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Near North and Northwest Side (Wards 1, 43, and 44) candidates talk transportation
As part of our 2023 Election Coverage, Streetsblog Chicago sent a questionnaire out to every candidate running for alderperson.
February 3, 2023
The dogs used for CTA’s $31M K-9 unit contract are basically very expensive decoys
Once the public learns how the dogs can and can't be used, they will be about as effective for deterring rule-breaking and crime as life-sized stuffed animals.
February 3, 2023
46th Ward alder hopefuls call for CTA conductors, less car-centric DLSD, and a Bike Grid
During a candidate forum, the hopefuls voiced supports for several ideas that have recently been promoted to them by livable streets advocates.
February 1, 2023
Mayoral candidates weigh in on transportation at Safe Streets for All forum
The event was organized by a coalition of advocacy organizations committed to ensuring all Chicagoans can safely traverse the city car-free, year-round.
January 31, 2023
Mayoral hopefuls weigh in on how to save the CTA, a key campaign issue
During today's mayoral candidate forum held by WCPT 820 AM at Morningstar Auditorium, transit was a major topic of conversation.
January 26, 2023
The CTA’s winter arsenal: sleet fighters, snowplow blades, and diesel locomotives
Current staffing shortages aside, the CTA appears to generally do a pretty good job of keeping trains and buses functioning during inclement weather.
January 25, 2023
MarySue Barrett weighs in on the state of transit: “Give me a reason to ride”
Attracting the workforce we need and treating riders with respect are non-negotiable starting points for improving the state of transit.
January 24, 2023
Equiticity study calls for residents with “lived expertise” to participate in urban planning
The researchers argue that, along with planners and other experts it's equally important to consult those living in the relevant neighborhoods who use the transportation system every day.
January 23, 2023
CTA’s percent of fulfilled runs got even worse last month. What should be done?
Disappointingly, the December 2022 percentage of fulfilled bus and train runs was actually worse compared to November 2022.
January 20, 2023
SBC wants to get your local alder candidates on the record about livable streets issues
There are 210 candidates for alder. While these races get less publicity than the mayoral race, they still matter a lot – and Streetsblog is working to get every candidate on the record.
January 17, 2023
