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COVID likely reduced e-scooter use, despite more scooters and larger service area last year

<p>In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John has written about transportation and more for many other local and national publications. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city and region on foot, bike, bus, and train.</p>


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Despite a 400% fleet increase, total scooter use dropped in this year’s pilot

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Bird rolls out half-off e-scooter rides for low-income residents, vets, and seniors

City data indicates “Lock-to” rule is reducing e-scooter sidewalk blockage

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Which is best: Bird, Lime, or Spin? The “Chicago Scooters” tweeter test-rode all three

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Chicago lock-to rule means scooters are parked on bike racks. Is that a problem or NBD?

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