Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about Active Trans

The June 10 crash near the Diversey bridge. Photo: Jeff Linder via Twitter

Guardrails Installed on South Lakefront; 2nd Crash in 2 Weeks Reported Near Diversey

By John Greenfield | Jul 3, 2019 | 6 Comments

The park district says railing have been installed 41st Street and the point, but after two recent crashes near Diversey advocates say more protection is needed near the North Side as well.

Here’s the Director’s Cut of the “Secret History of the Riverwalk Bike Ban” Article

By John Greenfield | Jun 28, 2019 | 7 Comments

Emails reveal how the threat of a cyclist revolt convinced the city to end the de-facto prohibition. Here's a longer version of John's Reader column with additional quotes from the email trove.

At the Dickens greenway meeting last month, some residents were more interested in keeping people from biking on their street than discouraging speeding. Photo: John Greenfield

Nevermind the NIMBYs: Here’s How to Save Bikeway Projects in Lincoln Park, North Shore

By John Greenfield | Jun 27, 2019 | 11 Comments

Neighbors are trying to kill the current plans for the Dickens Greenway and the Skokie Valley Trail. Here's how you can help stop them.

A security guard patrols the eastern section of the Chicago Riverwalk. It's still legal to bike on the riverwalk, but guards are ordering cyclists to dismount. Image: John Greenfield

New Riverwalk Design and Bogus Bike Enforcement Eliminate a Safe Cycling Route

By John Greenfield | May 15, 2019 | 28 Comments

The new design of the eastern riverwalk is hostile to cycling, and security guards are ordering cyclists to dismount, although it's still legal to ride there.

The 43rd Street bike/ped bridge, which opened in December. Photo: CDOT

CDOT Chief Touts Rahm Emanuel’s Transportation Wins at Active Trans Gala

By John Greenfield | Mar 9, 2019 | 2 Comments

The gala honored honored local nonprofits, businesses and people that have made a significant impact on biking, walking and transit in the region.

Where Do Lightfoot and Preckwinkle Stand on Transportation Issues?

By John Greenfield | Feb 27, 2019 | 5 Comments

Both candidates have sensible transportation platforms, but here's what they've said about specific issues.

Go for the #DIVVYGOLD: The System Has Launched Its Winter Cycling Challenge

By John Greenfield | Feb 5, 2019 | 2 Comments

If you haven't been riding a bike this winter, now's a great time to get back in the saddle.

Kristen McQueary. Photo: Sun-Times Media

“Hurricane” Kristen McQueary Strikes Again With Blustery Attack on Gas Tax Hike Proposal

By John Greenfield | Jan 8, 2019 | 23 Comments

The Tribune columnist, who famously wished a New Orleans-style storm would assault Chicago, argued that raising the state gas tax would be unfair to drivers. Here's why she's wrong again.

The Kinzie bike lane, as it appeared two days after last week's snowstorm. Photo: Lindsay Banks Bayley

Blizzard of DOT: Transpo Officials Provide Deets on Bike Lane Plowing Protocols

By John Greenfield | Dec 5, 2018 | 10 Comments

CDOT explains when and how they plow protected lane, and what you should do when you encounter blockages.

Using your inside hand to open a car door could save a life. Image: Wikipedia

The “Dutch Reach” Will Become Part of Illinois’ Driver Curriculum

By John Greenfield | Aug 16, 2018 | 16 Comments

This potentially lifesaving anti-dooring technique, common in bike-friendly European countries, will be added to the state driver's manual.

Icicle Bicycles: Active Trans Celebrates Winter Cycling

By James Porter | Jan 29, 2018 | 1 Comment

The advocacy group's annual Winter Bike to Work Day shows that all-season cycling is becoming mainstream in Chicago.

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