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Why not both? South Red Line project would complement, not compete with, rapid Metra service
When two out-of-towners on the payroll of an often-anti-transit organization exhort Chicagoans to "cancel" a rail project in an underserved neighborhood, skepticism is warranted.
February 17, 2020
At Pullman event, residents say pilot would make Metra accessible to more South Siders
"Currently, [the Metra fare] prices a few folks out. A lot of people, especially in this area, can't afford it," said one attendee.
February 14, 2020
For wheelchair user Michele Lee, good transit access is key for maintaining independence
After recovering from a car crash, Lee moved from the suburbs to the West Loop for better transportation and retail options, but accessibility gaps still present challenges.
February 14, 2020
Aldermen want to fight climate change? Here’s how they can reduce transportation emissions
This week a City Council committee passed a resolution calling for urgent access on the climate crisis. They should put there money where there mouth is when it comes to reducing driving-related pollution.
February 12, 2020
It’s no Cheap Trick: Amtrak service to Rockford and the Quad Cities is on the horizon
IDOT confirmed that negotiations are underway for 2 daily roundtrips to the Quad Cities; environmental work is needed for the Rockford route.
February 11, 2020
Trying to see every driver as a potential sustainable transportation user
How a recent angry exchange with a motorist made me rethink my strategy for promoting walking, biking, and transit.
February 10, 2020
South suburbs team up with RTA to brainstorm ideas for improving transit access
Matteson, Park Forest, and Richton Park recently partnered with the RTA to launch a Transportation Alternatives Study to identify barriers to mobility, and ways to overcome them.
February 7, 2020
The slower Pace of suburban transit: It can be difficult to get around the ‘burbs car-free
A bus trip home from the car repair shop wasn't bad, but a suburb-to-suburb transit commute or journey with multiple stops, can be challenging.
February 6, 2020
Dangers and Annoyances: When, if ever, does it make sense to confront a CTA rule-breaker?
Smoking, littering, radio playing, and other infractions can make CTA trips unpleasant and reduce ridership. But many riders say it's wisest not to confront the offender.
January 30, 2020
Main finding of Chicago’s dockless scooter pilot: “We need to do another pilot”
The study also found there were 192 reported scooter injuries in four months, and 34 percent of online survey respondents said they used the devices to go to or from transit.
January 29, 2020
