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Sun-Times Editorial on Expanding Transit and Widening Roads Gets It Half Right
The paper understands that we need more transit, but doesn't grasp why expressway expansion is at cross-purposes with that goal.
August 14, 2018
Is Chicago a Good Bike City Nowadays? Bike to Work Rally Attendees Weigh in
Residents say a cohesive network of high-quality, well maintained bike lanes is needed.
July 19, 2018
Ride for Better Bikeways in Belmont-Craigin on Saturday, May 5
Help show support for restriping faded bike lanes, and building new ones, in the Northwest Side community.
May 4, 2018
Active Trans Weighs in on Chicago’s Dockless Pilot, Which Launches Tomorrow
Active Trans director Ron Burke weighs in on whether the coverage area and the "lock-to" rule makes sense.
April 30, 2018
Coalition Calls for Adding Transit Lanes to Lake Shore Drive Without Widening It
You can sign your name to the letter to make sure elected officials know you want them to focus on moving people, not cars.
April 5, 2018
Biss, Pritzker, Daiber Say They’re Supportive of Active Transportation Modes in New Questionnaire
Three Democratic Party gubernatorial candidates answer questions about their positions walking, bicycling, and riding transit in Illinois. Rauner didn't respond.
March 9, 2018
A Look At Active Trans’ Transportation Platform for the 2018 Illinois Election
The document calls for shifting the focus of planning and funding efforts from speeding car traffic to improving safety, health, sustainability, and equity.
February 26, 2018
Logan Boulevard Study Will Recommend Changes to Its Dangerous Western Intersection
Active Trans, the Logan Square Neighborhood Association, and PORT Urbanism are teaming up to come up with ideas to make this key east-west bike and pedestrian route safer.
February 22, 2018
Montrose-Fullerton Trail Separation Will Require Cyclists to Cross a Parking Lot — Twice
The North-Oak plan includes a new concrete walking path by the Oak Street underpass.
February 15, 2018
Can the CTA and Metra Learn to Play Nice?
Benefits of increased cooperation could include fare integration and an alternative to the costly Red Line extension.
February 8, 2018
