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Commissioner Biagi and Ald. La Spata discuss how aldermanic prerogative affects bikeway installation
They argue that developing a cohort of bike-friendly alders and wards, plus the Chicago Cycling Strategy, will help create a citywide, connected bike network.
August 10, 2023
Buckner passes 2023 Transit Omnibus Bill to improve safety, equity, and quality of service, and extend farebox recovery relief
Gov. Pritzker recently signed State Rep. Buckner’s latest bill, HB1342-Transit Riding Privileges/Fare or the 2023 Transit Omnibus Bill
August 9, 2023
The planned Bloomingdale Trail extension is short, but it would get you past Ashland and the Kennedy car-free
Here's hoping that this nifty new trail segment happens sooner than later.
August 8, 2023
Metra riders learn the nitty-gritty about proposed fare changes at Loop outreach events
Many trips that don't involve downtown stops will get cheaper, but some passes may be eliminated, and the Cook County Fair Transit pilot may expire.
August 7, 2023
16 organizations sign letter to Mayor Johnson calling for a “a bold and visionary” CDOT chief
It's great to see a letter noting that while Gia Biagi helped create a safer, more equitable transportation system, the next CDOT chief must take larger steps in that direction.
August 7, 2023
Unfortunately, Amtrak has cut bicycle capacity on Hiawatha Service. But bike-friendly Venture cars are coming.
It's a bummer that Amtrak reduced bike capacity without alerting customers, but help is on the way.
August 5, 2023
Here are the new plans for traffic diverters instead of PBLs on the Wood Street Neighborhood Greenway
While the new proposal is a major change from the original protected bike lane plans, installing traffic diverters will go a long way towards making Wood truly bike-friendly.
August 4, 2023
Preview what Chicago would be like with a citywide low-stress cycling network on Sunday’s Taste of the Bike Grid ride
The 7.8 side street bike tour takes place this Sunday, August 6, at 9 a.m. leaving from Catalpa (5500 N.) and Campbell (2500 W.) avenues in Lincoln Square.
August 3, 2023
Exit interview: Outgoing CDOT chief Gia Biagi discusses her tenure as transportation chief
Biagi said the Lightfoot administration deserves credit for over 1,000 pedestrian safety upgrades at intersections, and making infrastructure planning more equitable.
August 2, 2023
See ya, Gia! Sustainable transportation advocates weigh in on departing CDOT chief Gia Biagi’s legacy
It appears many Streetsblog readers don't feel Biagi was bad at her job, but wish she'd had more freedom to take bold action.
August 1, 2023
