Mayoral hopefuls weigh in on how to save the CTA, a key campaign issue
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During today's mayoral candidate forum held by WCPT 820 AM at Morningstar Auditorium, transit was a major topic of conversation.
Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about Bus Transit
The CTA’s winter arsenal: sleet fighters, snowplow blades, and diesel locomotives
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Current staffing shortages aside, the CTA appears to generally do a pretty good job of keeping trains and buses functioning during inclement weather.
MarySue Barrett weighs in on the state of transit: “Give me a reason to ride”
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Attracting the workforce we need and treating riders with respect are non-negotiable starting points for improving the state of transit.
Equiticity study calls for residents with “lived expertise” to participate in urban planning
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The researchers argue that, along with planners and other experts it's equally important to consult those living in the relevant neighborhoods who use the transportation system every day.
CTA’s percent of fulfilled runs got even worse last month. What should be done?
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Disappointingly, the December 2022 percentage of fulfilled bus and train runs was actually worse compared to November 2022.
Will Smart Streets Pilots Ordinance give bike and bus lane enforcement some teeth?
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The legislation sounds like a step in the right direction, so Streetsblog will closely follow the progress of the ordinance to help ensure that it doesn't get killed by motor-headed Council members.