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A Hard Right Turn: The Moment the U.S. DOT Abandoned U.S. Walkers
Federal transportation officials have never done much to center the needs of pedestrians in their policies or funding decisions. But in 2012, things took a turn for the even worse.
August 20, 2020
Postcard from Michigan City: How COVID can force big service cuts on small systems
How an outbreak of coronavirus among Michigan City, Indiana, bus drivers hobbled local transit service.
August 14, 2020
News you can use: Divvy for Everyone enrollment and NW Side expansion
Divvy for Everyone in-person enrollment is available at limited locations.
August 14, 2020
Riders Highlight Need for Justice for Women Killed by State Violence
A social justice unity ride for Breonna Taylor and Vanessa Guillen bridged communities through cycling activism.
August 10, 2020
One Rider’s Impression of the Divvy E-Bike
Electric Divvies can offer a no-sweat way to get from Point A to Point B.
August 6, 2020
As city recovers, streets vendors can help boost local economy
After about two months of no work due to the city’s regulations on street vendors amid the pandemic, Logan Square resident Caritina E. is happy to get back outside. The longtime street vendor, who sells sorbet ice cream cups and fresh coconuts, sits at her usual spot at Fullerton and Sacramento Avenues hoping to make up for lost time now that summer is in full swing.
August 6, 2020
Top Mayors Pledge to Build 15-Minute Cities For COVID-19 Recovery
As Washington debates how to begin the process of economic recovery amidst the ongoing pandemic, nine mayors from the U.S. largest cities are getting a head start — by focusing on building neighborhoods where anyone can meet her basic needs without getting in a car.
August 2, 2020
Protected bike lanes that any city can afford
You don't need to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect cyclists, scooter riders, and other vulnerable road users from car traffic.
July 29, 2020
