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SUV driver fatally struck a female pedestrian Tuesday evening near Gompers Park
Note: While this is the first pedestrian or bike fatality I've seen in news reports in 2026, it appears there were some other crash deaths this year that haven't been reported yet. Streetsblog Chicago will provide an update on these cases soon.
March 4, 2026
North Branch Trail Extension Inches Forward, Including Edgebrook Sidepath
The Forest Preserve District of Cook County is proceeding with plans to extend its popular North Branch Trail three miles further into the city limits, via a sidepath along Central Avenue. The extension has been planned since 1995, and has been shown as a dotted line on the Chicago bike map for several years. Some neighbors, though, worry about how the sidepath will impact cars traveling on or turning off Central Avenue.
August 26, 2014
Speed Cameras Working: Speeding Drops 65 Percent
Speed cameras are already reducing speeding. A Chicago Department of Transportation press release notes that 507 vehicles per day were photographed speeding 10 mph or greater over the speed limit in the first week of an initial "warning" period at four locations.
November 20, 2013
Eyes on the Street: Gompers Park Speed Cameras in Effect
In the video, one car will be issued a warning. Watch for the subtle flash reflecting against the trees.
August 27, 2013