Traffic Safety
After drivers killed 2 people crossing Pulaski on the Southwest Side this year, residents demand action, CDOT promises improvements
September 20, 2024
Free 2 Move Coalition presents plan to eliminate pretextual stops, while increasing traffic safety
F2M has developed a plan to do away with pretextual traffic stops that disproportionately impact Black and Latino motorists.
November 22, 2023
Stretch of Leland in Uptown where Lily Shambrook, 3, was fatally struck last year, is getting safety upgrades
The street is not getting major bikeway improvements, but hopefully planned curb bump-outs will lead to safer driver behavior.
September 13, 2023
What does the Nakari Campbell case tell us about street design and traffic enforcement?
Chicago needs street layouts that force motorists to drive safely. And the CPD needs to bring the driver who grievously harmed Nakari to justice.
August 17, 2023
Traffic calming around Chicago schools and parks
Reducing the number and speed of drivers near schools and parks is a proven way to reduce the number of traffic crashes involving children.
July 26, 2023
One building crash takes a teen’s life in Hinsdale. Another forces leaders to make safety improvements in Bronzeville.
A tragedy takes place in the western suburbs. And Chicagoans shouldn't have to wait until a driver strikes their building for city officials to make traffic safety upgrades.
July 26, 2023
