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Hit-and-Run Driver Fatally Struck Cyclist Jimmy Lispier, 42, in West Humboldt Park
On the morning of Thursday, August 23, a motorist fatally struck 42-year-old Jimmy Lispier on his bike in West Humboldt Park and fled the scene.
August 30, 2018
Why the Driver Who “Left-Hooked” a Tiki Bartender on Her Bike Deserved a Ticket
In addition to being a bicycle advocate, I’m a longtime tiki bar aficionado. So few things make me angrier than a reckless driver seriously injuring a tiki bartender on her bike, and not even getting a traffic citation.
August 22, 2018
Another Cyclist Struck at Madison/Halsted, a Week After Angela Park Was Killed There
Fortunately the second bike rider was uninjured, but this latest collision is a symptom of dangerous conditions at this location.
August 17, 2018
Sun-Times Editorial on Expanding Transit and Widening Roads Gets It Half Right
The paper understands that we need more transit, but doesn't grasp why expressway expansion is at cross-purposes with that goal.
August 14, 2018
Right-Turning Dump Truck Driver Fatally Struck Angela Park, 39, in Greektown
This was the fourth fatal Chicago bike crash involving a right-turning trucker within about two years.
August 9, 2018
Eyes on the Street: Roscoe and School/Aldine Greenway Begins to Take Shape
Many curb extensions are under construction on School/Aldine, and a raised bike lane at Roscoe/Broadway is also in the works.
August 8, 2018
Advocate For Adding Bus Lanes to North Lake Shore Drive Without Widening the Highway
The most sustainable option, converting existing traffic lanes to bus-only, is still on the table. But it's not going to happen unless residents voice support for it.
August 2, 2018
Cyclist Killed on Stony Island, Where Aldermen Have Blocked Protected Lanes
The driver who opened their door in cyclist Luster Jackson's path was not cited.
July 31, 2018
Car2go Point-to-Point Car-Sharing Has Launched in Chicago
Despite a limited, gerrymandered service area, officials say they're optimistic that the tech will catch on.
July 25, 2018
Hit-and-Run SUV Driver Killed Longtime Belmont Cragin Florist Alberto Zavala, 64
Zaval was the 24th pedestrian killed in Chicago this year.
July 18, 2018
