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<p>In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes about transportation and other topics for additional local publications. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and &#8216;L&#8217; train.</p>


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Chicago Policy

Illinois’ highway expansion plans show our leaders aren’t serious about climate change

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Beyond Chicagoland

Philly abolished traffic stops for minor infractions. Chicago should do the same.

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Advocates, experts: Infra bill is more car-centric than hoped for, but will benefit Chicagoland

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Bus Transit

Confirmed: Current CTA unreliability is caused by staffing shortages. How do we fix that?

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2022 Chicago budget passes including income-based fines, mental health funds

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Bicycling

IDOT explains why it’s being fussy about the Busse Highway bike lane plan

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Lake Calumet Trail would be a game-changer for improving SE Side connectivity, bike equity

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Map: Here’s where CDOT has installed, or is currently building, bikeways this year.

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Who’s protecting and maintaining Chicago’s protected bike lanes?

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CDOT announces major bikeway push, still no plans for a cohesive protected network

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