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Ten Ways the U.S. Could Cut Gas Reliance Right Now (But Probably Won’t)
A top intergovernmental organization released a 10-point plan to cut gasoline use worldwide in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which the group says will put the planet on track to meet its broader emissions-reduction goals.
March 24, 2022
Driver injuring girl and woman in Andersonville highlights need to make Ashland more ped-friendly
Andersonville is a relatively pedestrian-friendly area of the Far North Side but Ashland throws a wrench in that designation.
March 23, 2022
America’s Best Bus Stops Round 1: Natural Wonders
Great bus stops don’t grow on trees — but a lot of them sure do have a lot of greenery.
March 22, 2022
Talking Headways Podcast: Who Represents “The Community” Part 1 By Jeff Wood Mar 17, 2022
How do neighborhood groups, elected officials, and public servants claim the mantle of representing “the community”?
March 22, 2022
Study: Megacar Drivers Up to 4x More Likely to Hit Walkers While Turning
SUVs and pick-up truck drivers are three to four times more likely to hit a pedestrian when they make a turn than the drivers of smaller cars, a new study finds.
March 18, 2022
These Aren’t America’s Best Bus Stops… But We Still Love Them
You still have a little time to submit your nomination for our America’s Best Bus Stops contest — and we’ve got a little last-minute inspiration for you.
March 14, 2022
Survey: 80 Percent of Motorists Say They’ll Drive Less As Gas Prices Soar
In a new AAA survey released on Thursday, a staggering 59 percent of motorists said they would “make changes to their driving habits or lifestyle if the cost of gas rose to $4 per gallon.”
March 11, 2022
Advocates to Biden: Car Dependence — Not Gas Prices — Is America’s Real Crisis
President Biden’s announcement that the U.S. will stop importing Russian oil has sustainable transportation advocates urging leaders to take action before surging gas prices overwhelm American families.
March 8, 2022
America: Show Us Your Best Bus Stops!
For 2022 only, we’re inviting you to send us your submissions for America’s Best Bus Stop.
March 7, 2022
Help us celebrate another funding victory at a Metra-friendly fire pit party on 3/19
All Streetblog Chicago readers and supporters are invited to celebrate with us at a free fundraising victory bonfire party hosted by our friends at CHAOS Brew Club.
March 5, 2022
