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Hit-and-Run Drivers Killed 2 Pedestrians and a Cyclist in Chicago in the Past Week
One victim was the fourth person killed by a driver on a Chicago sidewalk this year. Another was the first on-street bike fatality of 2019.
September 3, 2019
Folks Want to be Able to Bike Safely on Rogers Park Side Street
With a new Alderwoman for the 49th Ward, there's hope biking infrastructure in the 49th Ward can be improved. Maria Hadden was elected to represent the Rogers Park community area over incumbent Joe Moore and started the job on May 20th, along with 11 other new alders.
August 28, 2019
For a More Efficient and Equitable Chicago, Swap Car Lanes for Bus and Bike Lanes
Lori Lightfoot’s platform showed she understands that our city needs a less auto-centric transportation system. Let’s make sure she follows through on her promises.
August 26, 2019
Strong Support from Residents — Including Lots of Kids — at Dickens Greenway Hearing
Despite comments from some naysayers who are against bringing more outsiders to Dickens Avenue and Oz Park, the majority of attendees at the hearing seemed to be in favor of the project.
August 23, 2019
Nevermind the NIMBYs, Here’s What Dickens Greenway Advocates Have to Say
Forget about the anonymous, fear-mongering Friends of Dickens. Here's what real Chicagoans with names and faces think about the project.
August 21, 2019
“Leave Briar Alone!”: Lakeview Residents Weigh in on North Lake Shore Drive Plans
The latest proposals presented at a community meeting included changes to the Belmont and Irving Park Junctions.
August 14, 2019
Allegedly Drunk Hit-and-Run Driver Killed Beverly Barney, 59, in a Woodlawn Bus Shelter
Drivers have killed at least two other pedestrians on Chicago sidewalks this year.
August 13, 2019
GoFundMe Launched for Bike Crash Victim Sorin Coneac, SUV Driver Still at Large
Miraculously, Coneac is coming home from the hospital less than three weeks after his skull-exposing injury.
August 13, 2019
Longtime Bucktown Eatery Club Lucky Promises to Improve Their Bike Parking Situation
The eatery pledged to find a more convenient bike parking solution after we pointed out that their "No Bicycle Lock-up" stickers on poles in front of the restaurant are invalid.
August 9, 2019
CPD Has Reportedly Identified Person of Interest in Hit-and-Run Killing of Joseph Ruta
According to Ruta's girlfriend, the victim was conscious and provided a description of the vehicle before dying seven hours later.
August 8, 2019
