Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about Rail Transit

Detroit's new QLine streetcar, which runs a relatively short downtown route and gets low ridership, reflects a planning process that ignored the needs of everyday transit riders. Photo: Lynda Lopez

Untokening Detroit Showed Why Mobility Justice Advocates Need to Think Intersectionally

By Lynda Lopez | Nov 20, 2018 | 6 Comments

Because racial inequities are so obvious in Detroit, holding the convening there underscored the need for transportation advocates to keep in mind other social justice struggles.

Rendering of the new station, including the sky bridge.

95th Street Station Project Heads Into Home Stretch With New Pedestrian Bridge

By John Greenfield | Nov 16, 2018 | 8 Comments

The installation involves a 24-hour closure of 95th from 11:30 p.m. this Saturday until 11:30 p.m. Sunday.

MPC Study Highlights Importance of Transit for Attracting Businesses

By John Greenfield | Nov 12, 2018 | 13 Comments

The report also underscores the importance of getting the business community to support more funding for public transportation.

Guys, don't cut in front of a woman waiting at a light because you assume you're faster -- that's "man-shoaling." Photo: John Greenfield

Tips for Men to Help Make Biking, Walking, and Transit Less Crummy for Women

By John Greenfield | Nov 8, 2018 | 47 Comments

Women and gender-nonconforming folks shared advice on simple ways guys can help make public space safer, more comfortable, and less annoying.

Lieutenant governor-elect Juliana Stratton and J.B. Pritzker with their campaign bus.

What Will Illinois’ Blue Wave Mean for Sustainable Transportation?

By John Greenfield | Nov 7, 2018 | 9 Comments

Advocates and experts say theyre optimistic that the Pritzker administration will create a new revenue source for transportation infrastructure.

The Multi Modal Facility. Photo: city of Chicago

O’Hare Multi Modal Facility Will Make Taking Metra to the Airport More Convenient

By John Greenfield | Nov 7, 2018 | 14 Comments

On the downside, the new facility, which features 13 car rental offices, also includes over 2,600 car parking spaces.

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