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CDOT is launching free “Learn to Ride” bike classes for adults and children
One popular soon-to-be returning program from the Chicago Department of Transportation is "Learn to Ride," which offers adults and children info on how to safely get around by bicycle.
May 26, 2023
Today’s Headlines for Friday, May 26
Streetsblog Chicago will resume publication on Tuesday
May 26, 2023
Today’s Headlines for Thursday, May 25
Editor's note: After being seriously injured on his bicycle in southern Illinois on April 21, Streetsblog Chicago editor John Greenfield is in the process of recovering. He has returned to running SBC on a low-key basis this week, including publishing Today's Headlines and occasionally putting out original articles. We appreciate all who have been supportive during this time. Thanks for reading!
May 25, 2023
Electeds, DC Advocates Ride Together For Policy Change
A recent ride through the nation’s capital brought advocates and politicos together to experience life behind a set of handlebars — and rally support for new policies that could make that experience less deadly.
May 24, 2023
The CTA finally answered my FOIA on its board’s low ridership – on the day I was put in a coma
The CTA didn't provide me a FOIA response for months, and then finally did so at a time when I was unable to read it.
May 24, 2023
Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, May 24
Editor's note: After being seriously injured on his bicycle in southern Illinois on April 21, Streetsblog Chicago editor John Greenfield is in the process of recovering. He has returned to running SBC on a low-key basis this week, including publishing Today's Headlines and occasionally putting out original articles. We appreciate all who have been supportive during this time. Thanks for reading!
May 24, 2023
CPD has not arrested driver who killed cyclist Rick Lomas on May 7
A fatal hit-and-run bike crash that took place on Sunday, May 7, in Humboldt Park is still unsolved by the Chicago Police Department.
May 23, 2023
Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, May 23
Editor's note: After being seriously injured on his bicycle in southern Illinois on April 21, Streetsblog Chicago editor John Greenfield is in the process of recovering. He has returned to running SBC on a low-key basis this week, including publishing Today's Headlines and occasionally putting out original articles. We appreciate all who have been supportive during this time. Thanks for reading!
May 23, 2023
‘The Brake’ Podcast: Slate’s Henry Grabar Talks Parking with Streetsblog
Today, we sit down (in person!) with Slate's Henry Grabar to talk about his new book on parking — which we believe will be a powerful tool for activists and politicians who want to make the world a better place.
May 22, 2023
An update on the resumption of Streetsblog Chicago
Thanks to everyone who has helped to make Streetsblog Chicago's recovery possible. Please wish us luck as we proceed with the current situation. And thank you for continuing to read SBC!
May 22, 2023