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The Bloomingdale Trail, aka The 606. Photo: Jeff Zoline

Study: The 606 Shows the Downside of Having Parks Nonprofits Lead Infra Projects

By Lynda Lopez | Dec 7, 2018 | 22 Comments

The authors argued that groups like the Trust for Public Land, which managed Bloomingdale Trail development, tend to overlook potential impacts on housing affordability.

The paint-and-post bump-out at the northwest corner, looking southeast. Photo: CDOT

CDOT Does Paint-and-Post Safety Fixes at Belmont/Ashland/Lincoln

By John Greenfield | Dec 6, 2018 | 6 Comments

The new bump-outs shorten crossing distances, help address the intersection's skewed layout, and discourage fast turns by drivers.

After a 2016 Slump, 2017 Was Divvy’s Most Profitable Year Ever

By John Greenfield | Dec 4, 2018 | 2 Comments

While the system still lost money on operations, it still turned a $3.37 million profit for the city overall thanks to station ad revenue and Blue Cross Blue Shield sponsorship money.

How Can Biking Stay Joyful in the Midst of Winter?

By Lynda Lopez | Dec 3, 2018 | 30 Comments

Streetsblog reporter Lynda Lopez shares her thoughts on becoming a year-round bike commuter.

The 132 pairs of white-painted shoes in Federal Plaza. Photo: John Greenfield

132 Pairs of White Shoes Were a Sobering Reminder of Lives Lost to Traffic Violence

By John Greenfield | Nov 19, 2018 | 1 Comment

CDOT placed the footwear in Federal Plaza this weekend to honor the 132 people who were killed in Chicago crashes last year.

MPC Study Highlights Importance of Transit for Attracting Businesses

By John Greenfield | Nov 12, 2018 | 13 Comments

The report also underscores the importance of getting the business community to support more funding for public transportation.

Guys, don't cut in front of a woman waiting at a light because you assume you're faster -- that's "man-shoaling." Photo: John Greenfield

Tips for Men to Help Make Biking, Walking, and Transit Less Crummy for Women

By John Greenfield | Nov 8, 2018 | 47 Comments

Women and gender-nonconforming folks shared advice on simple ways guys can help make public space safer, more comfortable, and less annoying.

Lieutenant governor-elect Juliana Stratton and J.B. Pritzker with their campaign bus.

What Will Illinois’ Blue Wave Mean for Sustainable Transportation?

By John Greenfield | Nov 7, 2018 | 9 Comments

Advocates and experts say theyre optimistic that the Pritzker administration will create a new revenue source for transportation infrastructure.

Wiedel, Merrell, Lee, Lopez, Smith, and Kinsman. Photo: John Greenfield

What Needs to Be Done to Make Chicago Cycling More Inclusive?

By John Greenfield | Nov 2, 2018 | 10 Comments

Leaders from CDOT, Active Trans, Blackstone Bicycle Works, Bike a Bee, and Streetsblog's Lynda Lopez tackled the question.

Audrey Wennink, Roberto Roquejo, Jesus Barajas, and Katanya Raby. Photo: Lynda Lopez

What Would Equity in Urban Planning Look Like?

By Lynda Lopez | Oct 19, 2018 | 6 Comments

At a panel hosted by the American Planning Association, professionals discussed local transportation equity issues, and the challenges facing women and people of color in the field.

Bike Lane Uprising's Christina Whitehouse speaks at Chi Hack Night. Photo: Lynda Lopez

How Bike Lane Uprising Is Helping to Document Chicago’s Blocked Bikeway Problem

By Lynda Lopez | Oct 18, 2018 | 5 Comments

The site makes it easy for citizens to report bike lane blockages, and hold repeat offenders accountable.

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