End License Suspensions for Non-Moving Violations Is a Good Idea

By John Greenfield | Jul 24, 2019 | 9 Comments

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.

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 | 13 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.

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