Recent Streetsblog CHICAGO posts about Logan Square

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Logan Boulevard Study Will Recommend Changes to Its Dangerous Western Intersection

By Steven Vance | Feb 22, 2018 | 16 Comments

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.

Option 4 "The Bend" scenario would implement two-way traffic around Logan Square and reconfigure Kedzie to create a new plaza. Image: CDOT

Residents Weigh in on CDOT’s Latest Logan Square Designs

By Jacob Peters | Jan 31, 2018 | 29 Comments

The city’s project to redesign Milwaukee Avenue from Logan Boulevard to Belmont has primarily focused on the complicated issues that surround the six-way intersection and traffic circle at Milwaukee, Logan, and Kedzie, the namesake of the Logan Square neighborhood. Last night’s hearing on the initiative was similarly focused on the juction, as five of the […]

In some places the traffic circle has four lanes, while in other places it has three, and they don't always line up. Photo: Wikipedia

CDOT May Pedestrianize Streets by the Centennial Monument

By John Greenfield | Dec 21, 2017 | 21 Comments

An advocate says, "It’s not just about fixing Milwaukee now; it’s about doing something awesome and leaving a lasting legacy for our kids.”

The 3500 block of West Armitage, looking east. Image: Google Street View

Hit-and-Run Driver Killed Efrain Rivera, 68, in Logan Square

By John Greenfield | Nov 20, 2017

Rivera was the 41st pedestrian fatally struck in Chicago this year.

Join Us on Wednesday 10/25 for a Meetup at Cole’s Bar

By John Greenfield | Oct 16, 2017 | 2 Comments

Our meetups are always a great opportunity to hang out and network with folks who are passionate about sustainable transportation and livable streets.

Wall-mounted bike racks and the Blue Line entrance on Spaulding. Photo: John Greenfield

It’s a Breeze to Get to the Dill Pickle Co-op Without a Car

By John Greenfield | Sep 18, 2017 | 4 Comments

The market has excellent CTA access and will have plentiful bike racks, but it won't have a ton of car parking.

The 2100 block of North Kimball. Image: google Street View

Truck Driver Fatally Struck Ligia Acosta, 69, in Logan Square

By John Greenfield | Sep 12, 2017 | 2 Comments

The senior was the 31st Chicago pedestrian fatality of 2017.

Youth leaders from LSNA, including Ashley Galvan Ramos, center, on the 606 during the recent demonstation. Photo: Iris Postma, LSNA

Why Transportation Advocates Should Get Behind the Affordable Housing Movement

By John Greenfield | Aug 10, 2017 | 6 Comments

We need to help make sure longtime residents get to stay in their communities to benefit from new amenities.

Large Property For Sale Next To California Blue Line Station Could House 100s of People

By Steven Vance | Aug 3, 2017 | 6 Comments

A large property next to the California 'L' station that's now on the market is likely to spark more concerns about gentrification.

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Eyes on the Street: Chicago’s Newest – And Nicest? – People Spot

By John Greenfield | May 31, 2017 | 3 Comments

Chicago’s newest parklet in front of Intelligentsia Coffee, 2642 North Milwaukee, and adjacent to the Logan Theater, is a great addition to the neighborhood.

Mechanics Mary Randall, Doug Burk, and Mike Bush at Boulevard Bikes. Photo: Kevin Womac

Boulevard Bikes, Logan Square’s Longtime Commuter Cycle Shop, Plans to Relocate

By John Greenfield | Apr 6, 2017 | 4 Comments

It’s the end of an era. After some 14 years of serving transportation cyclists at its Logan Square location, Boulevard Bikes, 2535 North Kedzie, is planning a move to greener pastures.

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