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Trib’s Steve Chapman: Transit use is down right now, so we should never invest in it again
In the bizarro world of the the right-leaning Chicago Tribune, the lessons of the pandemic are that we should instead be putting more focus on car-based transportation.
April 12, 2021
Here are some good resources for getting started living car-free in Chicago
These websites, videos, apps, and maps will make it easier for newbies to get around the region on transit and bike.
April 8, 2021
Biden’s infrastructure plan is one step forward, two steps back
Biden's infrastructure bill significantly increases funding for public transportation and intercity rail. but the money earmarked for vehicle electrification dwarfs investments in more sustainable transportation.
April 7, 2021
Sun-Times’ Laura Washington is right: We all need to start riding transit again
If we want local public transportation to survive the COVID-19 pandemic intact, we've got to be the change we want to see.
April 7, 2021
Electric Feel: CTA is piloting six e-buses on the #66 route with smoother, quieter ride
There was more good news about the CTA modernizing its rolling stock today, as the agency announced that six prototype electric buses have begun in-service testing with passengers.
April 2, 2021
First three INVEST South/West projects chosen to reinvigorate neglected neighborhoods
The transit access for the three locations in Auburn Gresham, Austin, and Englewood ranges from petty good to excellent.
April 1, 2021
Active Transportation Alliance, transit officials discuss suburban transportation challenges
The shortcomings of Chicago area public transit are self-evident to any suburban transit rider who has ever tried to get anywhere but the Loop.
March 30, 2021
Runner’s association: Even with meters, driving to Montrose will still be cheaper than CTA
While CARA is portraying the new meters as an equity issue, driving to the beach will still be relatively cheap. The group's members simply don't want to pay for an amenity they're used to getting for free.
March 23, 2021
Sorry, losing the perk of free beach parking is not a major social justice issue
Despite complaints from local residents, metered parking will make Montrose Beach less car-centric; help the city's bottom line; and even, counterintuitively, make driving to the beach less of a hassle for those who choose to do so.
March 19, 2021
Logan Square bikeway plans are disappointing, but traffic circle remix is exciting
While it's a bummer that Logan Square won't be getting robust bikeways as part of the Diversey and Milwaukee projects, it's great that the long-awaited traffic circle remix and La Placita are finally coming to fruition.
March 18, 2021
