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A bridge too far? CDOT plans to include precast curb-lined bike lanes on the new Western span, but advocates want more robust protection
This part of South Western is part of a marked bicycle route, so advocates say the current plan would be a missed opportunity to greatly improve bike safety.
April 4, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Monday, March 25
• Over 53% of voters opposed Bring Chicago Home, which would have raised real estate transfer tax on $1M+ sales to fight homelessness (Block Club)
March 25, 2024
A stroke of good fortune: RTA asks CDOT to include bus lanes in the Bally’s Casino viaduct reconstruction
The Regional Transportation Authority, which oversees the three local transit agencies, is using a little muscle to persuade CDOT to include better bus accommodations.
March 19, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Friday, March 15
• New "Ask CTA" video series addressing rider questions set to launch
March 15, 2024
Transit advocates weigh in on the CTA’s Refresh & Renew program
Advocates say the program to occasionally deep-clean 'L' stations is nice, but it would be great if the agency put more effort into keeping train stops sanitary all the time.
March 14, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Thursday, March 14
• CTA: Our $3.6B Red Line Extension Project included in recommendation to Congress for federal funding support in 2025 budget request
March 14, 2024
Today’s Headlines for Monday, March 11
• Protest of Israel-Hamas war shut down North/Damen/Milwaukee Saturday afternoon (Twitter)
March 11, 2024
Today’s headlines for Tuesday, March 5
• Last week RTA joined CTA, Metra, Pace, City of Chicago, State of Illinois, and others for a cross-sector Public Transit Safety and Security Summit
March 5, 2024
Ald. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth (48th): We need to look at the whole grid
The alderperson discusses improving bike safety, CTA access and transit upgrades in one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world.
March 1, 2024
Today’s headlines for Friday, March 1
• Mayor Brandon Johnson outlines vision for downtown revitalization (Sun-Times)
March 1, 2024
